Research assessment
Edinburgh’s position as one of the UK’s leading research universities has been reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
The University of Edinburgh is fourth in the UK based on the quality and breadth of its research, known as research power, and is Scotland’s top ranked institution.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
Edinburgh Impact
Discover how the University community is making its mark upon the world through its research, innovation, ideas and actions.