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3 months agoContributor-Level 9
The acceptance rate at the University of Edinburgh stands at 51%, according to an unofficial source. This acceptance rate suggests that out of every 100 applicants, 51 students are offered admission. To be eligible for the University of Edinburgh admissions, mentioned below are the requirements:
| Eligibility Criteria | Undergraduate (UG) | Postgraduate (PG) |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Score | 75-85% overall in Class XII with 3 subjects at 75% | Good Bachelor's degree with a minimum 60% (or 55% from Institutes of Eminence or National Importance) |
| Academic Qualification | Higher Secondary Certificate (CBSE/ISC/State Board) | Bachelor's degree from a recognised Indian university |
| Application Fee | No application fee (via UCAS) | Typically no fee for most courses; some master's courses may charge £60 |
| English Proficiency | IELTS 6.5 overall (or accepted equivalents) | IELTS 6.5-7.0 overall (or accepted equivalents) |
| Additional Requirements | Personal statement, references, possible interview or portfolio for some courses | Personal statement, references, research proposals (if applicable), possibly GRE/GMAT for some courses |
| Special Notes | Some courses may require interviews, portfolios (Art/Design programs) | Institutes of Eminence may have slightly relaxed criteria; some courses require standardized tests like GMAT for MBA |
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3 months agoContributor-Level 9
International students are not required to take an entrance test or attend an interview for most of the University of Edinburgh courses; however, they are required for competitive programs like Medicine (it requires a UCAT test). Additionally, courses in Medicine may require portfolios.
Below mentioned are the programs, the students might be asked to meet the mentioned requirements for:
| Program/Faculty | Admission Requirements | Additional Entry Tests or Interviews |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | UCAS application, academic transcripts | UCAT test, interview |
| Veterinary Medicine | Academic transcripts | Interview |
| Nursing | Academic transcripts | Interview |
| Teacher Training | Academic transcripts | Interview |
| Art, Design, Fine Art | Academic transcripts, portfolio submission | Portfolio review |
| Most Other UG Programs | Academic transcripts, personal statement | Usually, no tests or interviews |
| Postgraduate Programs | Bachelor's degree, personal statement, references | Tests may be required for some competitive programs |
| MBA | Degree, work experience, personal statement | GMAT score required |
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, NEET is obligatory for Indian students who want to practice in India after returning from foreign MBBS. If students don't qualify from NEET, they cannot register with the Medical Council of India (NMC).
NEET is not required for admission into foreign medical schools themselves. This would include medical schools in the USA or UK, where the requirements are high school grades, taking exams such as the MCAT (for USA), or UK college specific admission criteria.
This is an important distinction to make and provides assurance to students that they will be eligible to practice in India after extending their degree duration abroad.
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
Students from India are expected to have completed 10+2 from a recognised Board and studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology. A majority of the countries required an overall minimum mark of 50-60 % in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Whether it is necessary to qualify NEET depends on whether a student wants to work in India after returning from the abroad programme. Students must also have valid passports, student visas and perhaps language proficiency tests like IELTS or TOEFL depending upon the country of study.
Some of the universities might have further requirements, such as, entrance exam, and personal interview, to assess the student
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
Indian students need to complete one undergraduate degree in 4 years, usually Science, before applying to a U.S. medical school. A requirement to apply is the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). The MCAT tests material in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Critical Thinking. Indian students also need to complete a residency programme, which lasts from 3 to 7 years, depending on the specialty, after medical school. A proof of English proficiency and a good academic record must also be produced to U.S. medical schools. Also, financial planning is paramount since studying MBBS in the U.S. is expensive. The cost of tuition, and living exp
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