22. University of Edinburgh
Location: The University of Edinburgh, 2 Charles Street, Edinburgh EH8 9AD
History
The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1583, is an internationally renowned centre for teaching and research in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The University is deeply embedded in the fabric of city, with many of the iconic buildings in the historic Old Town belonging to the University. It was the fourth university to be established in Scotland and is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious universities in Europe, having been consistently placed amongst the leading universities in the world. Edinburgh receives 47,000 applications every year, making it the third most popular university in the UK in terms of the volume of applicants. Entrance is intensively competitive, with 12 applications per place in the last admissions cycle.
Courses offered
The university offers over 600 undergraduate degree programs to choose from, in a wide range of subjects. It also has more than 160 taught postgraduate programs and over 130 academic units offering research degrees.
Admission procedure/cycle (month/date)
Before you apply, you need to consider whether you meet the entrance requirements of your chosen degree. Completing and submitting your online application accurately and on time is crucial.
To study at postgraduate level, you should have a first degree in an appropriate subject, or a qualification or experience acceptable as equivalent.
For more details on how to apply, entry requirements and the selection process, refer to the university's website.
Tentative cost of courses
The university revises its tuition fees annually and takes all reasonable steps to avoid large increases in the amounts payable. Undergraduate fee details are available in PDF formats and can be accessed from the official website. The website also provides fee details, depending on the bands (varying from 1 to 3), for the postgraduate courses.
Scholarships offered
The university offers a variety of scholarships for undergraduate courses. Details should be accessed from the official website.
Candidates should apply for postgraduate study or research at the University before applying for a scholarship. The University's Scholarships and Student Funding Services offers guidance on sources of grants, scholarships and other funding opportunities.
An on-line searchable database is available from the Scholarships website to help you with your funding search.
The University also produces an annual "Funding for Postgraduate Students" publication which is available from the Scholarships Office.
Presence in India
The University has collaborative links with the University of Delhi, Calcutta University and the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR).
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