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Join us online 17 - 19 November to find out more about our on-campus postgraduate programmes.

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Edinburgh Impact

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Since graduating with an MSc in Sociology and Global Change in 2020, Being Edinburgh Alumni Award 2026 nominee Emma Ahlert has been building a worldwide network for female and sexual healthcare professionals.

#EdinburghImpact

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Investing is an important way for universities to be able to convert donors’ generosity into lasting support for our charitable purposes, positively supporting future generations to come.

#EdinburghImpact

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War, displacement and social unrest are explored in a new exhibition bringing together artists responding to a world experiencing rapid change.

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We are a truly global University, advancing research, teaching and civic mission through partnership and collaboration.

Global partnerships

International applicants

A University of Sanctuary

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We're committed to contributing to the city of Edinburgh through research, teaching, facilities and events.

City Region Deal

University facilities in the city

Community projects

Our work with local schools

Research and teaching

Research and teaching

We're ranked 4th in the UK for research power, and have the highest rating possible for our student learning experience*.

Research and innovation

Doctoral College

Teaching Matters

Libraries and collections

*Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions; Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education Scotland.