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Edinburgh Impact

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An international endometriosis study has found that making dietry changes has a positive effect on pain symptoms.

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Since 2016, the pioneering Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program has empowered hundreds of African scholars and is now deepening its impact with a focus on sustainability.

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The University of Edinburgh has been announced as the home of the UK's next national supercomputer.

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.