Reading Time: 4 minutesby Coby, MSc Carbon Management I am told that I tend to be a bit overly critical of myself — particularly when it comes to my writing abilities. When the pandemic hit in early 2020, I was just beginning to realize that the engineering career I was building for myself was not going to cut […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesBy Natalie, MSc Environment & Development Coming from the US, there are so many similarities between home and Edinburgh, but I’ve found that it’s the little things, the ones you don’t really think about beforehand, that are the biggest differences and require the most adjustment. I’ll just give a few examples to help illustrate what […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesBy Nancy, MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability The time of “New year, new me!” has come. Some of you may be thinking about personal development and considering returning to full-time education for postgraduate study after working full-time for a while. Returning to university can be an opportunity for switching career paths or a step […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesBy Lindsay, Geology and Physical Geography If you’re anything like me, trying to decide what courses to apply for through UCAS was a STRUGGLE. I knew I wanted to get a degree whilst I had the time and didn’t have to worry about the financial burden, however, I had no clue what I actually […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesBy Lindsay, BSc, Geology and Physical Geography Commuting or staying at university is a big choice to make, especially trying to decide what works best for you. Maybe you want to stay at home but have no idea how it works? Will you make your classes in time? Is it worth it financially? I’m […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesBy Kylie, Msc Environment, Culture and Society It’s January and that means Veganuary is finally here! This has to be one of my favourite times of the year, because this is the month where new and limited vegan offerings are released to vegan-curious and vegans alike. It’s like Christmas for all things vegan! As […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesBy Nancy, MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability Christmas is around the corner! Some of you may be heading home and spending time with your family. But in case your home is too far away, like me, or maybe you just want to stay to experience Edinburgh’s Christmas, you may want to read my Christmas Plans […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesBy Izzy, MA (Hons) Geography and Social Anthropology Exams period is notoriously the most difficult time of year, and unfortunately this year my flat and I are all in isolation for finals. But I am going to share with you five my tips which have helped me through the past 4 years of finals […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesBy Nancy, MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability Time really flies in semester 1 for an international student trying to settle down in a new city and strive as a postgraduate student. Here’s a little wrap up of my Semester 1. I hope it may ease your worry if you are exploring to head on the […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesBy Izzy, MA (Hons) Geography and Social Anthropology As I have settled into fourth year, I am currently embarking on the most treacherous task of University life – the dreaded dissertation. When I first joined Edinburgh University, I knew it was coming, however as I am finally here – it seems so surreal! A […]
