Founded by the city of Edinburgh in 1583, we were the first true civic university in the UK and one of the four ancient universities of Scotland. With our rich history, noted alumni and distinguished scholars, we have much to be proud of in our many centuries as a world-renowned university.
From Nobel laureates and Olympic champions to space explorers and prime ministers, the University of Edinburgh has been influencing history since it opened the gates to its first students in 1583.
Strategy 2030
As a world-leading University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. We do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
Our vision
Our graduates, and the knowledge we discover with our partners, make the world a better place.
Our purpose
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
Why study online at Edinburgh?
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s leading institutions and offers online students the same teaching and support as on-campus students.
Career enhancing
Our online programmes are focused on helping you to succeed in your career. An online master's programme from the University of Edinburgh can:
- Help you learn new skills
- Make you more attractive to employers
- Lead to higher earnings
- Help you change your career
Our online masters programmes involve the same level of work as on-campus ones and the qualification you get is of equal value. Your degree certificate will not mention that you studied the programme online.
Postgraduate Online Learning
Flexible online study - human, animal and ecosystem health
The University of Edinburgh's College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine offers the next best step in your future career development. Our flexible online learning programmes will enable you to obtain a high-quality degree identical to an on-campus qualification - the only difference being that the course is delivered completely online to suit your individual needs better.
This means that wherever you are in the world, you can achieve a distinguished academic degree from the University of Edinburgh without having to leave the comfort of your own home.
Furthermore, our online masters have been designed to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Our graduates are already having a noticeable impact around the world.
