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For over 400 years, our students and staff have been influencing and changing the world for the better - now it’s your turn!
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Life as an international student
University isn't just for studying, it's for living! With safe, green areas and a multicultural community, Edinburgh is one of the best cities in the world to be a student.
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We’re ranked 19th in the world’s most international universities.*
We're ranked in the UK's top 10 for the employability of our graduates.*
We’re consistently ranked one of the top 50 universities in the world.*
Studying at Edinburgh
The University sits at the heart of Edinburgh, discover why it’s consistently ranked among the world’s most desirable places to live.
Our students share how they budget and spend their money while living and studying in Edinburgh.
Find the right visa for your studies, options vary by nationality and programme length. Full-time programmes over 6 months usually require a Student visa.
Hear from our students
By Maria, from Kenya, studying Africa and International Development (MSc)
By Sri, from India, studying Landscape Architecture (MLA)
By Annabel, from France, studying American History (MSc)
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