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Edinburgh Impact

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Spain may have won the FIFA 2026 Men’s World Cup outright, but there were arguably several winners, and losers, on and off the pitch.

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In times of conflict, universities have a vital role to play in protecting higher education by supporting students, academics and institutions.

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Athletes are lighting up Glasgow 2026, highlighting Edinburgh's position as Scotland's leading sporting university and one of Europe's foremost higher education performance centres.

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

Global partnerships

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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

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Community projects

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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

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