Study In One Of Europe's Most Beautiful Cities
Edinburgh's historic Old Town campus sits alongside a thriving festival, finance and tech scene, giving students centuries of academic tradition and a genuinely modern city in the same postcode.
Why Choose University of Edinburgh
Founded in 1583, Edinburgh is one of the world's oldest universities and a global leader in artificial intelligence and informatics, alongside historic strengths in medicine, law and the arts.
Historic & Prestigious
One of the world's oldest English-speaking universities.
AI & Informatics Leader
Home to one of Europe's largest informatics departments.
Beautiful Historic City
A UNESCO World Heritage Old Town as your campus backdrop.
Strong Research Output
Consistently ranked among the UK's top research universities.
Popular Courses
Entry Requirements
80%+ average in senior secondary (or equivalent A-Level grades), IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 5.5).
A UK 2:1 equivalent bachelor's degree, relevant academic background, and a personal statement for competitive programs.
A single September intake for most programs — apply as early as possible, since medicine and popular master's courses close early.
Scholarships At Edinburgh
Edinburgh Global Research Scholarships and GREAT Scholarships support outstanding international students with partial to full tuition funding, particularly at postgraduate and doctoral level.
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