1. The University of Edinburgh An Introduction www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh

2. www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh Established 1583 12,500 + staff 35,000 + students from 140 countries Research UK no. ? Scotland no. ? REF 2014 World no. ? QS World Uni Rankings 2015 ?% Graduate employment Sport UK no.? Scotland no.? BUCS 2015 Festival City Name them! The University of Edinburgh Facts and Figures Established ? ??,??? + students from ??? countries World no. 21 QS World Uni Rankings 2015 Research UK no.4 Scotland no.1 REF 2014 Sport UK no.3 Scotland no.1 BUCS 2015 93.4% Graduate employment ??,??? + staff

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4. College Approx. First Year Intake Humanities & Social ScienceWhich Medicine & Veterinary Medicineis Science & Engineeringbiggest? The College system www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh College Approx. First Year Intake Humanities & Social Science3300 Medicine & Veterinary Medicine450 Science & Engineering1700

5. www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh The Scottish Undergraduate Degree Typical degree programme is 4 years Scotland’s degree structure offers: BREADTH in early years of study DEPTH in later years FLEXIBILITY within study Can try something new, may be possible to switch degree programme Some offer advanced entry, flexible entry routes, and professional accreditation Scottish universities’ UG MA = BA Hons Typically study over two semesters rather than three terms – Exams before Christmas

6. 1st Year entry Honours Degree Masters e.g. MEng, MSci, MMath, MChem Example degree structure* See individual university/degree web pages for details 2nd Year entry 2 nd year entry is mainly an option in the sciences, art and design. Contact the school before applying for this. www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh Year 1 Choose subjects 3 per semester Usually - main subject joint honours other Arts/ Science subjects Year 2 Choose subjects 3 per semester Usually - main subject joint honours other Arts/ Science subjects Year 3 Specialise in chosen degree subject(s) Specialist courses to suit interests Semester or year abroad? Year 4 Specialist courses to suit interests Dissertation or project? Year 5 Undergraduate Masters degree Project, industrial or overseas placement Specialist courses to suit interests * Not for professional degrees

7. Taught Masters –Mostly 1 year - full 12 months Masters by Research –Mostly 1 year – full 12 months PhD –3 years on paper, typically 4 in reality! Difference of UK PG study –Intensity – equivalent to full time work –Self-directed learning –Comparatively favourable student support systems Our Postgraduate Degrees www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh

8. Located close to key learning resources –National Library of Scotland –National Archives of Scotland –National Museums & Galleries Established links with professions & industry Excellent reputation for teaching & research - over 80% academic staff active in research State of the art facilities Staff undertake world-leading research but remain approachable Excellent learning environment www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh

9. Personal Tutor (UG and some PG) On campus doctors surgery, dentist and opticians EUSA Advice Place Careers Service Student Disability Service Counselling Service Bursaries Residence assistants, wardens and student life team in halls Support and welfare www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh

10. Population around 500,000, students make up over one tenth Regularly tops polls as one of the best UK cities to live in World’s first UNESCO City of Literature UNESCO World Heritage Sites 12 annual festivals Café culture Easy to get out to the countryside or travel further afield “Edinburgh isn’t so much a city, more a way of life... I doubt I’ll ever tire of exploring Edinburgh, on foot or in print.” Ian Rankin, best selling crime writer and University of Edinburgh alumnus The City of Edinburgh www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh

11. Cosmopolitan Study abroad 4 Student Union buildings Around 250 student societies Volunteering service Over 60 Sports Clubs Intra-mural Sports – Just for fun! Lots more! The student experience www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh

12. Over 4,000 first-year students live in University accommodation Centrally located – easy access to teaching facilities and city centre All rents include: central heating, regular cleaning and personal contents insurance Bedrooms have access to all internal and external internet services Guarantee Most overseas (non-EU) students are guaranteed an offer of accommodation EU postgrads not guaranteed a place but likely to receive an offer if desired Private accommodation Plenty available across the city – use your own experiences Accommodation www.ed.ac.uk applyedinburgh