Edinburgh is a Russell Group university founded in 1583, ranked consistently in the global top 30. It is especially strong in informatics, medicine, law, and social sciences. Graduates are targeted by top employers across the UK, Europe, and North America.
Edinburgh, Scotland
27th
5th (QS 2025)
Top 30 Globally
4th in UK for research power
QS Top 50 Worldwide
MSc Computer Science
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 92
MSc Business Analytics
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 100
LLB Law
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 100
MBChB Medicine
Bachelors DegreeDuration
72 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 100
MSc Artificial Intelligence
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 92
BSc Psychology
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 92
Top-ranked informatics school — Edinburgh's School of Informatics is rated 1st in the UK for AI research.
Russell Group member — one of 24 UK universities targeted by leading graduate employers.
Medical school with NHS teaching hospitals — clinical placements start from year one.
Strong alumni network — graduates include Charles Darwin, Tony Blair, and Elon Musk's co-founders.
Informatics and AI graduates are recruited directly by Google, Amazon, and Meta UK offices.
Law graduates enter Scottish and English bars, the EU institutions, and Magic Circle firms.
Medicine graduates enter NHS foundation training, with many securing competitive specialty posts.
90% of postgraduate students are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating.
Undergrad
Rolling — typically closes March to June
Postgrad
Rolling — most programmes close March to June
The main campus sits in the Old Town, minutes from libraries, labs, and teaching hospitals. Most students live within walking or cycling distance of lectures.
Edinburgh is a compact, walkable city with a strong student scene and low crime rates. The monthly cost of living averages £900–£1,100, lower than London.
Valid CAS number from Edinburgh
Proof of funds: £1,334/month
Unconditional offer letter required
English language test results
Valid passport (6+ months)
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