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It is regularly updated to let you know about upcoming events, new initiatives, opportunities to develop skills and how to make the most of student services.

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Sir William Darling Memorial Prize recipients 2025

02 October, 20252025

This year’s Sir William Darling Memorial Prizes were presented at the new students’ Welcome…

Welcome from the Principal

01 October, 20252025

Principal and Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Peter Mathieson welcomes all students to Edinburgh.

Santander Universities Brighter Futures Grants 2025

30 September, 20252025

The Brighter Futures Grants programme is returning this academic year, in partnership with…

Build your skills this autumn

26 September, 20252025

The University offers a huge variety of free workshops and training for all students to develop…

Applications for Senior Lay Member of University Court

23 September, 20252025

Applications are now open for the next Senior Lay Member of University Court.

Teviot Row House upgrade

17 September, 20252025

A new video provides a behind-the-scenes look at the upgrade of Edinburgh’s iconic Students’ Union…

Postgraduate dissertation celebration 2025

28 August, 20252025

Almost 200 postgraduate taught students from across the University joined a reception on 20 August…

National Student Survey 2025

10 July, 20252025

The results from the annual National Student Survey (NSS) highlight increased student satisfaction.

Three Minute Thesis 2025 competition winner announced

30 June, 20252025

This year’s finalists delivered captivating research presentations covering a wide range of…

Principal’s Medal 2025 nominations now open

10 June, 20252025

All staff and students are invited to nominate a member of the University Community for the 2025…