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University renews partnership with Greyfriars Charteris Centre

09 November, 2026

We are delighted to commit to another 5 years of collaboration with our neighbour, Greyfriars…

Edinburgh College of Art Textiles students designed new cushion covers for Charteris, which are now being sewn together ahead of installation

City-wide school campaign set to inspire next gen of doctors

04 November, 2026

An ambitious campaign is reaching pupils across the capital’s state schools, opening their eyes to…

Group photo of the 'You Can Be A Doctor' Team and school pupil participants

University community scheme is a finalist in Green Gown Awards 2026

05 August, 2026

The University's Community Access to Rooms scheme was recognised in the Benefitting Society…

 A person performs from a script

Sibling Data Cafe finalist at Scottish Event Awards

23 June, 2026

On 30 April, the University’s Sibling Data Cafe public engagement project was a finalist in the…

Voting with ducks at a Sibling Data Cafe

Doors Open Days 2026 at the University of Edinburgh

19 June, 2026

Doors Open Days this year will take place 26-27 September 2026.

Visitors walk about under the ornate ceiling frescos of McEwan Hall

Research Impact Prize recognition for HIV education initiative

05 June, 2026

Dr Dom Cairns-Gibson was highly commended at the University’s Research Impact Prizes 2026 in the…

A photo of Dr Dom Cairns-Gibson

University of Edinburgh expands Changing Places toilets

24 November, 2025

The University of Edinburgh has expanded its provision of specialist Changing Places toilets (CPTs…

Image of Changing Places toilet located in Patersons Land, Moray House

Community Access to Rooms scheme renewed in University’s new Community Plan

07 October, 2025

The University of Edinburgh has committed to extending its Community Access to Rooms scheme for…

The Welcoming is a Scottish charity dedicated to supporting asylum seekers, refugees and migrants in Edinburgh. They use University rooms to provide English language classes for New Scots.

Community Grants scheme continues to empower local change

06 October, 2025

The University of Edinburgh will continue to support community-led projects through its Community…

Leith Sea Cadets use new equipment

Doors Open Days 2025 at the University of Edinburgh

24 July, 2025

Doors Open Days this year will take place 27-28 September 2025. We look forward to welcoming you to…

Hammerbeam ceiling in Rainy Hall, New College.

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