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# 27QS World University Rankings

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881Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes

International

48 % International students

About The University of Edinburgh

 

Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await. 

We live in a complex, fast-changing world and we’re honest about the significant challenges facing us all. As a leading global university, we know education will play a vital role solving those challenges...
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About The University of Edinburgh

 

Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await. 

We live in a complex, fast-changing world and we’re honest about the significant challenges facing us all. As a leading global university, we know education will play a vital role solving those challenges...
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Available programmes

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University information

 

Undergraduate

UCAS handle all applications, however you can view the full range of our programmes on our undergraduate degree finder.

Undergraduate Open Days

Our on-campus undergraduate Open Days are a great opportunity to find out about student life in Edinburgh from the people who know it best: our staff and students.

Postgraduate

Applications for most of our postgraduate programmes are...
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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.

Academic support

For our undergraduate students your first point of contact for teaching, academic advice and guidance will be within the School in which you study. You will be supported by a combination of academic and dedicated student experience and...
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Student life

Study with us and you’ll find a lively, close-knit community with plenty of opportunities to meet other students, build your networks and gain new skills and experiences.

Get involved

Edinburgh University Students’ Association has more than 290 societies covering a diverse range of interests. If not, we can help you set up your own. Societies provide a place to meet like-...
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Highly employable graduates

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.**

We are committed to embedding employability into your teaching and learning experience. From offering access to volunteering schemes, to providing support via our sector-leading Careers...
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Tuition fees

 

Undergraduate

We spend millions of pounds every year to help students who want to study at Edinburgh. We offer the best financial aid package for undergraduate students in the UK. Check our undergraduate scholarships and student funding pages for details.

The University awarded more than £10m in undergraduate financial support in 2022/23.

Postgraduate

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 postgraduate scholarships and student funding pages for details.

Rankings & Ratings

The University of Edinburgh is one of the top public universities in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It is ranked #27 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

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Ranking criteria

Overall
83.3
Academic Reputation
98.3
Citations per Faculty
47.7
Employment Outcomes
55.9
Employer Reputation
97.2
Faculty Student Ratio
65.5
International Faculty Ratio
98.7
International Research Network
99.5
International Student Ratio
99.8
Sustainability
99

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #21
  • 2014
    #=17
  • 2015
    #=17
  • 2016
    #21
  • 2017
    #19
  • 2018
    #=23
  • 2019
    #18
  • 2020
    #20
  • 2021
    #20
  • 2022
    #16
  • 2023
    #15
  • 2024
    #22
  • 2025
    #27

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Campus locations

Main Campus

Central Campus Campus

University of Edinburgh, Old College

South Bridge

Edinburgh

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