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Study Abroad at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland

United Kingdom • Scotland • Edinburgh
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To study abroad at the University of Edinburgh is to call one of the world’s most beautiful cities home. Against the backdrop of a UNESCO World Heritage cityscape, countryside, and ocean, you will enjoy an enriching academic, social and cultural adventure. Just imagine enjoying all that Edinburgh and the nearby Scottish Highlands have to offer. Meanwhile, you’ll be studying abroad in Scotland, attending a historic university consistently ranked one of the top 50 research universities in the world, fourth in UK for research power, and in the top 10 globally for the employability of its graduates.

Academic strength: Biological & Physical Sciences, Computer Science & Math, Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience
Rankings: Times Top 100

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University of Edinburgh

Study abroad at the University of Edinburgh, with medieval and Georgian architecture serving as a beautiful backdrop to your academic pursuits. The Scottish capital is internationally renowned for its calendar of cultural events, including the world’s biggest arts festival, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Of course, the University of Edinburgh is itself a rich hub of activity within this modern, cosmopolitan city that attracts a large international student population.

The university’s wealth of support for international students complements SAF’s outstanding student support services. Edinburgh’s Global and College Visiting Student Offices guides you through your life-changing Edinburgh study-abroad experience.

Learn more at University of Edinburgh's official website. 

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Sobin Lee
“Scotland is a wonderful country surrounded by nature. Edinburgh is never without a beautiful day. It wasn't long before I met many friendly locals. I even have a Scottish accent now!

If you want to experience the study abroad experience, and thankfully luck and circumstances allow you to do so, I highly recommend you go and visit without further ado.”
Sobin Lee, Past SAF Student

Student vlog: Ewan's Guide to the City

Ewan’s Top Places to Visit while Studying Abroad in Edinburgh:

  • Playhouse Theatre
  • Calton Hill
  • St Andrew's Square
  • The Royal Mile
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Grassmarket for nightlife
  • The Meadows
  • Quartermile
  • McEwan Hall and Bistro Square

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