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Student Stories

Student Stories

Blogs and vlogs from students of the University of Edinburgh

Tag: International Students

Ian stands wearing a doctor's white coat

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Ian, from Kenya, studying Family Medicine (Online Learning) Two years ago, when I enrolled in Family Medicine, I would have hardly thought it would have had such a profound impact on my personal growth. Having worked in a Kenyan hospital with a few family doctors, I had a reasonable expectation of what studying this […]

Aisle in an international supermarket in Edinburgh

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 […]

Narayani standing in the Old College quad.

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Narayani, from India – studied LLM Criminal Law and Criminal Justice and graduated in 2024 Choosing Law – and choosing Edinburgh I completed my undergraduate Law degree in India, focused on my country’s domestic legal system, and from the outset I was interested in courtroom advocacy. But I was also curious about legal policy […]

Narayani stands in front of a sign for the Edinburgh Law School.

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Narayani, from India – studied LLM Criminal Law and Criminal Justice and graduated in 2024 Prepare by getting curious If you’re preparing to come to Edinburgh, one thing you can do is be very aware of who is teaching your courses. Just look into the professors: what they work on, what they’ve done previously, […]

Student Omkar stand in front of large lit up Edinburgh letters

Reading time: 2 minutesBy Omkar, from India, studying Advanced Chemical Engineering (MSc) Packing for university as an international student can feel overwhelming. It’s a constant battle between being practical and wanting to take everything you’re familiar with. I remember repacking my suitcases over and over again the week before flying out. Everyone in the family had a go […]

Sri at the beach

Reading time: 4 minutesBy Sri, from India, studying MLA Landscape Architecture.  Hello, I’m Sri, an international student from India in my second year studying Landscape Architecture at the University of Edinburgh. Here’s a bit about my experience with cultural shock and some tips for managing it while adjusting to life in a foreign country. Studying abroad is one of […]

Lauren sitting in the sun by water

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Lauren, from the USA, studying MSc Psychological Research.  Like most international students, I worried about feeling homesick before my move to Edinburgh to start my masters. I knew Edinburgh would feel different from home and I wasn’t sure I’d find community, comfort, and a connection to home.  Finding comfort in food  As a native […]

Pranshi standing in front of Old College at the University of Edinburgh

Reading time: 4 minutesBy Pranshi, from India, studying MSc Accounting and Finance. Stepping into the unknown  Moving to a new country for masters study can be both exciting and intimidating—especially when you’re leaving the comfort of your home, your people, and the world you’ve always known. I still remember the whirlwind of emotions as I prepared to leave […]

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