What is the relationship between Edinburgh Napier University and Edinburgh University? Edinburgh Napier University and Edinburgh University are two different institutions of higher education, each with unique historical and academic characteristics.

　　 University of Edinburgh ：

History: Edinburgh University, founded in 1583, is one of the sixth oldest universities in English speaking countries.

Academic strength: The University of Edinburgh is world-renowned for its excellent and diversified teaching and research. It is one of the most competitive and difficult universities in Scotland, with an admission rate of only 8% - 10%. In the latest UK official research ranking REF (Research Excellence Framework 2014), the University of Edinburgh ranks 4th in the UK.

International cooperation: In 2016, the University of Edinburgh and Zhejiang University jointly established the ZJU-UoE Institute of Zhejiang University Edinburgh University in Haining, Zhejiang, to carry out dual degree biomedical undergraduate education.

In the European version of the 2025 World University Ranking, the University of Edinburgh ranks sixth. ‌

　　 Edinburgh Napier University ：

History: Edinburgh Napier University, founded in 1964, is one of the public comprehensive universities in Scotland. It qualified as a university in 1992.

Academic strength: Edinburgh Napier University has particularly strong strength in business, engineering, journalism and publishing, photography and film, biology and health science, computer and information technology. According to the 2021QS World University Ranking, Edinburgh Napier University ranks 601-800 in the world. In the 2021Times University ranking, it ranks 9th in Scotland and 63rd in the UK.

Employment rate of graduates: Edinburgh Napier University has a high employment rate of graduates. 80% of the courses of the university are vocational courses, focusing on practical ability. According to the British Higher Education Statistics Office, the employment rate of graduates from Edinburgh Napier University in 2018 remains at the leading level of 95%.

To sum up, although both Edinburgh University and Edinburgh Napier University are located in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, they are different in history, academic strength and international reputation. Edinburgh University is famous for its long history and excellent academic research, while Edinburgh Napier University is recognized for its modern educational facilities and high employment rate.

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