University of Edinburgh
Scotland's flagship university and a founding member of the Russell Group — Edinburgh pairs a stunning historic campus with strength across informatics, medicine, and business.
#35
QS World Rank 2027
#1
Ranked University in Scotland
£30M+
Scholarships & Funding
46,000+
Students, 150+ Countries
Why Edinburgh
Why Indian students choose Edinburgh
A Top-40 Global University
Edinburgh sits at #35 globally (QS 2027) — one of the UK's most respected research universities.
World-Leading Informatics
The School of Informatics is one of the largest and most influential AI and computer science departments in Europe.
A City Built for Students
A UNESCO World Heritage capital with a huge student population and a famously warm welcome for international students.
Post-Study Work Rights
The Graduate visa currently gives you 2 years in the UK to work after your degree, reducing to 18 months for students starting from 2027.
Deep Research Funding
Edinburgh consistently ranks among the top UK universities for research grant income.
Strong Scholarship Culture
Global Research and India-specific scholarships regularly support Indian postgraduate applicants.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
MSc Artificial Intelligence
School of Informatics
MSc Finance & Investment
Business School
MSc Data Science
School of Informatics
BSc Computer Science
School of Informatics
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSc Artificial Intelligence | £36,000 | 1 year |
| MSc Data Science | £35,000 | 1 year |
| MSc Finance & Investment | £34,000 | 1 year |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum grade varies by program)
IELTS 6.5+ overall (no band below 6.0) or equivalent TOEFL/PTE score
Statement of Purpose tailored to your chosen program
Two academic or professional letters of recommendation
Proof of funds for tuition and living costs (for visa purposes)
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship
Full tuition + stipend
India Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition discount
Principal's Career Development Scholarship
Up to 50% tuition fee remission
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at Edinburghstarts with one conversation.
BNPS international has guided students to Edinburghfor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.
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