The government has announced universities can charge up to £9,535 from 2025-26. Here’s the lowdown on the changes

University fees are on the way up. Here’s what parents and students need to know about the changes.

Tuition fees in England will rise to £9,535 in the next academic year (2025-26). The maximum universities can charge is currently £9,250 – a cap that has been in place since 2017. The fees typically cover lectures, tutorials, access to equipment, libraries and admin, among other things. The increase was approved by the government as a result of the financial problems in the university sector. It will apply to new students starting university next autumn, and those continuing their studies in their second and third years.