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University of Edinburgh
Overview
University of Edinburgh information
About University of Edinburgh
UCAS code: E56
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50. Our entrepreneurial and cross-disciplinary culture attracts students and staff from across the globe, creating a unique Edinburgh experience. We provide a stimulating working, learning and teaching environment with access to excellent facilities. We attract the world's best, from Nobel Prize winning laureates to future explorers, pioneers and inventors. As host to more than 40,000 students from some 156 countries, the University of Edinburgh continues to attract the world’s greatest minds.
Source: University of Edinburgh
Tuition fees at University of Edinburgh
- First year tuition fees for UK students range from £1,820 to £41,700 with the most common fee for a course being £9,535.
- International students pay between £29,600 and £54,560 in the first year, with most courses having a fee of £29,600.
Job prospects
•Undergraduate
£27.7k
Average graduate salary93%
Graduates in work or further study•Postgraduate
91%
Graduates in work or further studyAverage graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates from University of Edinburgh
Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates from University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh open days
Are you thinking of applying to this university?
Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.
Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.
Courses
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Here are University of Edinburgh's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points
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Showing 108 reviews
1st year student
I love our student union, I think it is a great space and a good bar, however the student union club could do with a bit of work, making it more accessible and having a range of music. The drinks are a good price, and food deals are welcomed!
1 year ago
1st year student
Campus is sociable and vibrant during the day and in the evening. There is lots to do throughout the week, but I do feel that this dies down quickly. I think overall it is very good, but that there could be better communication in showing students what is out there. rn
1 year ago
1st year student
I haven't been made aware of financial support offered, but I know there is it out there, so potentially it could be advertised more. I would say that the university is adding to rising prices of 1st year student accommodation- not helping living in a city where renting student flats is already very...
1 year ago
1st year student
I have had good communication with my student advisor, and have no complaints. However, I feel I have not needed to communicate lots with academic support, so maybe I am not the best representative. The same goes for welfare services.
1 year ago
1st year student
These are great! The main library could be slightly larger or have more seating areas, just as it is often difficult to find a seat. But I love all the other libraries available, and the fact that our main one is 24/7.
1 year ago
1st year student
I personally enjoy my course, but feel as if first year has been very broad. I understand all things need to be covered, but potentially there could be an evaluation of things everyone has learnt across Higher Scottish exams, A-level and international qualifications, to limit going over unnecessary ...
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Edinburgh
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
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Teaching on my course
85%
med
Teaching on my course
85%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
79%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
89%
med
Learning opportunities
76%
low
Learning opportunities
76%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
82%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
77%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
75%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
64%
low
Assessment and feedback
65%
low
Assessment and feedback
65%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
74%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
74%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
57%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
59%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
60%
low
Academic support
84%
low
Academic support
84%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
87%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
82%
low
Organisation and management
72%
med
Organisation and management
72%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
74%
med
How well organised is your course?
70%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
84%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
85%
med
Student voice
69%
low
Student voice
69%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
51%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
71%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
61%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
74%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
68%
low
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
57%
low
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
80%
low
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
83%
low
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
58%
low
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
70%
low
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
62%
low
Discussions
Discussions
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