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The University of Edinburgh: Engineering
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Engineering |
| Web | https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
Research at the School of Engineering addresses diverse and complex challenges across the entire field of engineering, from the nano- to the macro/global scales. At the smallest scale, our research supports the design and deployment of novel nanotechnology and devices for biological monitoring and medical diagnosis. At the macro/global scale, it optimises the security and sustainability of the built environment and develops engineering solutions to climate change issues.
A research degree programme in Engineering at the University of Edinburgh is your chance to connect with internationally renowned researchers and innovators. We carry out world-class research and provide high-quality training in research skills.
You will conduct your research as a member of one of our seven Research Institutes: - Institute of Bioengineering (IBioE)
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Institute for Digital Communications (IDCOM)
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Institute for Energy Systems (IES)
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Institute for Infrastructure & the Environment (IIE)
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Institute for Integrated Micro & Nano Systems (IMNS)
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Institute for Materials and Processes (IMP)
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Institute for Multiscale Thermofluids (IMT)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
MPhil (Res)
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await.
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50, and placed 34th in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research …
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