Reading time: 2 minutesBy Bliss, from England, studying Psychology and Business MA (Hons) So, you’ve just finished the Open Day. Now what? Before you leave Edinburgh, here are a few places I recommend you visit. The city has plenty to offer outside the university.  Explore Grassmarket and Old Town Central campus is only a 10 minute walk from […]

Reading time: 5 minutesBy Maisie, Michael and Tymofii Attending a university Open Day is often the first step in picturing yourself as a student, and getting there can be a story in itself. Whether you are travelling from nearby, across the country, or just across the city, the journey is all part of the experience. To help you […]

Reading time: 2 minutesBy Aagoon, from India, studying Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science When I first arrived, I was excited – but after a few days of living on toast, pasta, and Tesco meal deals, the excitement wore off just a little. That’s when I knew: it was time for a proper grocery quest. I needed real flavour, a […]

Reading time: 4 minutesBy Alice, from the UK, studying MA History Year of Study: Fourth year undergraduate Accommodation Type: Private   Part-time job: Student Ambassador Day one  As I am in my fourth and final year at the University, my workload has been quite intense. Though I also have one day of classes per week, I spend most of my […]

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Tymofii, from Ukraine/Scotland, studying LLB Global Law Year of study: First year undergraduate Accommodation type: Living at home with parents  Day one Mondays are always a bit of a reset for me. I had a 10am lecture, so I made breakfast at home before heading to campus. I could have made coffee at home, […]

Reading time: 4 minutesBy Brandon, from the UK, studying MA Geography and Archaeology Year of Study: Fourth year undergraduate Accommodation: Private Rent  Part-time Job: Student Ambassador  Day one  At the start of the week, as I have a day without any classes, I always try to do my weekly shop and cook some food to have throughout the rest […]

Reading time: 4 minutesBy Ailís, from Ireland, studying BSc Environmental Geoscience Year of study: Third year Undergraduate Accommodation type: Privately rented flat with one flatmate  Part-time job: Freelance Youth Consultant. I work remotely for both the Co-op Foundation and Scottish Fair Trade. I find this works great for me around my studies, but the hours are very variable, […]

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Laura, from Hungary/Scotland, studying Mathematical Physics  Year of study: Third year undergraduate  Accommodation type: University self-catered  Part-time job: Resident Assistant, Library Assistant, Student Ambassador    Day one I always plan my meals and budget on a monthly basis. On the first weekend after receiving my monthly loan, I take the shopping list to Sainsbury’s […]