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Student Stories

Student Stories

Blogs and vlogs from students of the University of Edinburgh

Tag: International Students

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Reading time: 4 minutes By Obinna, from Nigeria, studying a PhD in Energy Systems  My name is Obinna and I’m from Nigeria. I did a PhD in Energy Systems at the University of Edinburgh between 2015 and 2019. It was more specifically around Power Systems engineering. After my PhD, I went on into industry and started a job as […]

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Reading time: 5 minutes by Trecia, from Jamaica, studying Biomedical Sciences (PhD) My name is Trecia. I’m from the nice, tropical Caribbean island of Jamaica and I’m a medical doctor by training. I’m based at the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at The Queen’s Medical Research Institute, and the focus of my research is to create nanoparticles and […]

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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 […]

Eva posing outside.

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 […]

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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 […]

Student Eva stands in front of Scottish landscape

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 […]

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Reading time: 3 minutes by Qixuan, from China, studying International Relations and International Law The last lecture of the semester wraps up, and the long, blissful stretch of summer lies ahead. It’s a time filled with endless possibilities, but what to do with it? This blog hopes to share some insights and ideas that might help you make the […]

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Reading time: 2 minutes …by Jiaxi, from China, studying Cyber Security Privacy and Trust Choosing to study at the University of Edinburgh was a pivotal step in my academic journey. As an international student in a one-year Master’s program, securing the right accommodation was essential. University-provided housing offers a wealth of information online and support for international students, making […]

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