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Postgraduate Life

Postgraduate Life

News and views from the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine's postgraduate community

Two researchers in a laboratory

Our alumni tell us why they studied infectious diseases at Edinburgh and what they have gone on to do since graduating.

Students on our online Infectious Disease masters programmes come from a range of backgrounds and from places all around the world.

Dominic Arthur

PhD researcher Dominic discusses his research journey from an undergraduate focus on immunology to a PhD using network analysis and bioinformatics.

Arish Mudra Rakshasa-Loots

PhD researcher Arish talks about using community engagement to inform research looking at the increased risk of depression in people living with HIV

85% overall satisfaction, Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2023

The survey’s results show high student satisfaction across taught postgraduate programmes at the College.

Students congratulating each other outside McEwan Hall.

We asked today’s graduates if they had any messages to share with each other – to congratulate each other or to recognise their extraordinary achievements.

Close up of three colourful graduation hood designs

When University of Edinburgh students graduate, McEwan Hall is awash with a rainbow of bright colours. But what do these gown and hood colours signify?

Abstract illustration showing a graduation cap, certificate and a briefcase.

There is a wide range of programmes available at the University of Edinburgh, and some of these give you different qualifications. What do these mean?

Composite image combining engraved pictures of William Burke and William Hare

The infamous duo had close links to our very own Anatomical Museum. But did you know these lesser known five facts about the pair?

Online student studying on a sofa at home.

How do you get started with your online learning programme? We asked five graduates to share their tips and advice.

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