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Book your place for our on-campus Undergraduate Open Days on 26 September and 24 October 2026.

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Edinburgh Impact

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The step from university into the graduate job market can feel overwhelming. In an era of AI-driven disruption, shifting workplaces and rising competition, knowing where to start is half the battle.

#EdinburghImpact

Jiayi Chen - Contemporary Art Practice graduate and Being Edinburgh Award nominee

Contemporary Art Practice graduate and Being Edinburgh Award nominee Jiayi Chen’s creative works explore human connection, celebrate female culture and treat audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to an interdisciplinary performance centred on a secret ancient Chinese script used only by women.

#EdinburghImpact

Minister Narayan signs steel beam

UK Government Cabinet Minister for Artificial Intelligence, The Rt Hon Kanishka Narayan MP, has visited the site of the UK’s Next National Supercomputer in Edinburgh, marking progress on the project with a commemorative steel signing.

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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.