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About
The University of Edinburgh is a historic public research university located in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 1583. It is one of Scotland's four ancient universities and played a crucial role in the Scottish Enlightenment, contributing to the city's nickname, "Athens of the North." The university is renowned for its strong research profile across a wide range of subjects, particularly in Informatics and Medicine, and is consistently ranked among the top universities globally.
UNIREAL Score
90/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 90
Overview
- Country
- United Kingdom
- City
- Edinburgh
- Established
- 1582
- Students
- 49,500
- Programs
- 515
- Tuition (yearly)
- €30,800
- Admission period
- September – January
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Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Edinburgh?
University of Edinburgh is located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to study at University of Edinburgh?
Typical yearly tuition at University of Edinburgh is about €30,800. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to University of Edinburgh?
Admission at University of Edinburgh usually runs September – January.
What can I study at University of Edinburgh?
University of Edinburgh offers about 515 programs, including Computer Science, Business, Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine.
What is the UNIREAL Score of University of Edinburgh?
University of Edinburgh has a UNIREAL Score of 90/100, calculated from: research activity.
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