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Join us on Saturday, 4 or 25 October, for our on-campus Undergraduate Open Day. Book your place now.

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Edinburgh Impact

Christina Samson in the UN building

The University has been running online learning degrees for 20 years. What is the impact when we remove geographical and financial barriers to studying? 

#EdinburghImpact

Wildflower meadow

One researcher, an obsessive plant hunter, has created a botanical resource for Britain like no other.

#EdinburghImpact

Mary Paulson-Ellis posing, arms crossed, for a photo.

An award-winning novelist who has mastered the genres of crime, historical and literary fiction has been appointed as the new Writer in Residence at the University.

Edinburgh Global

We are a truly global University, making a contribution to the world, through global partnership, community and exchange.

Regional engagement

International applicants

Global community

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.