University of Edinburgh (E56)

Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities. We are globally recognised for our research and innovation and we've provided our students with world-class teaching for more than 425 years. Edinburgh itself has something for everyone - pubs, clubs, theatres, museums, galleries and parks. And, of course, the world famous Edinburgh Festival.
Source:University of Edinburgh website

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University of Edinburgh

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What students say about this university

1347 comments (354 students)

- The downside
  
  Union not great but has improved, too political, more space in the library needed
  
  2012, 3rd year, Law By Area
  
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- The downside
  
  Feedback - the feedback is very poor and the uni is trying to improve this.
  
  2012, 4th year, Clinical Medicine
  
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- The downside
  
  Porr feedback on assessments - both takes a long time and is insufficient.
  
  2012, 4th year, Clinical Medicine
  
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- The downside
  
  Feedback from teachers. Help when there is a problem with studies.
  
  2012, 4th year, Chinese Studies
  
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- The downside
  
  Academic support for students via Directors of Studies and tutors.
  
  2012, 4th year, Social Policy
  
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- The downside
  
  It is different to expectation but I haven't been disappointed
  
  2012, 3rd year, Business Studies
  
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How students describe this university

Source: Which? student survey

We asked more than 11,000 undergraduates to say how far they would describe their uni as having the following characteristics. We carry out this analysis where we have scores from at least 30 students. You can also see whether these ratings are high, medium or low compared to other universities.

Diverse local nightlife

72%

MED

Varied union activities

78%

HIGH

Sporty

72%

MED

Political

70%

HIGH

Creative

68%

HIGH

Vital stats

Sources: NSS, DLHE & HESA

% of graduates in work or further study 94% LOW

Student satisfaction score 76% MED

Average graduate salary £22k MED

Number of students

31,086

students attended last year

Undergraduate / Postgraduate

67%

of students are undergrads

Full-time / Part-time

of students are part-time

Male / Female

40%

of students are male

Young / Mature

12%

of students aged over 21

UK / Non-UK

36%

of students here are from outside the UK

University images

Old college quad
Students play sport
Students relaxing on campus
McEwan hall
Students outside Edinburgh Castle
Student Accommodation
Students socialising
Laboratory
Art student

League table rankings

Here's where this university ranks in the three main league tables (where available), which are calculated using a combination of stats that they each weight in different ways. They’re a handy guide but don’t offer the full picture – just because a university is top (or bottom) of the league tables doesn’t mean it is (or isn’t) the right choice for you.

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Complete University Guide rank

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Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide rankings

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