Reading time: 3 minutesBy Gia, from India, studying MSc Global Mental Health and Society.  Moving from India to Edinburgh in my mid-20s was daunting and deeply rewarding. As someone who’s walked this path, here’s what I wish I had known before arriving: practical tips, cultural insights, and advice to help you feel prepared and at home.  Social life […]

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Lydia, from the USA, studying MSc Intellectual History.  Hi everyone! My name is Lydia! I am a current postgraduate student in the Intellectual History programme, from the United States. When I moved to Edinburgh, I had never been before, knew no one, and had no idea where to start finding community.   I had […]

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Alice, from Taiwan, studying MSc in Banking Innovation and Risk Analytics.  Hello everyone! I’m Alice from Taiwan, studying for an MSc in Banking Innovation and Risk Analytics at Edinburgh Business School. As an international student, adapting to life in a new city can be challenging at times. Taking day trips is one of the […]

Reading time: 4 minutesBy Sanchita, from India, studying MSc Human Resource Management Hello, fellow explorers! I’m Sanchita, an Indian student living in the beautiful, historic, and sometimes freezing city of Edinburgh. One of the best things about studying here (apart from the University of Edinburgh’s library, which is where you will find me the night before an assignment) […]

Reading time: 3 minutesBy Krishi, from Glasgow, studying Chemistry This blog is about my experience at a summer school I attended on behalf of the School of Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh, held at the South China University of Technology situated in the beautiful city of Guangzhou in China. SCUT Global Engineering Summer School 2024 I had […]

Reading time: 2 minutesBy Nefertiti, from Indonesia, studying Chemical Engineering  It’s me and my girls’ time! Every year I get excited for my Galentine’s plan and this year I am going to Manchester for the first time to meet up with my high school friends who are studying in various parts of the UK.   Lean into your […]

Reading time: 2 minutesBy Zi Yu, from Malaysia, studying Electronics and Computer Science  Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or just enjoying the day solo, there are plenty of ways to make 14 February special without spending a fortune. Here are some fun, affordable, and even free ways to celebrate at university.  Dinner together Personally, I would […]

Reading time: 4 minutesBy Abigail, from Scotland, studying Biological Sciences (Immunology) This Valentine’s Day, we’re focusing on platonic and self-love! If you’re looking for advice on how to make friends, improve your relationships, and look after yourself, this is the blog for you! Meeting people at university  Making friends at university can be tough – it’s not easy to put yourself out there. Luckily, […]