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Student Stories

Student Stories

Blogs and vlogs from students of the University of Edinburgh

Sanchita stands leaning against a low stone wall. She is smiling at the camera.

Reading time: 4 minutes By Sanchita, from India, studying MSc Accounting and Finance 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) […]

Natalia at the top of a hill on a windy day.

Reading time: 3 minutes By Natalia, from Poland, studied a PhD in Geology and Geophysics Hi, my name is Natalia. I graduated with a PhD in November so I’m fresh out of the University. I did my doctorate on pterosaurs, so Palaeontology. Pterosaurs are weird, flying creatures from the Jurassic period. I’m currently working as a museum curator and […]

A student sits in a restaurant eating a meal.

Reading time: 2 minutes By Andria, from Taiwan, studying Medicine Hello, I’m Andria, a first-year medical student at Edinburgh Medical School from Taiwan. Here’s a bit about my experience (and some top tips) for managing a part-time job while studying medicine. Starting university is a big transition, not just academically and socially, but also financially. Managing your expenses, including […]

A student stands infront of a river, posing for the camera.

Reading time: 2 minutes By Freiza, from Vienna, studying Biomedical Sciences My name is Freiza and I am a final year Biomedical Sciences student, currently working on my dissertation. Here is what a typical week-day looks like for me! 8.00 Usually, I start my day by waking up at 8am. Depending on whether or not I have a 9am […]

A student stands, posing for the camera infront of a sign that reads Liebe.

Reading time: 3 minutes By Freiza, from Vienna, studying Biomedical Sciences Arriving in Edinburgh for the first time, I was extremely nervous as I’d never been there before. However, the more I explored and experienced the city, the more I realised how incredible it is, and it has become one of my favourite cities in the world. Thinking about […]

Marzia holding a crocodile.

Reading time: 3 minutes By Marzia, from Italy, studying Biological Sciences (Ecology) During my first year, I applied to the Go Abroad Fund, and my successful application allowed me to spend one month in South Africa, in the Kwazulu-Natal region.   During my time there I joined two ongoing field studies, joining a team formed by professionals and other students […]

A student sitting on the grass within the Old College Quad on a sunny day.

Reading time: 2 minutes By Omkar, from India, studying MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering. I’m currently pursuing my Master’s which I started in September 2024. Prior to this, I completed my Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering in Mumbai, India, and worked for three years before deciding to further my education in the UK. In this blog, I want to share my […]

A student smiling for the camera.

Reading time: 3 minutes By Kimberly, from the USA, studying MSc Advanced Sustainable Design. I’m a postgraduate student from New York. I studied Urban Planning in my undergraduate, decided to work for a few years and I’m currently doing an MSc Advanced Sustainable Design at the University of Edinburgh. A Masters is definitely a step up from undergraduate and […]

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