Informatics

Information for applicants and offer holders to postgraduate taught programmes in the School of Informatics

Welcome from Professor Helen Hastie, Head of School of Informatics

We're delighted you have applied to study with us here in the School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh!

Edinburgh is one of the best places in the world to study Informatics - we're the largest centre in Europe and currently ranked 4th in the UK and 20th in the world (QS World Rankings by Subject 2024).

We're based in the heart of Scotland's beautiful capital city, regularly ranked as one of the most desirable places to live in the world. 

By joining our School you will part of our vibrant and diverse community where you will find a world of opportunities awaiting you. From engaging classes led by dedicated faculty to countless extracurricular activities, clubs, and organisations, there's something here for everyone.

You'll be choosing from our extensive catalogue of exciting courses. We have strong industry connections and dedicated careers support which means you're well prepared for employment or academic research.

We've offered you a place here because we believe that you have the potential to achieve great things and we're here to help you unlock that potential.

We look forward to meeting you online, either at a virtual session or in our Discord group for Informatics offer holders, and we hope to welcome you as a student here with us in September.

 

Professor Helen Hastie, Head of School of Informatics
Professor Helen Hastie, Head of School of Informatics
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Here in the School of Informatics postgraduate students are an important part of our community.

Tutor and Student at the informatics forum

Key information about your programme, including programme structure and content

Informatics quick links

Explore your future career options and meet our alumni

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Events for applicants and offer holders

Getting your money to us

Scholarships for Informatics students

What happens next?

If you receive an offer from us, we'd love for you to join us as a postgraduate student in September.  

Please read your offer letter carefully and follow the instructions on how to accept the offer using your Applicant Hub. 

Accepting your offer