Reading time: 2 minutes By Lauren, from Scotland, studying Politics If you can deal with the Scottish weather in the winter months, Edinburgh becomes a winter wonderland over November and December.   Christmas markets A go-to for me is the Christmas Markets – even if you don’t buy anything, the vibes of watching people ice skate on George Street, the […]

Reading time: 3 minutes By Eva, Spanish and American raised in the Netherlands, studying MSc Management  Leaving home behind to go to university isn’t always easy, especially for international students whose homes aren’t a quick bus or train ride away. Personally, I didn’t suffer homesickness as much (don’t tell my parents 😉) because I grew up considering many countries […]

Reading time: 4 minutes By Carl, postgraduate online learner   Moving to online learning was quite a change for me after being used to the routine of in-person classes. At first, it felt strange not making the daily trip to campus or having chats with friends before lectures. However, studying online offered a completely different way of learning, giving me […]

Reading time: 5 minutes By Lauren, fourth-year Politics student from Scotland So, the Welcome Week buzz is over, and reality has begun to set in – you’re now at university, in Edinburgh, and studying for a degree that you’ve been working towards! Whether you’re coming to university for the first time or continuing your studies, the nerves about settling […]

Reading time: 6 minutes By Eva, Spanish and American raised in the Netherlands, studying MSc Management  Moving to a new country can seem like a daunting experience. However, you will soon realise it is one of the most rewarding and exciting opportunities! I moved from the Netherlands to Scotland four years ago for my undergraduate degree, and although I […]

Reading time: 4 minutes By Lauren, fourth-year Politics student from Scotland Coming to university can be an overwhelming experience – suddenly, you are in a new city, surrounded by new people, and facing new experiences and challenges. When I joined the University in 2021, I felt a lot of anxiety around Welcome Week as I felt like I needed […]

Reading time: 4 minutes By Lauren, fourth-year Politics student from Scotland When coming to university, one of the main things I was worried about was making friends, connecting with other people, and how to keep those relationships. Moving from a small town in Scotland to Edinburgh really posed a challenge, as I felt overwhelmed by the number of different […]

Reading time: 3 minutes By Isa, from Texas U.S.A., studying Developmental Science (MSc) As an avid coffee fan, I’ve spent a good deal of time trying coffee shops all around Edinburgh. This is a list of some of my favorites, in no particular order! I’ll talk a little about their coffee and whether or not they provide an ideal […]