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Study at ��ֱ��: Herald Scottish Higher Education Institute of the Year 2025

Don’t get lost in the crowd: study at ��ֱ��
We are distinctive in our person-centred and career-focused approach to education and teaching, and our commitment to shaping a better world. As a student with us, you are much more than a student number, you can become your best self, and you really can go far. Renowned for immediately relevant research and innovation, we have widely recognised expertise in business, the creative industries, education, health and rehabilitation, and social sciences.

Studying at ��ֱ��, Edinburgh

About the University

Schools and Divisions

Our Purpose and Values

International Community

Conferences and Events

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Postgraduate courses - September 2025

With ��ֱ�� you can go far. Postgraduate study with us can help you climb the career ladder in your current profession, or allow you to change profession, or can be the foundation for an academic career. We have some courses still open for September 2025 start.

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��ֱ�� staff and graduate Fringe productions

Information about our staff, student and alumni 2025 productions at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and the Edinburgh International Festival.

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Why study at ��ֱ��

There are lots of reasons to study at ��ֱ��, from our friendly and supportive staff to the career-enhancing extracurricular opportunities on offer.

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Student stories

Be inspired by stories from our students and graduates. Find out how we have helped them grow and become their best selves.

Open days and other ways to meet us

We offer several opportunities for you to meet us throughout the year to find out about our courses.

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Short courses

Upskill with a short course from ��ֱ��. We offer a diverse range of short courses that can help you gain new knowledge and develop new skills.��

Our 100% online master's courses offer flexible postgraduate study to suit you.

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Services for students

Supporting you from application to graduation, to help you make the most of your time at university, and to reinforce your learning, your wellbeing and your personal development.