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The University of Edinburgh Engineering courses applications for the year 2024 are now closed.

Below mentioned are the tentative deadlines for 2025 admissions:

  • Post Graduate Engineering courses deadline: Varies as per the programs
  • Under Graduate Engineering courses deadline: Jan 2025 (Tentative)

The Guardian's Best UK Universities in 2025 ranking has been released. The University of Edinburgh has been ranked at #15 in 2025, making a jump from #14 in 2024.

University of Edinburgh Engineering Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(15 courses)
INR 31 L - 41 LGet Fee Details
Duration4-5 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 61 - 65
M.Sc.(15 courses)
INR 32 L - 49 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 62 - 73

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4.1/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Friendly
  • Academically oriented
  • Liberal
Student Views
  • 24% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.3
Part time work3.7
Post study jobs4
Quality of faculty4.5
Student Life4.5
Value for money3.7
Public transportation4.8
Safety4.7
Indian Food4.1
Permanent Immigration3.4
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Marketing MSc - Batch of 2025
4.3
Transportation systems are affordable and dependable.
Tips: The University Accommodation was up to my expectations, and the University had a lot of events in the welcome week to make the transition easy for me. Adjusting to the weather was hard, but you get used to it eventually. Since there are multiple cultures, the cultural shift isn't extremely difficult. I did not receive any scholarship, so I am personally funding my time here. I am fairly satisfied with the university and the course and extremely satisfied by the city.
Likes (Safety): The city is extremely safe and student-friendly. I haven't had a single incident here. Public transport is readily available via buses and trams. The city is extremely walkable, which is especially helpful when the trams aren't running. I find the transportation system to be affordable and dependable. I haven't had any security concerns, either.
Dislikes (Internships): The University of Edinburgh offers a lot of part-time opportunities. However, there aren't many internship opportunities that are brought in by the university. If you are looking for internships, you have to rely on LinkedIn and other job posting sites. However, the University has an eager-to-help student development and career development hub that you can seek guidance from.
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MSc in History - Batch of 2025
4.7
The university is culturally diverse and will offer you an array of networks.
Tips: The university is culturally diverse, and it might take some time to get adjusted to this. But everyone like you will be in the same boat. It might take a month or two to figure things out, but it eventually starts getting better. The University also ensures through different workshops to smoothen up the cultural transition for us through various events like potlucks. I am highly satisfied with my course as it is very well-structured and delivered. University of Edinburgh was my dream university and I am happy with my decision of choosing to study here.
Likes (Public transportation): The city has buses, trams, trains, taxis and Uber, like other UK cities. The prices are pretty much similar. I don't find it quite affordable to avail of the bus daily as my accommodation is just 15 minutes walking distance from the business school. Edinburgh is easily walkable. Be prepared for the slopes and the uphill climb around the city.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I don't want to permanently settle here for personal reasons, but it might be a nice place to settle if someone wants to, considering they have a high-paying job. The living costs are expensive. Other than that, Edinburgh is safer than most UK cities, with amazing air quality and literally no pollution. It is culturally diverse and will offer you an array of networks, considering you indulge in the same.
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3.6
A good place to learn and grow significantly.
Tips: I found the city and the campus very student friendly and welcoming, which made my transition here much smoother and simpler than I had anticipated. The weather can be harsh, but the beautiful landscape makes up for it. Even though the academic programs can be intense, I have learned a lot through this experience. Make sure to balance your academics with other ongoing campus activities.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Immigration in general has become an added difficulty especially here as the rules and regulations keep changing every two years on an average and the eligibility requirement seems practical at this point. It is a better idea to gain experience here and settled elsewhere.
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MSc Bioinformatics - Batch of 2023
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It has been a very special experience for me with wonderful and friendly people on campus.
Tips: Studying here has been one of my goals for a very long time and the campus and college have truly lived up to my expectations. I did receive a scholarship of around 7,500 USD which based on merit, that made it possible for me to study here. Students should definitely read up on the course requirements and ensure that their paperwork is completed promptly.
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MSc Material Chemistry - Batch of 2025
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I feel great about everything here.
Tips: There is a lot of variety in the form of courses, clubs and campus events. Because of this, it can sometimes become extremely paced and busy which is why figure out a few of the lesser popular areas and in case you need the library, you can book one of the meeting rooms. Signing up for a meal plan can also make your life easier.
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MSc in History - Batch of 2026
3.8
A lot of growth and learning.
Tips: I have learned how to gain more self-reliance and independence as you will be expected to take care of your own well-being while maintaining your academic schedule as well. Although I did not apply for any scholarships, my course has been very valuable for me because of the faculty and has also helped me gain the background necessary to transition into journalism which is ultimately my plan. Overall, I am quite satisfied with the country, course and university.
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University of Edinburgh Engineering FAQs 2025

Q:   What are the admission requirements for Engineering course at University of Edinburgh?

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The University of Edinburgh allows international students to enroll full time in the Engineering programs. These programs rank among the best in the world, and the university Is known for its high employability, experienced faculty, state of the art learning infrastructure. The students wanting to go for UG levels are required to submit their applications though UCAS portal, and for PG, the students can apply though the university portal. 

Here are some requirements that the international students need to fulfill for the University of Edinburgh Engineering courses:

Undergraduate

·         Evidence of the school / college grades (Physics, Biology, and Math)

·         Personal Statement

·         English proficiency test(IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)

Postgraduate

·         A Personal Statement

·         Copies of degree certificates / academic transcripts

·         References (if required for the chosen program)

·         English language proficiency evidence(IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)

·         Certified translations (if original documents are not in English)

·         Any other document (as required)

These are only some basic requirements. Remember to put any documents, the proofs of extra-curricular activities, any certification, accomplishments, and awards to support ones’ candidature. 

Also Read: Requirements to Study in UK for Indian Students 

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Q:   Is the University of Edinburgh good for Engineering?

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The University of Edinburgh is consistently ranking among the best in the world for its Engineering programs. According to QS rankings, the Engineering programs from this university rank #83 among the best Engineering programs. University of Edinburgh provides practical exposure to students by the help of their students led projects across the Engineering domain.

The university takes pride in making students industry ready with relevant projects such as:

·         Engineering for Change (sustainability)

·         Edinburgh University Formula Student (automotive technology)

·         HYPED (Hyperloop)

·         Endeavour (rocketry)

·         Asteria (space and satellites)

·         HumanEd (robotics)

·         Precious plastics (recycling)

According to the students who are already studying Engineering from this university say that the programs are structured, informative, and industry relevant. They also say that the research opportunities are abundant, and these research topics are communicated directly to the students so they have an idea of what they will study.

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Q:   What is the acceptance rate for Engineering course at University of Edinburgh?

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The acceptance rate at the University of Edinburgh fluctuate and dependent on multiple factors. For all the programs, it ranges from 15% to 47% which makes it a bit ambiguous as to what to expect. For some programs it can be high, and for some, it can be low. According to the official website, for Engineering programs, 2 out of 3 students received an offer letter from the university which makes it a safe school.

As the offer letters for Engineering programs are doled out at this rate, given that it is considered one of the best universities in the world to pursue Engineering from, the University of Edinburgh becomes a great choice for the international students.

Refer to this table to understand the University of Edinburgh acceptance:

Particulars

Headcount 2022

Headcount 2023

Application Received

75,438

69,377

Admitted Students

25,210

27,608

Total Students Enrolled

6,111

6,409

Yield Rate

24.2%

23.2%

Acceptance Rate

33.42%

39.79%

 

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Q:   Which university is better for Engineering among University of Manchester and University of Edinburgh?

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Both the universities are well renowned for their robust academic excellence and industry relevant programs. For Engineering programs, there are a lot of fluctuations in terms of ranking.

Refer to this table for a better understanding, regarding which university if better:

Basis

University of Edinburgh

University of Manchester

Ranking (overall)

# 27 QS World University 2025
# 22 QS World University 2024
# 30 Times Higher Education 2024

# 34 QS World University 2025
# 14 QS World University 2024
# 32 QS World University 2024

Subject Strength

# 51 for Engineering by QS World University 2024
# 21 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2024
# 21 for Medicine by QS World University 2024

# 27 for Engineering by QS World University 2024
# 30 for Medicine by QS World University 2024
# 57 for Law by QS World University 2024

Programs

UG Programs -42
PG Programs -76
Doctorate Programs -9

UG Programs -144
PG Programs -126
Doctorate Programs -6

Acceptance Rate

10.0 %

70.6 %

Exam Score

GMAT-600
IELTS-6.5
PTE-70
SAT-1290
TOEFL-92

GMAT-650
GRE-330
IELTS-6.5
PTE-59
SAT-1090
TOEFL-90

Cost to Study(Engineering)

Average Tuition Fees:  EUR 36,800
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees:  EUR 36,800
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal – EUR 11,808 Per Year

Average Tuition Fees: EUR  31,680
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees: EUR 32,250
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal – EUR 15940 Per Year

Placement (average package)

The University of Edinburgh is one of the top public universities in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It is ranked #15 in QS World University Rankings 2023.

Graduate Employability Ranking #49

·         Top recruiters: Tesco Bank, Royal Bank of Scotland, Avaloq Evolution AG, Scottish Government

·         Average Salaries by the degree:

MBA: $129,000

Bachelor (Other): $99,000

PhD: $80,000

Executive Masters: $75,000

Masters of Arts: $69,000

 

The University of Manchester is one of the top public universities in Manchester, United Kingdom. It is ranked #28 in QS World University Rankings 2023.

 

 

Application requirements

·         Transcripts

·         Proof of English Language Proficiency

·         Portfolio

·         LORs

·         Resume

·         Standardized scores

Indian students applying for bachelors must have at least 80%, PG aspirants must have a first-class degree. 

 

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Q:   What subject is Edinburgh University known for?

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The University of Edinburgh is known for its renowned practical learning, and highly employable graduates. It is ranked among the best universities in Engineering domain among the top notch universities around the world. University of Edinburgh Engineering programs are famous, but there are other subjects too which are quite famous among the international students:

This table shows the ranking by Times higher ranking of the University of Edinburgh on the basis of subjects that they offer:

Subjects

Ranking

Life Sciences

28th

Law

13th

Education

33rd

Arts and Humanities

12th

Business and Economics

56th

Clinical and Health

23rd

Computer Science

26th

Engineering

83rd

Social Sciences

38th

Psychology

25th

Physical Sciences

44th

 

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