Overview

Our Mission

We educate and empower the next generation of engineering leaders, equipping them with the knowledge, creativity, and ethical responsibility needed to address the world’s most urgent challenges.

We build on the University’s pioneering spirit since 1583. At the forefront of engineering innovation, we create solutions with real-world impact. From advancing data science and digital communications, to designing resilient infrastructure, to driving breakthroughs in biomedical engineering and energy sustainability, our research tackles today’s toughest challenges with purpose and ingenuity.

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Our teaching is innovative and research-led, preparing students for the future of work and lifelong learning, while fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability. We work in close partnership with local communities, industry, and global networks to translate knowledge into action that benefits society and the economy.

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Rooted in our historic home and inspired by engineering pioneers such as Elizabeth Georgeson, Fleeming Jenkin, Molly Ferguson and William Rankine, we are committed to sustainability, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that our work reflects the values of the University of Edinburgh and contributes to a better future for all.