…by Jana / from Germany / studied at The University of Edinburgh on exchange as part of ERASMUS+ Internationality and the University of Edinburgh – these two go hand in hand. An idea that caught me right when I typed Edinburgh University into my web search for the first time that has now turned into … More Meeting the World…
…by Riho / from Japan / studied at The University of Edinburgh between 2018-2019 on exchange Edinburgh is full of museums – you’ll never get tired of visiting them, since there are a lot! But of all the museums in Edinburgh, the National Museum of Scotland is the most famous. Today, I would like to … More Exploring the National Museum of Scotland – 10 Things You Can’t Miss…
…by Paige / from United States of America + Canada / studying Linguistics and studied at The University of Edinburgh on exchange Often our preconceptions of a city are associated with its climate. I have experienced first hand that this is indeed true. I can tell you as a native Californian that I am questioned … More It Snows in Scotland?…
…by Jana / from Germany / studied at The University of Edinburgh on exchange as part of ERASMUS+ After Christmas, I came back to a quiet Edinburgh. Winter break here means an abandoned campus, free choice of seat in your favourite coffee shop and an empty hallway in my usually busy twelve people apartment. I … More Happy Hogmany!…
…by Jana / from Germany / studied at The University of Edinburgh on exchange as part of ERASMUS+ …much more than a word. It is a feeling. Filled with excitement and the thrill of a new beginning. It’s being invited. Invited to come and stay and to share your story. It means being allowed to … More “Welcome” is…
…by Bérengère / from France / PhD Psychiatry / 5th Year DISCLAIMER: I know I am very privileged here. I’ve been unbelievably lucky to even get this choice and I know most people looking into a PhD can’t afford to make the choice I did. The point of this post is the following: when I … More Feelings vs Funding…
…by Riho / from Japan / studied at The University of Edinburgh between 2018-2019 on exchange Hi, my name is Riho Sayama. I am an exchange student from Japan. My major at Japanese university is political science, but here in Edinburgh I am studying social policy, social work and Scottish studies! This is my very … More Day Trip to St Andrews…
…by Riho / from Japan / studied at The University of Edinburgh between 2018-2019 on exchange Argument on the number of castles in Scotland is controversial, but how many castles would you think there are? The estimate (we can’t even count properly) says it varies wildly from 2000 to 4000. Wow, this honestly surprised me a … More Scottish Castles You Should Visit…
…by Phoebe / from Scotland / studying French and Business / 3rd Year (UG) In Lyon I am met with the day-to-day challenge of thinking in a foreign language in almost everything I do; not only are lectures and tutorials in French, but simple activities such as grocery shopping, socializing and asking for directions all … More A day in the life of a year abroad student…
…by Fiona / from Australia / studying Fashion / 4th year (UG) One of the best parts about Edinburgh University is the early summer break up. Spending from mid-May til mid-September doing whatever you choose; whether that’s an internship or a four month Euro trip; they’re both socially acceptable. The worst part about my summer… … More The Last University Summer…
