Discover Engineering

Find out about studying engineering at the University of Edinburgh

Why Edinburgh?

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  • Consistently ranked in the UK’s top 10 universities for Engineering (THE and QS 2025)
  • Strong links to industry through our Industrial Liaison Boards
  • A dedicated placement team supporting placement and internship opportunities
  • World-leading academics whose research informs your teaching
  • A huge variety of student innovation groups, societies and a dedicated Makerspace!

Our Programmes

Two engineering students and their supervisor in a mechanical engineering workshop wearing lab coats and safety glasses

We offer a range of undergraduate degree programmes, across four disciplines:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil & Environmental Engineering
  • Electronics & Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Attend an Open Day

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Visit us on campus on 4th or 25th Oct to learn all about the School of Engineering and to hear from our staff and students.

Register for an online event

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Join our autumn online interactive talks week commencing 22nd Sept or 27th Oct to find out more about studying Engineering in Edinburgh.

Explore our Engineering Societies

Be part of our vibrant student community, with student groups working on everything from rocketry, race cars and robotics, to sustainable engineering projects, Hyperloop technology and more!

Chat to a current student

Ask our ambassadors about their student experience via our online messaging platform.

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