Online study
Scottish Global Access programmes do not require a UK student visa. You study from your home country. Campus remains Old College, Edinburgh — this is not a claim that there is no Scottish campus.
Office of Admissions
Who needs immigration guidance, and what Edinburgh can support after a campus offer.
The University of Edinburgh on edinac.uk welcomes students worldwide. Immigration support is offered only to applicants who are accepted on an Edinburgh campus pathway at Old College. Online Scottish Global Access students stay in their country and do not need a UK student visa. We describe university support — not a guaranteed visa outcome.
Scottish Global Access programmes do not require a UK student visa. You study from your home country. Campus remains Old College, Edinburgh — this is not a claim that there is no Scottish campus.
On-campus degree pathways at Edinburgh, Scotland may require a Student visa. The university provides guidance after a formal campus offer — visa decisions remain with UK government authorities.
Visa and entry decisions are made solely by UK government authorities. The University of Edinburgh is not an immigration adviser and does not guarantee visa approval. Our International Student Office supports document preparation and orientation after a campus offer is accepted.
Follow the step-by-step checklist for passport upload, financial evidence, and arrival planning.
Questions? Contact the International Student Office