Live and study in Edinburgh while learning from the best in medical and veterinary sciences
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.
Studying on campus
Each of our campus-based programmes is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials and seminars, as well as practical and lab work. The degree concludes with a dissertation. Our Masters degrees take 12 months to complete, with the exception of taught Dentistry programmes (MClinDent and DClinDent) which take between 24 and 36 months.
University rankings
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
Our taught masters degrees
Visit the programme websites below to find out more about each Masters (MSc) degree:
Christopher discusses his experience of studying on-campus for the MSc Human Anatomy.
Life in Edinburgh
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.
Want a sneak peek? Lauren, Laura and Siddarth share their experiences as international postgraduate students.
Our campuses
The College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine has many key teaching and research facilities in Edinburgh, including:
"I have learned so much through doing my dissertation."
Although it has been a tough journey, I have to say that I have learned so much through doing my dissertation, and I now see clear connections between the public health field and education systems. My favourite part by far was conducting the interviews for my study.
Kayla, Master of Public Health
Got a question for us?
If you have any questions for us, you can contact the Postgraduate Admissions Office.
Details of how to get in touch are available here:
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