Blog by Michael In a time when many students’ youth is marked by the ongoing climate and nature emergencies, we all need to think about how we can live more sustainably. Whilst many of the courses available here at SPS talk about the big, systematic solutions to the climate emergency, …
Blog by Harini With three major assignments due back-to-back in the same week, I had no choice but to test the limits of my stress management and time-balancing skills. Between pulling all-nighters, squeezing in student ambassador shifts, and meal prepping to keep myself fuelled, it was a week that pushed …
Blog by Harini Hello, my name is Harini Satheesh, and I’m thrilled to join the SPS blog as a new writer. Currently in my second year of pursuing a degree in History and Politics, I’ve long been passionate about understanding how nations have interacted across time. My love for history …
Blog by Shirley The Edinburgh Award is one of the most popular programs at our university, with over 30 versions for you to choose from. You might know friends who are currently working on it or have already finished it, or came across it during your first subject information seminar. …
Blog by Martha C Everyone struggles at least a bit in first year, no matter how much fun it seems like your peers are having! Here are a few pointers on how to enjoy and settle yourself into university life, without also getting overwhelmed by your course and a new …
This week we’re joined by guest blogger Alina, who graduated with MA (Hons) in Sociology and Politics this summer. Alina worked as a Peer Learning and Support Coordinator at SPS during third and fourth year, and is here to share everything you need to know about our Peer Assisted Learning …
Blog by Priyanka Whether you are dreading or looking forward to starting back at university in the next couple months, planning what to carry beforehand will make the process easier! Aside from the obvious, like clothes, your laptop or books, Priyanka is here to suggest a few additional items to …
Blog by Ita Whether it’s your very first welcome week or you are a returning student it is a good idea to plan ahead. Welcome Week is a fantastic opportunity to get familiar with what the University has to offer in terms of social and academic life alike. However, it …
Blog by Martha C Hey everyone! I’m Martha and am just going into my second year of studying Politics at Edinburgh. I’m from Essex in the South-East of England, and chose Edinburgh partly because I wanted to go quite far from home for university to experience a totally new city. …
Qixuan shares his suggestions on how spend the summer months in Years 1 and 2 – from work experience to academic credit, volunteering and travel! The last SPS lecture of your first year wraps up, and the long, blissful stretch of summer lies ahead. It’s a time filled with endless …
