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We are distinctive in our person-centred and career-focused approach to education and teaching, and our commitment to shaping a better world. As a student with us, you are much more than a student number, you can become your best self, and you really can go far. Renowned for immediately relevant research and innovation, we have widely recognised expertise in business, the creative industries, education, health and rehabilitation, and social sciences.

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Why study at QMU

There are lots of reasons to study at QMU, from our friendly and supportive staff to the career-enhancing extracurricular opportunities on offer.

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Student stories

Be inspired by stories from our students and graduates. Find out how we have helped them grow and become their best selves.

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Upskill with a short course from QMU. We offer a diverse range of short courses that can help you gain new knowledge and develop new skills. 

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Find out more about the services available to you at QMU, including careers, counselling, the Effective Learning Service and the Disability Service.

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2025 marks 150 years of Queen Margaret University
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2025.12.05 Head of QMU Business School awarded Principal Fellowship of AdvanceHE

Thomas Peschken-Holt, Head of Queen Margaret Business School at Queen Margaret University (QMU), has been awarded... read more

2025.12.04 Six universities join forces to commercialise research for Scotland’s future

Six universities have joined forces to launch a pioneering initiative that will strengthen commercialisation and innovation... read more

2025.12.02 New bike hire scheme offers students more sustainable travel

QMU is strengthening its commitment to sustainable travel with the launch of a new student bike... read more

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Head. Heart. Hand: A QMU150 theatre production by Stef Smith

'Head. Heart. Hand.' is a powerful new play by Stef Smith, created to mark the 150th... read more

UCAS - Higher Education Fairs - Manchester

This is your perfect opportunity to meet unis, ask questions, speak to subject experts, and compare... read more

UCAS - Higher Education Fairs - Northern Ireland

This is your perfect opportunity to meet unis, ask questions, speak to subject experts, and compare... read more

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Make the most of QMU's Open Days!

Choosing a university is a big decision. As well as scoping out what kind of courses... read more

QMU150: Our last 150 stories of our anniversary year

As we reach the end of the year, we’re rounding off our QMU150 storytelling journey by... read more

Business Management Short Term Mobility Trip (Athens, Greece)

Business Management Athens, Greece Back in May, students from Queen Margaret University took part in a... read more

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