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The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await.
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50, and placed 27th in the 2025 QS World University Rankings.
Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
Our entrepreneurial and cross-disciplinary culture attracts students and staff from across the globe, creating a unique Edinburgh experience. Whatever excites you, whatever your ambition, whatever makes you ‘you’, we know one thing; nothing ordinary comes from this extraordinary place.
Our students have been making an impact on the world for more than 400 years. Each year is different – every individual, every degree, every campus experience is unique and a vital part of our mission to make the world a better place.
Study with us
As host to more than 45,000 students from across 156 countries, we’re a wonderfully diverse mix of people of all kinds and minds. We offer a range of ways to study, from on-campus taught programmes to online part-time study.
We are the largest provider of online distance learning in the Russell Group of UK research-intensive universities, and offer more than 70 online programmes across a wide range of subject areas. We have around 4,000 students currently studying online with us and we take the delivery of teaching online just as seriously as we do on-campus.
At the University of Edinburgh, extraordinary is just something our community has always done.
We are proudly open to everyone, bringing people with new outlooks and perspectives together in an international community that is establishing the data capital of Europe, tackling climate change and paving the way for new fertility treatments. Our scientists are seeking cures for cancer, repurposing drugs to improve treatments for the Covid-19 coronavirus and contributed to the global search for a vaccine. Together, we are open to the world today so we can influence the world tomorrow.
Joining the University as a student provides you with a unique opportunity to work with some of the most influential academics in your chosen field. At Edinburgh, you will develop your specialist skills, deepen your understanding and gain new insights and perspectives to equip you for your career ahead.
As a leading global university, we’re confident education will play a vital role solving the problems of tomorrow too.
We have long enjoyed a spirit of innovation and collaboration, bringing people with new outlooks and perspectives together in an international community.
If you agree the future is a place of extraordinary possibilities, bring your limitless potential and join us. Anything could happen – extraordinary futures await.
Supporting you and your studies
We provide a range of support services to help not only with your academic needs but also your personal needs.
All our postgraduates benefit from our inspiring research culture. The academics involved in your teaching and learning are leaders in their fields and although the emphasis at postgraduate level is very much on independent study, support from our teaching staff is always on hand.
International students will be supported with events and information to settle in and with activities designed to support your experiences as a student.
We care about the health and wellbeing of our students and offer a number of services to ensure you are fully supported, including:
- Health and Wellbeing Centre
- The Advice Place
- Student Counselling Service
- University Health Centre
- Student Disability Service
- Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
The University’s international office - Edinburgh Global - provides support and assistance to all non-UK applicants and students. Our English Language Education offers assistance with English language.
Funding opportunities
Postgraduate study can be a significant financial commitment; however, the range of funding sources available may surprise you. We offer several postgraduate scholarships and studentships to outstanding candidates. Check our scholarship pages for details.
Careers and employability
The University of Edinburgh is ranked in the UK’s top 10 universities for the employability of our graduates* and our graduates are ranked 26th in the world by employers**.
Our award-winning Careers Service offers practical advice and support. We encourage and support our students to plan and work towards their career goals. From online job boards and support tools to face-to-face contact with employers.
*Times Higher Education, Global Employability University Ranking 2021
**QS World University Rankings 2024
Edinburgh the city
The University is at the heart of the city of Edinburgh. Regularly voted one of the most desirable places to live in the world, Edinburgh is large enough to offer something for everyone but small enough to feel like home. It is a modern, sophisticated and beautiful European city, with a diverse multicultural community and is ranked 5th best student city in Europe and 10th in the world.*
Visit our city web pages to find out more.
* QS Best Student Cities 2023
Postgraduate Virtual Open Days
Our Virtual Open Days are ideal for anyone considering postgraduate study - taught programmes or research degrees, on-campus or online. These comprise subject talks and presentations, live chat with students and staff, and essential information on student life, support and services.
Useful links
Virtual Visit
Scholarships and Funding
Accommodation information
Edinburgh University Students’ Association
Sport
Contact
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch:
Student Recruitment and Admissions
The University of Edinburgh
33 Buccleuch Place
Edinburgh
EH8 9JS
Tel +44 (0)131 650 4360
Enquiry form
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Departments
- Business School
- College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
- Edinburgh College of Art
- Edinburgh Futures Institute
- Edinburgh Law School
- Edinburgh Medical School
- Moray House School of Education and Sport
- Royal Dick School of Veterinary Studies
- School of Biological Sciences
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- School of Chemistry
- School of Clinical Sciences
- School of Divinity
- School of Economics
- School of Engineering
- School of GeoSciences
- School of Health in Social Science
- School of History, Classics and Archaeology
- School of Informatics
- School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures
- School of Mathematics
- School of Molecular, Genetic and Population Health Sciences
- School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences
- School of Physics and Astronomy
- School of Social and Political Science
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