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The University of Edinburgh Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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International students can take the University of Edinburgh admissions via UCAS and University portal. The University of Edinburgh application deadline for undergraduate and graduate programs are given below:

Undergraduate Deadline:

  • UCAS: Jun 30, 2025

Postgraduate Deadline:

  • MS: Varies as per programs
  • MBA: Mar 5, 2025 (Round 4)

University of Edinburgh Admissions 2025

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Q:   What GPA is required for admission at University of Edinburgh?

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The University of Edinburgh expects from postgraduate students to achieve 60% or more or a GPA of 8 on a 10-point scale in their bachelor's degree. If the student is studying at the university listed on UoE Indian University list, they must achieve 55% or more/ GPA of 7 on 10-point scale. In addition, students must submit a degree in appropriate subject from a recognised institution equivalent to first or upper class honors in the UK and submit documents including degree certificate and academic transcripts (Certified translation), personal statement, reference, and research proposals. However, there is no GPA requirements for the undergraduates.

Q:   Does admission to Edinburgh require GRE?

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There are no GRE requirements for most of the postgraduate courses at the University of Edinburgh. However, some programs may expect a GRE score from international students. The postgraduate students must submit a degree in appropriate subject from a recognised institution equivalent to first or upper class honors in the UK to fulfill the eligibility. Some documents requirements include certificate and academic transcripts, personal statement, reference, and research proposals.

Q:   Does admission to University of Edinburgh require IELTS?

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The University of Edinburgh requires a minimum of 6.5 scores in IELTS for UG and PG programs. Along with that, students must submit PTE scores to submit a proof of English language proficiency. The English language requirements for UG and PG programs are given below:

English Language Test

UG Score

PG Score

IELTS

6.5 or above

Between 6.5 and 7

PTE

Between 61 and 70

Between 61 and 70

Q:   What are the admission requirements for Indian students at University of Edinburgh?

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International students must fulfill the eligibility criteria and submit the required documents for desired programme at the University of Edinburgh. The Edinburgh University requirements for UG and PG for international students are given below:

Undergraduate requirements:

  • Reference
  • Personal Statement
  • High school transcripts
  • English language requirements
  • Program-specific requirements

Graduate requirements:

  • Degree certificate and academic transcripts (Certified translation)
  • Personal Statement
  • Reference
  • Research proposals
  • English language requirements

University of Edinburgh MS Admissions 2025

62 courses 12 months - 2 years
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21.7L - 43.2L

iconEligibility Criteria

  • Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: IELTS, PTE
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Q:   Who is eligible for MSc Management at the University of Edinburgh?

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The University of Edinburgh MSc Management course admission requirements are given below. Note that the admission to this course is competitive.

  • A UK first class or 2:1 Honors degree in any subject or an equivalent international qualification is required
  • Relevant work experience is not needed but may increase the chance of getting admission
  • IELTS with an overall score of 7.0 / TOEFL with total score of 100 on iBT, PTE Academic score of 70

Q:   Would you recommend going to the University of Edinburgh for Computer Science?

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The University of Edinburgh offers one of the best Computer Science programs to international students. The is taught by excellent faculty through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical classes. The programme helps students to work on projects that build their understanding in building computer systems from scratch, developing system, doing experimental work, working on projects with supervisor guidance. Students must definitely take admission to Computer Science curriculum as it opens a door in big companies.

The students can get the opportunity to work in companies like Google, Facebook, Amazon, IBM, SkyScanner, Intel, ARM, and more.

Q:   Which is better among University of Dundee and University of Edinburgh?

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If we consider the below comparison table, University of Edinburgh is better than the University of Dundee based on the global, country, and continental-specific rankings. As per the unofficial source, the University of Dundee ranked #362 among Global universities whereas University of Edinburgh ranked at #38. However, students must consider various factors including acceptance criteria, academic structure, and affordability rather than just rankings. Students can check the table below for the comparison between the two:

US News Rankings 2025

University of Dundee

University of Edinburgh

Best Global Universities

#362

#38

Best Global Universities in Europe

#140

#8

Best Global Universities in UK

#31

#6

University of Edinburgh Application Process 2025

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Q:   How much does University of Edinburgh cost for international students?

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In specializations such as Business Analytics, Finance, Business Analytics, Financial Mathematics, Marketing, Management, Resource Management, and more, the University Edinburgh offers more than 400 degree and certificate programs. Tuition at the University of Edinburgh is between INR 21L and INR 43L for PG students and between INR 22L and INR 39L for UG students. Students can view the cost of tuition for popular programs at the university:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS (62 courses)

INR 22 L - 43 L

MBA/PGDM (21 courses)

INR 25 L - 43 L

B.Sc. (31 courses)

INR 23 L - 40 L

B.A. (128 courses)

INR 23 L - 37 L

M.A. (52 courses)

INR 25 L - 32 L

M.Sc. (20 courses)

INR 25 L - 42 L

B.E / B.Tech (20 courses)

INR 29 L - 37 L

BBA (28 courses)

INR 22 L - 24 L

Others PG (13 courses)

INR 25 L - 32 L

LLM (16 courses)

INR 25 L - 29 L

Q:   What is the acceptance rate for Indian students at University of Edinburgh?

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The University of Edinburgh acceptance rate is 47%. This showcases that the university follows moderate selection criteria during admission. To gain Edinburgh admission, international students must demonstrate exceptional academic performance, and submit their CV, academic history, references, personal statements, English language ability, and more. Participation in extracurricular activities and some prior relevant experience can also help international students to gain admission. Currently, over 7,000 students from Asia currently studying at the university.

Q:   Does University of Edinburgh give full scholarships to international students?

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Yes, the University of Edinburgh offers various scholarships to international students. The details of some of the scholarships offered to international students are given below:

Robertson International Scholarships: The School of History, Classics, and Archaeology offers up to 5 undergraduate scholarships to overseas students beginning their studies in September 2024. The scholarships are offered for the sum of GBP 1,000 each

Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Mathematics Scholarships: This scholarship is offered to international applicants who showcase outstanding academic performance. The scholarships are worth GBP 5,000 and will be paid directly to students in instalments as a contribution to living costs.

Q:   Is there an application fee at Edinburgh University?

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The University of Edinburgh application fee for undergraduate is 28.50 Pounds (INR 3K) for undergraduate programs and 60 Pounds (INR 6.4K) for postgraduate programs. Students must fulfill the eligibility by having a higher secondary school certificate and overall 80% in 12th standard with three subjects at 75% (CBSE/ISC/CISCE) for UG and a degree in appropriate subject from a recognised institution equivalent to first or upper class honors in the UK.

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The University of Edinburgh Admissions 2025 FAQs

Q:   How can I get admission in Edinburgh University?

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International students must fulfill the basic eligibility and submit the required documents asked by the university. The university will thoroughly review each application and provide offer letter to the deserving candidates. The basic eligibility along with the requirements for undergraduate and graduate programs are given below:

Programs

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Requirements

UG

  • Students must have higher secondary school certificate
  • Overall 80% in 12th standard with three subjects at 75% (CBSE/ISC/CISCE)
  • Reference
  • Personal Statement
  • High school transcripts
  • English language requirements
  • Program-specific requirements

PG

  • Students must hold a degree in appropriate subject from a recognised institution equivalent to first or upper class honors in the UK
  • Degree certificate and academic transcripts (Certified translation)
  • Personal Statement
  • Reference
  • Research proposals
  • English language requirements

Q:   Can I work part-time while studying at The University of Edinburgh?

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Yes, students who havePart-Time Tier 4 Student Visa will have permission to work while studying at The University of Edinburgh. However, there are some restrictions to do so and those are:

  • 20 hours in any given week during term time if students are studying full-time programme at a degree level or above
  • 10 hours in any given week during term time if students are studying full-time programme below degree level
  • Full time during vacation periods once your official course end date

Also Read: Part-Time Work Options in UK for International Students 

Q:   How do I get into the University of Edinburgh being an Indian?

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To be admitted to undergraduate or graduate studies at the University of Edinburg, international students must adhere to the following procedures:
Step 1: Select a program: International students have the option to select from more than 250 undergraduate programs or more than 150 graduate programs, and they can verify their eligibility requirements.
Step 2: Complete the application: International students can apply through the university application portal for postgraduate studies and UCAS for undergraduate studies. They must provide the necessary information, including their CV, academic history, references, personal statements, and English language proficiency.
Step 3: Pay the application fee: The University of Edinburg application fee is around INR 6.4K for postgraduate studies and INR 3K for UCAS applications.
Step 4: Await a response: After reviewing the application, the University of Edinburg will get back to you in a few weeks.

Q:   How hard is it to get into University of Edinburgh for an Indian student?

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With 47% acceptance rate, the University of Edinburgh is moderately stringent to get into. This demonstrates that the university uses reasonable admissions screening standards. International students must exhibit outstanding academic performance in addition to submitting their resume, academic history, references, personal statements, English language proficiency, and other materials in order to be admitted to Edinburgh. International students may also get admitted with the aid of extracurricular activity involvement and some relevant prior experience. The university currently has more than 7,000 Asian students enrolled.

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