Thoughts on Edinburgh

My overall experience at the University of Edinburgh was pretty good. The faculty over there was very friendly and supportive in terms of academics....Read More

The world ranking of the uni, the scholarship they were giving, the curriculum, the location of the uni (especially the country, didn't want to choose the US coz of the entire mess) GRE: not required. TOEFL: I think it was somewhere in the range of 96-100, not quite sure...Read More

Course reputation, well-known faculty, Edinburgh is known to have a good culture.  My scores: IELTS 7.5, GRE is not mandatory. Can be provided for additional support....Read More

Factors to choose the Uni: Uni ranking Course ranking Interaction with Alumni Admission process: Seamless process with no hassle of a one-time payment Fees can be paid in phases Even if you miss any documents, they provide relaxation They sometimes waive off Admission fees if provided with authentic details My IELTS Score: 8, Required Score: 6.5/7 My Bachelors Score: Distinction, Required Score: First Class...Read More

I applied to various colleges before I got into University of Edinburgh: University of Edinburgh- admitted University of Sheffield- admitted Vanderbilt Peabody College- admitted University of Sussex- admitted Birkbeck, University of London- admitted City, University of London- admitted Owing to the research environment, facilities, ranking and the city itself, I chose the University of Edinburgh . I applied for the 2023 intake and that was based on me having worked for 2 years after my UG and considering it as a good time to go for my master's. The admission process took about 4-5 months from me applying somewhere in Sept-October 2022 and getting accepted in January 2024. Overall, I'm satisfied with the experience and the exposure I'm getting. The discussions and learning in such an environment are nourishing but a lot of it has to be self-driven to make the most out of it because otherwise the offerings can feel limiting at times....Read More

The overall experience was good as I got the opportunity to study at one of the best universities in the world. At the same time, I also got the opportunity to interact with people from all over the world, learn from them, and developed a life long friendship...Read More

My overall experience at the University of Edinburgh has been incredibly rewarding. The rich academic environment, supportive faculty, and diverse student community have made my time here truly fulfilling. From engaging lectures to meaningful interactions with peers, I've gained valuable knowledge and forged lifelong connections. Overall, it's been a journey of growth and discovery that I'll always cherish....Read More

My overall experience is great. It’s a good learning phase in terms of personal growth. Living abroad alone is challenging but exciting....Read More

This college is a great place to be for a year. It gives you the peaceful college experience. The city shuts down early but is very easy to get used to. the college has a grandeur about it which makes the experience more exciting. Meeting people from so many different cultures is always a great learning as well....Read More

It is going good. Though due to so much pressure, mental health of alot of students is affected and most people take special circumstances and extensions to meet deadlines or improve their performance. It's a challenge to pass courses atleast in my degree program. Most of the people are struggling to just pass. And alot of have applied for special circumstances. It's definitely extremely hard....Read More