Taught degrees

Study in Edinburgh and become part of our thriving scientific community. Develop knowledge and skills in a specialised subject area.

Learn from world-renowned experts and explore the intersection of innovation and expertise with our taught postgraduate programmes.

Nestled in and around the historic and dynamic city of Edinburgh, our campuses are renowned for their cutting-edge medical and veterinary education. As a student here, you'll gain skills and knowledge to prepare you to address pressing health challenges effectively.

Shape an extraordinary future in human and animal health with us.

University isn't just for studying, it's for living! With safe, green areas and a multicultural community, Edinburgh is one of the best cities in the world to be a student.

What you can study

We offer five on-campus masters degrees in the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine.

Applied Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare – This MSc programme provides an understanding of animal welfare which can be applied to animal research, management, care, production, inspection, assessment, and the preparation of legislation.

Clinical Anatomy – This MSc programme offers an opportunity for graduate entry intercalating medical or dental students to significantly enhance their clinically-relevant anatomical knowledge and research skills.

Human Anatomy – This MSc programme will teach anatomy through dissection and includes modules on neuroanatomy, embryology, anatomy law and ethics and medical imaging.

Public Health – This Master of Public Health programme looks at how to develop the best professional practice in epidemiology, public health and social science, ethics and health.

Science Communication and Public Engagement – This MSc programme covers communication of all science, engineering, maths and technology, and includes courses in science and society, science education, and the role of social media in science communication.

University rankings

Ranked 19th in the world for life sciences and medicine (QS rankings by subject 2025)

The University of Edinburgh enjoys a global reputation as one of the world's best research universities and is consistently ranked in the top 50 higher education institutions worldwide.

According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, we’re ranked:

  • 19th in the world for the overall subject area of life sciences and medicine.
  • 5th in the world for veterinary science.
  • 20th in the world for medicine.

College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine rankings and key facts

How to apply

Our campuses

The College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine has many teaching and research facilities throughout Edinburgh, including:

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