UoEdinburgh MSc Theoretical Physics

I was personally driven by univeraity reputation, academic bona fides of proffesors and a very customizable course structure that included business studies along with lab exposure, a perfect balance....Read More

PhD admission + funding. I was on a full scholarship. The admission process was smooth once the funding was achieved. The research admin staff was quite supportive....Read More

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

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

I enjoyed it as much as I could, not just in the area of academics but also opposed me generally living my life in Edinburgh....Read More