Study Abroad brochure - University of Edinburgh

Study Abroad &
Summer School
in Edinburgh
www.ed.ac.uk/study-abroad
www.summerschool.ed.ac.uk
CHOOSE
EDINBURGH
About
the city
We are one of the world’s top 20
universities, based in one of the world’s
most desirable cities. Edinburgh has
something for everyone.
Edinburgh has been an inspiration to
artists and writers for centuries; it was
named the world’s first UNESCO City of
Literature, in recognition of the city’s
rich literary heritage.
You’ll be joining a student community
of more than 33,000 students, with
more than a third of those coming from
outside the UK. We are home to students
from over 140 countries.
Ranking
The University’s reputation is based on
the quality of its teaching and research.
The recently announced 2014 UK
Research Excellence Framework results
show that Edinburgh’s research is world
leading and we are rated 1st in Scotland
and 4th in the UK for the quality and
scope of our research.
What do our students say?
Consistently rated by our students as a
great place to study.
Each year 94% -96% of students say
they would recommend Edinburgh.
96% of study abroad students were
satisfied or very satisfied by their
experience in Edinburgh.
See how we have responded to student
feedback: www.ed.ac.uk/same-page
Student societies
With over 250 student you’ll have access
to a fantastic range of extracurricular
activities to develop your interests, make
friends and socialise.
Sports facilities
Edinburgh is Scotland’s premier sporting
University. There are 64 sports clubs
encompassing
fencing to skydiving;horse riding to
ice hockey. Our world-class facilities
comprise gyms, residential outdoor
activities, a swimming pool, playing
fields and the leading sports injuries
clinic in the country.
www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/
sport-exercise
Support
You’ll have academic, admissions and
social support at every stage – from
first enquiry, application and academic
advice to arrival and orientation. Once
you’re registered,support services for
students from health, libraries, IT, careers
and training are at your disposal.
www.ed.ac.uk/students
A singularly beautiful city Edinburgh’s
medieval Old Town and its neoclassical
New Town are protected as UNESCO
World Heritage Centres. It’s the
juxtaposition of these two different
structures – each with its own
exceptional historical significance and
their contrasting architectural styles
which makes Edinburgh’s cityscape
arresting and unique.
YOUR STUDY
OPTIONS
STUDY ABROAD
• Study one semester or a full year
• Select from a huge range of courses
• University accommodation
guaranteed
• Support and orientation to help you
get settled in
• Credit transfer to your home
University
What about EXCHANGES?
Check with your College or School
Counsellor to see if your home
University is one of Edinburgh’s
partners, and you could spend a
semester or a year in Edinburgh.
Student photographs of the city:
www.facebook.com/
photocompetitionUoE
Edinburgh & culture
The city attracts more than 13 million
visitors each year, many of them
flocking to the city in the summer to
attend the Edinburgh Fringe Festival,
the largest arts festival in the world. The
Fringe is just one of 12 annual festivals,
testament to Edinburgh’s reputation as
a world centre for the arts and culture.
PARLIAMENTARY
PROGRAMME
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www.ed.ac.uk/about/city
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Scottish weather
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Many people have the impression
that Edinburgh is a cold and wet
place. In fact, Edinburgh has less
annual rainfall than New York and
Rome, and has a varied, temperate
climate, just a degree or two cooler
than London. In the winter, snow is
rare and the temperature rarely dips
below freezing during the day. In the
summertime temperatures are between
18–24°C/65–75°F.
Travel in Europe
Edinburgh is an ideal base from which
to explore Scotland, the rest of the UK
and other cultural capitals of Europe.
You can escape to Loch Ness, Loch
Lomond or the Isle of Skye in just a few
hours by train or car, or take advantage
of cheap, direct lights to European
cities.
Imagine what you could do at a
world-leading university that is
globally recognised for its teaching,
research and innovation:
www.ed.ac.uk/
undergraduate/imagine
STUDY ABROAD
& EXCHANGES
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At Edinburgh you’ll be taught alongside
students who enrolled on full degree
courses in Edinburgh across 19 different
schools. This means you have the
same range of course choice as a local
student.
Study in Semester 1 or 2
Choose from a range of courses
Act as an intern for a Member of
Scottish Parliament (MSP)
University accommodation
guaranteed
Support and orientation to help you
get settled in
Credit transfer to your home
University
Summer programme available
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Choose from a unique portfolio of
courses
Be in Edinburgh during the festival
Accommodation arranged and
included
A vibrant social programme
Archaeology
Geography
Architecture
& Landscape
Architecture
Health in Social
Science
Art
Artificial
Intelligence
SUMMER SCHOOL
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SUBJECT AREAS
Chat to us
Talk to a member of staff in the
International Office about options,
application, facilities and support:
www.ed.ac.uk/chat-to-us
Great quality of
courses and University
services, great student
atmosphere and
activities: I would
definitely recommend
this University to
anyone!
Asian Studies
Erasmus exchange student from France,
2013-14
Applying
To apply you will be asked to provide
a personal statement, and academic
reference and an official transcript from
your home institution.
Astronomy
History of Art
History
Informatics
Biochemistry
Biological
Sciences
Language
Sciences
Biology
Law
Business
Mathematics
Celtic & Scottish
Studies
Mechanical
Engineering
Chemical
Engineering
Meteorology
Civil Engineering
Classics
Cognitive
Science
Music
Pharmacology
Philosophy
Physics
Physiology
Plant Science
You can apply online:
Computer
Science
www.ed.ac.uk/study-abroad/apply
Design
Psychology
Fees
Divinity
Scottish History
Earth Science
Social
Anthropology
Check costs of our Study Abroad
programme online:
www.ed.ac.uk/study-abroad/apply
Ecological &
Environmental
Ecology
Immigration
Economics
You many require a visa to study in
Edinburgh. Check requirements online:
Education
www.ed.ac.uk/immigration
Electrical
Engineering
Housing
English
Literature
There is a wide range of
accommodation to choose from,
including self-catering flats, ensuite
rooms, private study bedrooms and
halls of residence with a full meal plan.
www.accom.ed.ac.uk
European
Languages &
Cultures
SUMMER
SCHOOL
We offer qualified undergraduates the
opportunity to carry out research at
the Scottish Parliament, supervised by
Members of the Scottish Parliament
(MSPs). You can take part in either of
two fifteen-week sessions, from early
September or from mid-January. There
is also the option of a 9 week summer
programme.
We’ve just launched a brand new
Summer School, offering students the
chance to choose from a unique range
of courses to join in with a vibrant
social programme and stay in the heart
of the city during the summer when
Edinburgh plays host to the world’s
largest Arts festival.
International
Relations
Islamic & Middle
Eastern Studies
Chemistry
PARLIAMENTARY
PROGRAMME
Politics
Sociology
Software
Engineering
South Asian
Studies
I am so grateful that
I got this experience
to work in the Scottish
Parliament. You are so
close to real politics.
I drafted 3 speeches,
submitted work in
the MSP’s name and
researched things
that he then relayed
in chamber. I am
very happy with my
experience. Scotland is
an amazing place, and I
will definitely be back.
Larissa Caton, interning for Hanzala
Malik MSP, Scottish Labour Party, 2014
Apply and find out more about the
Parliamentary Programme online:
www.ed.ac.uk/study-abroad/
parliamentary-programme
A wide range of courses
Our courses range from economics,
politics and business to literature,
drama and education, all designed
to offer you unique and interesting
subjects. Some even include and
internship to make the summer in
Edinburgh an unforgettable and career
enhancing experience.
Social programme
A summer in Edinburgh isn’t just about
your studies – it’s about being inspired,
challenged and growing as a person.
As a part of the programme we offer
social activities so you can experience
Edinburgh’s vibrant culture.
Our itinerary will include the best of
Edinburgh – arts, music, a climb up
Arthur’s Seat, a ceilidh dance, trips,
tours and parties.
Your summer of
opportunities
You can browse courses, find out more
information about the programme and
facilities, and apply online.
www.summerschool.ed.ac.uk
Sports Science
Zoology
STUDY ABROAD
& EXCHANGES
www.ed.ac.uk/study-abroad
PARLIAMENTARY
PROGRAMME
www.ed.ac.uk/study-abroad/
parliamentary-programme
SUMMER
SCHOOL
www.summerschool.ed.ac.uk
Main image by Yao Hui
Photography by Paul Dodds and Yao Hui
© The University of Edinburgh 2014
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