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We’re consistently ranked one of the top 50 universities in the “You are now in a place where the best Top th world. We’re 20 in courses upon earth are within your the 2021 QS World University Rankings. reach… such an opportunity you will 50 never again have.” Thomas Jefferson American Founding Father and President, speaking to his son-in-law Thomas Mann Randolph as he began 19 TH 4TH his studies here in 1786 We're ranked 19th We’re ranked in the world's fourth in the UK most international for research power, universities‡. Since based on the 2014 2010, we have taught Research Excellence students from 160 Framework.† countries.

We’re ranked in the top 10 in the UK and in the Top top 100 in the world for the employability of our 100 graduates.§ 7 TH 19 Edinburgh is ranked There are 19 Nobel the seventh best Prize winners who student city in Europe are alumni of the and 15th in the world.* University or who have been members of academic staff here.

Online leader Edinburgh is one of the largest providers of online postgraduate programmes in the UK.

‡ Times Higher Education, The World's Most International Universities 2020 † Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions § Times Higher Education, Global Employability University Ranking 2019 * QS Best Student Cities 2019 02 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 03 Open to a world of possibilities

The University of Edinburgh has been a constant in our complex, fast-changing world for more than 400 years. The global society faces significant challenges but we’re confident education will play a vital role solving those problems and we relish our shared responsibility to respond to them.

It’s something our community has always done. Together, we’ve expanded the depth of human knowledge and improved the lives of ordinary people. Research conducted here led to the discovery of chloroform anaesthesia, the Higgs boson particle and in-vitro fertilisation. Our academics, students and alumni discovered carbon dioxide, led the Scottish Enlightenment laying the foundations of contemporary thought, developed a genetically engineered vaccine against Hepatitis B, and identified the SARS Coronavirus. We have long enjoyed a spirit of innovation and collaboration and continue to do so today. We are proudly open to everyone, bringing people with new outlooks and perspectives together in an international community that is establishing the data capital of Europe, tackling climate change and paving the way for new fertility treatments. Our scientists are seeking cures for cancer, repurposing drugs to improve treatments for the Covid-19 Coronavirus and contributing to the global search for a vaccine. Together, we are open to the world today so we can influence the world tomorrow. 04 www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 05 The Edinburgh experience Global

The University of Edinburgh is open to the world – our large, connections diverse, global community includes more than 41,000 Our ambitious global engagement students studying in more than 150 academic disciplines. plan aims to provide world-class experiences for our students and ensures the teaching and research We're currently working through the • the University Collection of Historical we deliver offers global benefits. implications of the Covid-19 Coronavirus and Musical Instruments, one of the world’s we'll keep you updated online as our plans for most important collections of musical 2021 develop. Whether you're studying on heritage spanning 500 years and 5,000 campus, by hybrid learning or fully online, objects; and Worldwide links We collaborate with a host of your postgraduate experience here will be • the University’s Anatomy Museum, which world-leading institutions in fields supported and enhanced by the wealth of first opened in 1884 and hosts a wealth of as diverse as e-science, engineering, resources and opportunities we offer. unique anatomical objects. life and medical sciences, and arts and culture. Our partners include: Quality teaching and research All our postgraduates benefit from our Industry links and innovation • California Institute of Technology inspiring research culture. The academics Edinburgh was one of the first UK universities • Fudan University involved in your teaching and learning are to develop commercial links with industry, • KU Leuven leaders in their fields and although the government and the professions. Our • Leiden University emphasis at postgraduate level is very much commercialisation service, Edinburgh • National University of Singapore on independent study, support from our Innovations (EI), leads our activities in • Peking University teaching staff is always on hand. The University industry engagement, business development • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to delivering high-quality, and enterprise support. It has helped launch • University College Dublin innovative teaching. The latest report from more than 500 companies since 1967. • University of Amsterdam the Quality Assurance Agency awarded us the EI can help you take your first step to market, • University of Copenhagen highest rating possible for the quality of the whether through starting a business or • University of Delhi student learning experience. through collaborative research, licensing your discoveries or providing consultancy services. • University of Helsinki • University of Sydney Outstanding facilities • University of Toronto You will have access to a wealth of teaching Social scene • Zhejiang University. and learning spaces and study resources: We have more than 280 student societies • 10 libraries, including the third largest covering sport, music, drama and the arts. We have five Regional Centres in Latin academic library in Europe, four million Several international and multicultural America, Southeast Asia, South Asia, printed volumes and an extensive societies offer support settling in and help North America and East Asia, which support digital collection; you meet new friends. If you're able to come to Edinburgh, you’ll enjoy life in a vibrant, engagement with students, academics • state-of-the-art laboratories and world- historic city with the mountains and beaches and alumni. leading analytical facilities, including a of Scotland on your doorstep: 1.5km deep subsurface biology laboratory, www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/societies We’re also a member of the global research an Eco Diamond HK36 small aircraft for network Universitas 21, and the European measuring trace gases at 3,000 metres, and Sporting excellence networks COIMBRA group, as well as UNICA, the FloWave Ocean Energy Research Facility We've long been recognised as one of the LERU, and UNA Europa. for simulating wave and tidal current UK's leading sporting universities, consistently interactions – the largest of its kind finishing in the top four of the British Global Academies in Europe – to name but a few; Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Our Global Academies in health, • the University’s Centre for Research rankings. On campus, Edinburgh University development, environment, food security, Collections, one of the most important Sports Union has 64 sports clubs and more and justice bring together research expertise resources of its kind in the world, than 160 intramural teams offering something from the University community and beyond encompassing rare books, Shakespeare for everyone. Our clubs offer you a place to to tackle global challenges such as climate first editions, oriental manuscripts, learn new skills, have fun, and to belong. change, poverty, the spread of epidemics and architectural drawings, paintings, Our world-class facilities have been regularly cross-border injustices. Global Academies sculpture, photography and, much more; used by visiting international teams and we are a gateway to online and on-campus interdisciplinary postgraduate programmes • Europe’s foremost clinical research imaging often host local, national and international events. We’re proud to be open to and aimed at anyone interested in addressing facility alongside the world-leading Scottish the major global issues of our time: Centre for Regenerative Medicine, and supportive of everyone, from gym and global.ed.ac.uk/global-academies one of the UK’s largest state-of-the-art recreational users to performance athletes teaching hospitals; following the footsteps of our Olympian alumni. Sir Chris Hoy and Dame Katherine • the University’s Talbot Rice Gallery and Grainger, for example, both developed their the Tent Gallery at Edinburgh College talents at Edinburgh. of Art host a range of contemporary art exhibitions throughout the year; 06 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 07

“Edinburgh attracts the best and Open the brightest. My cohort was an especially strong group of highly eager learners from all walks of the to you educational field, many of whom I still call friends and consult now.”

Michael Sean Gallagher, USA MSc Digital Education (Online Learning)

However you personally prefer to study, we offer a range of Integrated PhDs postgraduate learning options to suit your needs. These include While the normal duration of a PhD is three years, there are some four-year models that taught degrees, professional qualifications and independent research, incorporate additional research training and full- or part-time study, offered on-campus, hybrid or fully online. transferable skills development and, in some cases, industrial collaboration. These often take place in Research Council funded A full list of our programmes, with further Research programmes centres, Centres for Doctoral Training (CDT) or Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTP). They information about each and guidance on Masters by Research (MScR) may include a masters by research (MScR) how to apply is available online: Duration: one year full time. www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees MSc by Research degrees are designed to during the first year of study (1+3 model). prepare you for advanced research, although Taught programmes they can be taken as a qualification in their Professional doctorates Masters own right. These degrees are assessed by an Duration: three to seven years full time. Duration: typically one year full time on extended, independent, written dissertation. Professional doctorates are specialist campus but can be longer online or in other qualifications designed for professional development in specific areas, such as circumstances, such as if your degree is able MPhil engineering and psychology. Professional to offer a placement period. Duration: two years full time. An MPhil is ideal if you need to develop strong doctorates combine advanced research Masters degrees are designed to deepen all-round knowledge of your subject, in-depth training, a substantial contribution to knowledge in a subject studied at understanding of a specialised area, and the knowledge through your own research and undergraduate level, although some of our research skills to carry out and present a a rigorous reflection on professional practice. postgraduate offerings may be suitable if you thesis – a piece of original research for are looking to change direction. Students on submission for a higher degree. You may Postgraduate professional our taught masters typically undertake a subsequently extend your studies to PhD development Duration: varies. combination of taught courses, assessment registration subject to satisfactory progress. and supervised research. Studies culminate Aimed at working professionals, postgraduate professional development in a dissertation or equivalent project. PhD (PgProfDev or PPD) allows you to advance Duration: three years full time. your knowledge without the time or financial Most of our taught masters, across all A PhD is the highest academic research commitment of full-time study. We offer a subjects, lead to the award of MSc to qualification, entailing research training and number of courses as credit-bearing PPD. distinguish postgraduate masters from our supervised research, either on a one-to-one These courses can be recognised in their own undergraduate MA. This is with the exception basis with a supervisor or as part of a right or the credit can be built up over time of awards from Edinburgh College of Art, research team. PhD students gain the towards a PgCert, PgDip or Masters. which are normally postgraduate Master of specialist background knowledge for the Art (MA) or Master of Fine Art (MFA) awards. projected research and develop the skills Other qualifications we offer include MBA, appropriate to research in that field. Their Part-time study LLM, MMus, MEd and MTh. work culminates in a thesis. The precise focus Online part-time study is open to all. of your research will be agreed with your However, UK visa regulations mean we Certificate or diploma supervisor and is likely to develop over the anticipate on-campus part-time options Duration: varies. course of the PhD. The PhD is assessed by will now only be available to UK students. If you are unable to commit to a full masters, an oral examination in which you will defend many of our degrees have shorter study your research thesis. options that will lead to the award of either a postgraduate certificate (PgCert) or a postgraduate diploma (PgDip). 08 www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/online-learning Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 09 Online learning Our story Studying online

Since 2005, the University of Edinburgh has delivered flexible, online learning to thousands of postgraduate students Chris Slocombe around the world. This allows you to study with us, wherever MSc History student from the United States you live, alongside your work or other commitments. The prestige of the University and the flexibility of the degree attracted Chris to study MSc History online.

Today, we offer an exceptional range of more For those looking for a shorter period of than 70 innovative online degrees across a study, some of our degrees offer stand-alone Find out more wide range of subject areas. We have around courses which provide training on specific You can find out more at our online 4,000 students currently studying online with subjects. These are credit-bearing courses learning open days and chat to I chose the University of Edinburgh for two reasons. Firstly, it’s one of the top us and we take the delivery of teaching online (up to 50 postgraduate credits) and may programme directors and support universities in the world, particularly for the humanities. Secondly, one of my just as seriously as we do on-campus. contribute towards a postgraduate services. Events take place in the spring favourite 19th century Americanists, David Silkenat, is part of the faculty in the Our online degrees are academically qualification in the future. Use the apply each year: www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/ School of History, Classics & Archaeology. equivalent to qualifications earned on- buttons for your degree in our online Degree online-learning-open-day campus and delivered by dedicated academics, Finder to see if the Postgraduate Professional I was attracted by the flexibility of the study, the rigour of the coursework and the many of whom are leaders in their field. Your Development option is available: friendliness of the faculty and staff. There is a vibrancy to this programme that MicroMasters simply didn’t exist at the other universities I considered. experienced programme team and personal www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees It's possible to obtain masters-level education, tutor will ensure you are fully supported in all without the time or cost commitment of a full Syeda Ra'ana Working full time and with two children, I needed a programme that allowed me aspects of your student experience. When you consider all the benefits of flexible masters, through new study credentials called to balance my history work with my other commitments and this has been ideal. online study, it’s not surprising that even MicroMasters. These online courses are Hussain Flexibility locally-based professionals decide to choose delivered in partnership with edX, one of the Studying on the programme, I have really felt myself grow as a historian, both MSc Paediatric Emergency Our online, part-time format is particularly this option. world's leading online education platforms, as a thinker and a writer. I appreciate the wonderfully constructive feedback Medicine student from Kenya suited to students already in full- or part-time and are designed to advance your career employment or with other professional or A global academic community I’ve received – the work is challenging but I’ve enjoyed being pushed to grow! by providing deep learning in specific career Ra'ana is able to transfer the personal commitments. It offers a flexible Distance isn’t a barrier when you choose to fields. MicroMasters can help you develop your I plan to pursue a PhD in history, and I am better prepared for the rigours of that learning environment that can be adapted to study online. We offer a highly participative skills in a current or future role or can open the lessons learned online directly because of this programme. As important has been the encouragement I’ve suit your individual needs. You can choose to learning environment, which is both door for further postgraduate study. You can to her medical practice. received to continue developing as a scholar; the faculty here really root for you! study at a time and in a place that suits you, supportive and intellectually stimulating. self-assess your ability to undertake any saving relocation costs. Our online learning Students join us from all over the world, course and will be able to access free content technology is fully interactive and allows you adding their rich diversity of professional and to ‘try before you buy’. On successful to communicate with your highly qualified academic experience to a truly international completion of a MicroMasters, you will be teaching staff from the comfort of your own learning community. Our students value the awarded 30 postgraduate credits which will home or workplace, or on the go. You will have different perspectives their fellow students be recognised when applying for a related I work in a Paediatric Accident and Emergency access to our excellent resources and will bring, and welcome the support provided by masters degree at the University of Edinburgh. department in one of the biggest tertiary become part of a supportive online our expert teaching staff. hospitals in Nairobi, and since we receive our community, bringing together students and Find out more: www.ed.ac.uk/ fair share of casualties, it was natural to find tutors from around the world and enabling Career benefits online-learning/micromasters a course that would better equip me with the you to have the ‘Edinburgh experience’ Many of our students have chosen to knowledge and skills required to provide the wherever you live. study a postgraduate qualification online best care to every patient. in order to enhance their existing career Most of our students opt to study to masters or to enable them to move to a new one. One of the best parts of the paediatric level on a part-time basis, but it is also Studying online while working means you can emergency medicine course is that not only possible to study some degrees full time or immediately apply what you learn, combine do I get to implement the evidence-based to exit earlier with a postgraduate diploma the theoretical with the practical, and bring knowledge and skills learnt from the online (PgDip) or postgraduate certificate (PgCert). a global perspective to your role and your More than cases to my everyday practice, but I also Some degrees also allow you to study up to profession. The critical and analytical learn about rare cases that we don’t regularly

50 credits of short courses, enabling the research skills gained during a masters can 5,000 have the opportunity to experience first-hand, students have graduated advancement of knowledge without the time also be a platform for advanced research from our online enabling me to provide optimal care if and or financial commitment of a full masters, such as a PhD, and many students go on to degrees. when the need arises. PgDip or PgCert. Some degrees can be have their work published in high-impact studied intermittently, allowing you to take up journals and at conferences. The course ensures that, every week, we are to six years to complete a masters. In addition in communication with not only our lecturers, to compulsory courses, you can choose who are incredibly supportive, but with option courses from a variety of degrees, other students from around the globe. This allowing you to tailor your studies to suit your interaction brings up different challenges and individual interests and requirements, and diverse perspectives without having to leave enhance your career opportunities in an our respective countries, creating a kind of increasingly competitive marketplace. global village. We have the added advantage of flexibility which is especially important when you work in a busy hospital setting! 10 www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/applying Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 11 How to apply

You can apply for postgraduate study online via our More information For further information Degree Finder: www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees about how to apply please visit: www.ed.ac.uk/ postgraduate/applying

Taught degrees

You can check our specific academic and conditional on you meeting our language requirements. Please STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 English language entry requirements for your upload your results to the Applicant Hub (see Step 2 on page 11) as soon as you receive them. programme, by selecting it from our online Degree Finder. Qualification expiry dates Your English language qualification must be no more than three Make sure your supporting Apply online using the link from your degree’s Degree Track your application online Academic entry requirements and a half years old from the start date of your degree, unless you documentation is all in order, Finder entry. You will create an online account and through the Applicant Hub. As a guide, we usually expect you to have a minimum are using an English language test for entry, in which case it must write your 500-word personal upload supporting documentation. Once your account We will use your online account of a 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent. be no more than two years old. The following English language statement, and select referees. is set up you can access your online application through to contact you if there are any We offer guidance on these equivalents online: tests expire after two years – IELTS, TOEFL and Trinity ISE. the Applicant Hub, save a draft to come back to and edit problems with your application www.ed.ac.uk/international/postgraduate-entry later, then complete and submit it. Further guidance is and to inform you of the outcome. Degrees taught and assessed in English available online: www.ed.ac.uk/student-systems/ Please check the Applicant Hub Supporting your application English language requirements We also accept a degree, taught and assessed in English: applying-online regularly for important The supporting documentation You will be asked to demonstrate a level of English language • in a majority English-speaking country, as notifications. required depends on the degree competency, regardless of your nationality or country of defined by UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI); or you apply for. Typically, you will Applying via a representative residence. Our index of masters degrees on pages 12–17 uses a • by one of our list of approved universities in The University has approved representatives in 40 If you haven’t done so, you might be asked to provide: symbol system. The key for this system is on page 12. Although non-majority English-speaking countries. countries worldwide. Representatives can guide you like to visit the University (see • academic transcripts; this is as comprehensive as possible there are some exceptions. through the application process if you prefer: page 40) or if you can’t visit us, If you are not a national of a majority English-speaking country, • your degree certificate; Please treat it as a guide and check the detailed language www.ed.ac.uk/international/representatives you might like to participate in your degree must be no more than three and a half years old at the • a personal statement; requirements for your degree online before you apply. You can our regular online information beginning of your degree. • academic reference(s); and apply before receiving English language test results – your sessions: www.ed.ac.uk/ • a research proposal application will be processed and any offer made will be www.ed.ac.uk/english-requirements/pg postgraduate/online-events (if appropriate). Application fees/deposits You will also need certified A small number of degrees charge an application fee If your application is successful, translations of your official and/or require a deposit. Where applicable this will be we look forward to welcoming PhD research documents if they were not stated in the Degree Finder entry: you to Edinburgh: originally issued in English. www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees If you are considering PhD study, there If your intended research is multidisciplinary, it might be helpful to www.ed.ac.uk/new-students talk to more than one potential supervisor: Some degrees may ask for are two main routes you can take to make When to apply www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/phd-supervisors specific evidence of your your application: Application deadlines are shown on your degree's Degree suitability for study, such as Finder entry. Some degrees operate a series of selection If you propose your own topic, you will need to write and submit a portfolio, demonstration deadlines. If you are applying to a PhD project, or for Apply to a funded project a research proposal with your application. This will help us assess of relevant experience, or funding, please be aware there may be earlier deadlines Our Schools and Research Centres often receive funding to carry both your suitability for a research degree and whether or not we attendance at interview. than listed in the Degree Finder and check the project out research on a specific topic. They will advertise doctoral can offer you appropriate supervision and facilities. It can Check for any specific entry website for details. We strongly recommend that you positions, which are funded projects, on the School or Institute potentially also be used to apply to external bodies for funding: requirements online. apply as early as possible before the degree fills up. website and also on external websites, such as FindAPhD.com. www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/research-proposals We recommend you contact the project supervisor to discuss your This is particularly important if you need to allow time suitability for the position you are interested in, then make your to apply for a visa or to apply for financial support – you Integrated PhDs must have received an offer from the University to apply formal application through the Degree Finder. If you apply to a Application processes take a variety of forms. for some sources of funding. funded project, you may not need to develop a full research See the Degree Finder entry or contact the degree's proposal but will be asked to give an indication of your administrator for more details. preparedness for this type of study. You should use your personal Applying for a Tier 4 General Student visa If you are a national of a country outside the UK, it is likely statement and relevant experience sections of your application to Further information on PhD study: that you will have to apply for a student visa to study on demonstrate the skills, knowledge and subject expertise, which www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/doctoral-study make you the ideal candidate. campus at the University of Edinburgh. Please check Funding online for the latest information: Once your application Postdoctoral vacancies www.ed.ac.uk/immigration has been submitted, Propose your own research topic If you already have a PhD, or are near completion, we advertise If you wish to carry out independent research, you can apply you may apply for postdoctoral vacancies, for research projects currently being University and other for a PhD by submitting your research topic to the University. conducted at the University, at: www.vacancies.ed.ac.uk We recommend you contact a potential supervisor at the external funding University and discuss your intended research before you apply. opportunities They can give you feedback on your ideas and identify whether the University has supervisory expertise in your chosen area. 12 www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 13

Online learning Index of masters degrees See page 12 for English language requirements key Index of masters degrees masters of Index The following index is organised according to our BUSINESS SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE Language Education MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip ■ www.business-school.ed.ac.uk REQUIREMENTS 9mths FT (21mths PT UK only) College of Arts, Humanities (SEE PAGE 12) academic Colleges and Schools (see page 18). This Language & Intercultural MSc TBC ▼ Accounting & Finance MSc 1yr FT ● & Social Sciences Communication* index is indicative of the postgraduate opportunities Banking & Risk MSc 1yr FT ● Leadership & Learning MEd 2-6yrs PT UK only ■ EDINBURGH COLLEGE OF ART Business Administration, Master MBA 12mths FT ● we plan to offer in 2021, to the best of our knowledge ENGLISH LANGUAGE Outdoor Education MSc 15mths FT (30mths PT UK only), ▼ www.eca.ed.ac.uk REQUIREMENTS of (MBA) at the time of printing. However, we encourage you (SEE PAGE 12) PgDip 1yr FT (24mths PT UK only), Business Analytics MSc 1yr FT ● PgCert 1–2yrs PT UK only ARCHITECTURE to check our Degree Finder online for the latest Climate Change Finance & Investment MSc 1yr FT ● Outdoor Environmental & Sustainability MSc 15mths FT (30mths PT UK only), ▼ Advanced Sustainable Design MSc 1yr FT ◆ Entrepreneurship & Innovation MSc 1yr FT ● Education PgDip 1yr FT (24mths PT UK only), information on available postgraduate opportunities: ◆ Architectural & Urban Design MSc 1yr FT Executive Master of Business MBA 27mths PT ● PgCert 1–2yrs PT UK only ● www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees Architectural Conservation MSc 1yr FT Administration (EMBA) Performance Psychology MSc 1yr FT (2–6yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ Architectural History & Theory MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Finance MSc 1yr FT ● 9mths FT (1-4yrs PT UK only) Architecture MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ● Finance, Technology & Policy MSc 1yr FT ● Physical Activity for Health MSc 1yr FT (2–6yrs PT UK only), ◆ only) Part-time study Human Resource Management MSc 1yr FT ● PgDip 9mths FT (1–4yrs PT UK only), Architecture, Master of MArch 21mths FT ◆ Online part-time study is open to all. However, UK visa regulations mean International Business & Emerging MSc 1yr FT ● PgCert 1–2yrs PT UK only we anticipate on-campus part-time options will now only be available Art, Space & Nature MA 1yr FT, MFA 21mths FT ◆ Markets Professional Graduate Diploma PGDE 1yr FT ▼ to UK students. Cultural Landscapes MSc 1yr FT ◆ International Human Resource MSc 1yr FT ● in Education (Primary) Cultural Studies MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ Management Professional Graduate Diploma PGDE 1yr FT ▼ only) Management MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT ● in Education (Secondary) English language requirements ● MSc 2–6yrs PT, PgDip 2–4yrs PT, ◆ Design & Digital Media MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Marketing MSc 1yr FT ● Social Justice & Community Our English language requirements vary across our degrees. ● Action PgCert 1–2yrs PT Digital Media & Culture MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK Marketing & Business Analysis MSc 1yr FT ● The symbols in column three of the tables correspond to the key only) Sport, Physical Education & Health MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ below. Because of space restrictions, this is only a guide so please Digital Media Design MSc 1yr FT (2–6yrs PT) ● Sciences only) SCHOOL OF DIVINITY ENGLISH LANGUAGE ◆ Landscape Architecture EMiLA/MLA 21mths FT ▼ REQUIREMENTS Sport Policy, Management & MSc 1yr FT (2–6yrs PT UK only) do check online for the most up-to-date information. Please note, www.ed.ac.uk/divinity International Development Landscape & Wellbeing MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● (SEE PAGE 12) we do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet English language ● Strength & Conditioning MSc 1yr FT (2–6yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ Urban Strategies & Design MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Biblical Studies MSc/MTh 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) requirements. Ethics & Practical Theology MSc/MTh by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● 9mths FT (1–4yrs PT UK only) PT UK only) Teaching English to Speakers of MSc 1yr FT (2–6yrs PT UK only), PgDip ■ ART ▼ Hebrew & Old Testament Studies MSc/MTh by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● Other Languages (TESOL) 9mths FT (1–4yrs PT UK only), PgCert Collections & Curating Practices MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ PT UK only) 4mths FT (1–2yrs PT UK only) Please refer to our Degree Finder for specific score requirements for this degree: only) ▼ History of Christianity MSc/MTh by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● Transformative Learning & Teaching MSc 21mths FT www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees Contemporary Art Practice MA 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), MFA ◆ PT UK only) 21mths FT Islam & Christian Muslim Relations MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● SCHOOL OF HEALTH IN SOCIAL SCIENCE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ■ Contemporary Art Theory MA 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ◆ REQUIREMENTS Islamic Studies & MSc by Research 1yr FT ● www.ed.ac.uk/health-social-science IELTS Academic module 7.0 (with 6.5 in each module) Interdisciplinary Creative Practices MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ● (SEE PAGE 12) Christian Muslim Relations (2yrs PT UK only) TOEFL–iBT 100 (with at least 23 in each section) only) Advanced Nursing MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ◆ New Testament & Christian Origins MSc/MTh by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● CAE/CPE 185 (at least 176 in each module) Applied Psychology (Healthcare) MSc 1yr FT ■ PT UK only) for Children & Young People Trinity ISE ISE III (with a pass in all four components) DESIGN Religion & Literature MSc/MTh 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ ■ Animation MFA 21mths FT ▼ Clinical & Health Psychology MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK Religious Studies MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● only) ● Design for Change MA 1yr FT ● PT UK only) ■ ● Clinical Psychology DClinPsychol 3yrs FT IELTS Academic module 7.0 (with 6.0 in each module) Design Informatics MA 1yr FT, MFA 21mths FT Science & Religion MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● ◆ ● Counselling MCouns 4yrs PT (UK only), PgDip TOEFL–iBT 100 (with at least 20 in each section) Fashion MFA 21mths FT PT UK only) (Counselling Studies at PgCert level) 3yrs PT (UK only), PgCert 1yr PT (UK CAE/CPE 185 (at least 169 in each module) Film Directing MA 1yr FT, MFA 21mths FT ◆ Systematic Theology MSc/MTh by Research 1yr FT ● only) Trinity ISE ISE III (with a pass in all four components) Glass MA 1yr FT, MFA 21mths FT ● (2yrs PT UK only) Counselling (Interpersonal Dialogue) MCouns 2yrs FT ● Graphic Design MA 1yr FT, MFA 21mths FT ● Theology in History MSc/MTh 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Counselling Studies MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT ◆ ◆ Illustration MA 1yr FT, MFA 21mths FT ● World Christianity MSc/MTh or MSc/MTh by Research ● UK only) IELTS Academic module 6.5 (with 6.0 in each module) Interior, Architectural & MA 1yr FT ● 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Health Humanities & Arts MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ TOEFL–iBT 92 (with at least 20 in each section) Spatial Design only) CAE/CPE 176 (at least 169 in each module) Jewellery MFA 21mths FT ● SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS ENGLISH LANGUAGE Mental Health in Children & Young MSc 1yr FT ■ ● www.ed.ac.uk/economics REQUIREMENTS People: Psychological Approaches Trinity ISE ISE II (with distinctions in all four components) Performance Costume MFA 21mths FT (SEE PAGE 12) ● MSc 2–6yrs PT ■ Textiles MFA 21mths FT Economics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Mental Health in Children & Young Abbreviations used in the table People: Psychological Approaches Economics (Econometrics) MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ IELTS International English Language Testing System Nursing with Pre Registration, MN TBC ▼ HISTORY OF ART Economics (Finance) MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ TOEFL–iBT Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet-based Test ■ Master of* History of Art MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK Mathematical Economics & MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Nursing Studies MSc by Research 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT ■ CPE Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English only) Econometrics UK only) CAE Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English History of Art, Theory & Display MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ ■ Psychological Therapies MSc 2yrs FT* (2-6yrs PT UK only) ■ Trinity ISE Integrated Skills in English Modern & Contemporary Art: History, MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND SPORT Psychology of Mental Health MSc 1yr FT (up to 6yrs PT UK only) ■ Curating & Criticism www.ed.ac.uk/education REQUIREMENTS Reframing Medieval & Renaissance MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● (SEE PAGE 12) (Conversion) Global Art History Dance Science & Education MSc 1yr FT (2–6yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ Psychotherapy & Counselling DPsychotherapy 4yrs FT (7yrs PT UK ■ 9mths FT (1–4yrs PT UK only) only) ◆ MUSIC Dance Science & Education with MSc 15mths FT (24mths PT UK only) pathway to Qualified Teacher status Acoustics & Music Technology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● MSc 2–6yrs PT, PgDip 1–4yrs PT, ● Composition MMus 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Digital Education PgCert 1–2yrs PT Composition for Screen MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Education MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2–3yrs ■ ● Music MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK PT UK only) only) Inclusive Education MSc 1yr FT (2-6yrs PT UK only), PgDip ▼ ● Musicology MMus 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) 2-4yrs PT UK only, PgCert 1-2yrs PT Sound Design MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ◆ UK only PT UK only) Online learning

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Online learning Index of masters degrees (continued) See page 12 for English language requirements key Index of masters degrees masters of Index SCHOOL OF HISTORY, CLASSICS & ARCHAEOLOGY ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL OF LITERATURES, LANGUAGES & CULTURES ENGLISH LANGUAGE Medieval Studies MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ International Relations of the MSc 2yrs FT ■ www.ed.ac.uk/hca REQUIREMENTS www.ed.ac.uk/llc REQUIREMENTS only) Middle East with Arabic (SEE PAGE 12) (SEE PAGE 12) Persian Civilisation MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Management of Bioeconomy, MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● HISTORY LITERATURE & LITERARY THEORY Playwriting MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Innovation & Governance American History MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Book History & Material Culture MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Scottish Ethnology MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ Medical Anthropology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Contemporary History MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Comparative Literature MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ only) Nationalism Studies MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Economic & Social History MSc by Research 1yr FT ● Creative Writing MSc 1yr FT / MSc by Research ■ ■ Public Policy MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● (2yrs PT UK only) 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Theatre & Performance Studies MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Science & Technology in Society MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● History MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT ● English Literature MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ The Globalised Muslim World MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● (2yrs PT UK only) only) Traditional Arts Performance MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Science & Technology Studies MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) MSc 1yr FT (2-6yrs PT), ● English Literature: American Literature MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ History ● PgDip 1yr FT (2-3yrs PT, exit only), only) SCHOOL OF PHILOSOPHY, PSYCHOLOGY Social Anthropology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ENGLISH LANGUAGE ● PgCert 1yr FT (2yrs PT, exit only) English Literature: Critical Theory MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ & LANGUAGE SCIENCES REQUIREMENTS Social & Political Science MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK Intellectual History MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● only) www.ed.ac.uk/ppls (SEE PAGE 12) only) ● Medieval History MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● English Literature: Literature & MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ PHILOSOPHY Social Research/Social Research MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgCert with Quantitative Methods 1-2yrs PT (UK only) Scottish History MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● Modernity: 1900 to the present Epistemology, Ethics & Mind MSc 1yr FT (2-6yrs PT), PgDip 9mths ■ ■ PT UK only) English Literature: Literature & Society: MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ FT (2-4yrs PT), PgCert 1–2yrs PT Social Work Master of Social Work 21mths FT Enlightenment, Romantic Mind, Language & Embodied Cognition MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Sociology & Global Change MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● CLASSICS & Victorian Philosophy MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ■ ■ Ancient History MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● English Literature: Medieval Literature MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK PT UK only) only) ■ Ancient Worlds MSc 2-4yrs PT ● Philosophy, Science & Religion MSc 1yr FT (2-6yrs PT), PgDip 9mths English Literature: Postcolonial MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ ● FT (2-4yrs PT), PgCert 1–2yrs PT Classical Art & Archaeology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Literature only) Classics MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● ■ English Literature: Renaissance MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK PSYCHOLOGY PT UK only) Literature only) College of Medicine ● Human Cognitive Neuropsychology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Late Antique Islamic & Byzantine MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) English Literature: Romanticism MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ Psychological Research MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Studies only) & Veterinary Medicine Psychology MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ English Literature: Scottish Literature MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ only) ARCHAEOLOGY only) EDINBURGH MEDICAL SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE Psychology of Individual Differences MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine REQUIREMENTS Archaeology MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ● English Literature: US Literature – MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ (SEE PAGE 12) PT UK only) Psychology of Language MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Cultural Values from Revolution to Anatomical Sciences PgDip 4yrs PT, PgCert 2yrs PT ◆ European Archaeology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Empire Social Psychology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Applied Medical Image PgCert 2yrs PT ◆ Human Osteoarchaeology MSc 1yr FT ● ■ English Literature: Victorian Literature MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK Analysis Mediterranean Archaeology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● only) LINGUISTICS & ENGLISH LANGUAGE Biodiversity, Wildlife & Ecosystem MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, PgCert ◆ Medieval Literatures & Cultures MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Applied Linguistics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Health 1yr PT ENGLISH LANGUAGE Developmental Linguistics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ SCHOOL OF LAW Biomedical Sciences (Life Sciences) MSc by Research 1yr FT ■ www.law.ed.ac.uk REQUIREMENTS LANGUAGE STUDIES English Language MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ■ (SEE PAGE 12) Cancer (Edinburgh Cancer MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Advanced Arabic MSc 1yr FT ■ PT UK only) Commercial Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Research Centre) only) Chinese MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ Evolution of Language & Cognition MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Comparative & European Private Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Cardiovascular Biology MSc by Research 1yr FT ◆ only) Linguistics MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ■ Corporate Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Cardiovascular Science MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Chinese Studies MCS 2yrs FT ■ PT UK only) Criminal Law & Criminal Justice LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ only) French MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ Phonetics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ ▼ Clinical Anatomy MSc 12mths FT ◆ Criminology & Criminal Justice MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) only) ■ Speech & Language Processing MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, PgCert ◆ European Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ ■ Clinical Education German MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK 1yr PT Global Crime, Justice & Security MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ only) SCHOOL OF SOCIAL & POLITICAL SCIENCE ENGLISH LANGUAGE MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Global Environment & Climate Change LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ ■ REQUIREMENTS Clinical Management of Pain Hispanic (Spanish, Portuguese & Latin MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK www.sps.ed.ac.uk PgCert 2yrs PT or PgProfDev Law (SEE PAGE 12) American) Studies only) up to 2yrs PT ▼ Advanced Professional Studies (Mental PgCert 1yr PT UK only ● Human Rights LLM 1yr FT Italian MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ ◆ ▼ Health Officer Award) Clinical Microbiology & Infectious MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, Information Technology Law LLM 1yr FT (20mths–3yrs PT) only) PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to Africa & International Development MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Diseases Innovation, Technology & the Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Middle Eastern Studies with Advanced MSc 2yrs FT ■ 2yrs PT Arabic African Studies MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Innovation, Technology & the Law LLM 1yr FT (20mths–3yrs PT) ▼ Clinical Ophthalmology ChM 2–4yrs PT ◆ Middle Eastern Studies with Arabic MSc 2yrs FT ■ Comparative Public Policy MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Intellectual Property Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Clinical Trials MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Japanese MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ Digital Sociology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Intellectual Property Law LLM 32mths–3yrs PT ▼ PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to 2 only) MSc 3–5yrs PT ● International Banking Law & Finance LLM 1yr FT ▼ *Global Challenges yrs PT Russian MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ ▼ Global Environment, Politics & Society MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Critical Care MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, ◆ International Commercial Law LLM 1yr FT (20mths–3yrs PT) only) Global Health Policy MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● PgCert 1yr PT & Practice Scandinavian Studies MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ PgCert 36mths PT ● Dental Sedation & Anxiety PgCert 12mths PT ▼ International Economic Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ only) Global Health Policy ● Management International Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Translation Studies MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Global Mental Health & Society MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Dental Surgery DDS 2yrs FT (3–4yrs PT UK only) ■ Law LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Health Policy MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● ● Endodontology DClinDent 36 mths FT ■ Law LLM by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ▼ CULTURES & VISUAL ARTS International & European Politics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Family Medicine MFM 2yrs PT ◆ only) Celtic & Scottish Studies MSc/MSc by Research Celtic Studies ■ International Development MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● ◆ Law LLM 1yr FT (20mths–3yrs PT) ▼ 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) International Development MSc 24-36mths PT, ● General Surgery ChM 2yrs PT Medical Law & Ethics LLM 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ▼ Chinese Society & Culture MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ PgDip 24mths PT Genetics & Molecular Medicine MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ ● only) Medical Law & Ethics LLM 1yr FT (2-3yrs PT) ▼ East Asian Relations MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ International Political Theory MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Genomics & Experimental Medicine MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ PgCert 12mths FT (20mths PT) ▼ Film, Exhibition & Curation MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ International Relations MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● Postgraduate Certificate only) in Law Film Studies MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ International Relations of the MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Gender & Culture MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ■ Middle East Global Health & Infectious PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to only) International Relations of the MSc 2yrs FT ■ Diseases 2yrs PT Intermediality: Literature, Film MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Middle East with Advanced Arabic Global Health Challenges PgCert 1–2yrs PT, PgProfDev up to ● & the Arts in Dialogue 2yrs PT Islamic & Middle Eastern Studies MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ■ Global Health Studies PgCert 1yr PT, PgProfDev up to 2yrs ◆ PT UK only) PT ■ * The Global Challenges MSc comprises the Postgraduate Certificates in Global Japanese Society & Culture MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Human Anatomy MSc 1yr FT ◆ Korean Studies MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT ■ Development Challenges, Global Environment Challenges and Global Health Challenges. 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Online learning Index of masters degrees (continued) See page 12 for English language requirements key Index of masters degrees masters of Index Imaging MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ THE ROYAL (DICK) SCHOOL OF VETERINARY STUDIES ENGLISH LANGUAGE Molecular Plant Sciences MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ SCHOOL OF INFORMATICS ENGLISH LANGUAGE PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine REQUIREMENTS only) www.ed.ac.uk/informatics REQUIREMENTS (SEE PAGE 12) (SEE PAGE 12) 2yrs PT Quantitative Biology, Biochemistry & MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ MVetSci 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Advanced Design Informatics MSc 21mths FT ● Infectious Diseases MSc by Research 1yr FT ◆ Advanced Clinical Practice Biotechnology only) PgCert 2yrs PT Advanced Technology for Financial MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ◆ Inflammation MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Quantitative Genetics & Genome MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ Animal Biosciences MSc 1yr FT ◆ Computing only) Analysis 9mths FT Applied Animal Behaviour & Animal MSc 1yr FT (2/3yrs PT UK only) ■ AIAI: Automated Reasoning, MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Integrative Physiology MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Stem Cell Research MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Welfare Agents, Data Intensive Research, only) only) only) MSc 3-6yrs PT, PgDip 2–4yrs PT, ◆ Knowledge Management MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, ◆ Applied Conservation Synthetic Biology & Biotechnology MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT ◆ Internal Medicine PgCert 1-2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to ANC: Machine Learning, Computational MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ PgCert 1yr PT Genetics with Wildlife Systems & Synthetic Biology MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT ◆ Forensics 2yrs PT Neuroscience, Computational Biology only) International Animal Health MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ MSc 3-6yrs PT, PgDip 2–4yrs PT, ◆ Artificial Intelligence MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ◆ PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to Applied Poultry Science ENGLISH LANGUAGE PgCert 1-2yrs PT, or PgProfDev SCHOOL OF CHEMISTRY Biomedical Artificial Intelligence, UKRI MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ 2yrs PT www.chem.ed.ac.uk REQUIREMENTS up to 2yrs PT (SEE PAGE 12) Centre for Doctoral Training in only) Medical Sciences MMedSci by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ◆ ◆ ▼ ◆ PT UK only) Clinical Animal Behaviour MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, Analytical Chemistry* MSc 1yr FT Cognitive Science MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) PgCert 2yrs PT ◆ ◆ Medicine, Doctor of MD 2yrs FT (3–4yrs PT UK only) ◆ Chemistry MSc by Research 1yr FT Computer Science MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) Clinical Veterinary Sciences MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ ◆ ◆ MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Materials Chemistry MSc 1yr FT Cyber Security, Privacy & Trust MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) Neuroimaging for Research only) PgCert 2yrs PT or PgProfDev up to Medicinal & Biological Chemistry MSc 1yr FT ◆ Data Science MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ◆ ◆ 2yrs PT Conservation Medicine MVetSci 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, Data Science, Technology MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to Neuroscience/Neuroscience MSc by Research 1yr FT ◆ SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING ENGLISH LANGUAGE & Innovation PgCert 2yrs PT or PgProfDev 2yrs PT (Integrative Neuroscience) www.eng.ed.ac.uk REQUIREMENTS up to 2yrs PT MSc 3-6yrs PT, PgDip 2–4yrs PT, ◆ (SEE PAGE 12) Oral Surgery DClinDent 36 mths FT, MClinDent 24 ■ Equine Science Design Informatics MSc 1yr FT ● PgCert/PgProfDev 1–2yrs PT Advanced Chemical Engineering MSc 1yr FT ◆ mths FT High Performance Computing/HPC with MSc/PgDip/PgCert/PgProfDev ◆ MSc 3-6yrs PT, PgDip 2–4yrs PT, ◆ Advanced Power Engineering MSc 2yrs FT ◆ Orthodontics DClinDent 36 mths FT, MClinDent 24 ■ Food Safety Data Science Check duration online (PT UK only) PgCert/PgProfDev 1–2yrs PT Bioengineering MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ mths FT ICSA: Computer Architecture, MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Functional Genetics & Development MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ only) Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Compilation & Systems Software, only) only) Digital Communications MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ only) Networks & Communication Genetics & Genomics MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ only) Paediatric Dentistry DClinDent 36 mths FT, MClinDent 24 ■ ILCC: Language Processing, Speech MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ only) Electrical Power Engineering MSc 1yr FT ◆ mths FT Technology, Information Retrieval, only) Global Food Security & Nutrition MSc 3-6yrs PT, PgDip 2–4yrs PT, ◆ Electronics MSc 1yr FT ◆ Cognition Paediatric Emergency MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, ◆ PgCert 1–2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up Energy Systems MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ ◆ Medicine PgCert 1yr PT Informatics MSc 1yr FT (2-3yrs PT UK only) to 2yrs PT only) IPAB: Robotics, Computer Vision, MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Patient Safety & Clinical MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, ◆ Infection & Immunity MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Fire Safety Engineering, MSc 2yrs FT ◆ Computer Graphics & Animation only) Human Factors PgCert 1yr PT only) International Master of Science in LFCS: Theory & Foundations of Computer MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ PgCert up to 2yrs PT ◆ PET-MR Principles & Applications International Animal Welfare, MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Infrastructure & the Environment MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Science, Databases, Software & Systems only) Population Health Sciences MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Ethics & Law PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to 2 only) Modelling only) yrs PT Integrated Micro & Nano Systems MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ only) Primary Care Ophthalmology One Health SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS ENGLISH LANGUAGE PgCert 2yrs PT, or PgProfDev up to ◆ PgCert 2yrs PT Leading Major Programmes MSc 2yrs PT UK only www.maths.ed.ac.uk REQUIREMENTS Prosthodontics DClinDent 36 mths FT, MClinDent 24 ■ 2yrs PT Materials & Processes MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ (SEE PAGE 12) mths FT RCVS Certificate in Advanced PgProfDev up to 10yrs PT ▼ only) Computational Applied Mathematics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ◆ Psychiatry MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Veterinary Practice Signal Processing & Communications MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ◆ Computational Mathematical Finance MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ only) Veterinary Anaesthesia & MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Structural & Fire Safety Engineering MSc 1yr FT ◆ 9 mths FT Public Health MPH 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ■ Analgesia PgCert 2yrs PT Sustainable Energy Systems MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT ◆ Financial Mathematics MSc 1yr FT ▼ Public Health MPH 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, PgCert ■ Veterinary Epidemiology MSc 6yrs PT, PgDip 4yrs PT, ◆ Financial Modelling & Optimization MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ 1yr PT, or PgProfDev up to 2yrs PT PgCert 2yrs PT SCHOOL OF GEOSCIENCES ENGLISH LANGUAGE 9mths FT Regenerative Medicine & MSc by Research 1yr FT ◆ Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of DVetMed 4yrs FT ■ www.ed.ac.uk/geosciences REQUIREMENTS Operational Research/OR with MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ Tissue Repair (SEE PAGE 12) Computational Optimization/OR 9mths FT ▼ Reproductive Sciences MSc by Research 1yr FT ◆ Applied Environmental Hydrogeology MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) with Risk PgCert 1yr PT ● ◆ Restorative Dentistry MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, ■ Carbon Innovation Operational Research with Data Science MSc 1yr FT (2-3yrs PT UK only) PgCert 1yr PT Carbon Management MSc 1yr FT (2-3yrs PT UK only) ● Statistics & Operational Research MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ◆ Science Communication & Public MSc 1yr FT ■ Carbon Management MSc 3yrs PT (2yrs accelerated) ● Statistics with Data Science MSc 1yr FT (2-3yrs PT UK only) ◆ Engagement College of Science Climate Change Management PgCert 1yr PT ● ■ Science Communication & Public MSc 3yrs PT, PgDip 2yrs PT, Earth Observation & MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● SCHOOL OF PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY ENGLISH LANGUAGE Engagement PgCert 1yr PT www.ph.ed.ac.uk REQUIREMENTS & Engineering Geoinformation Management (SEE PAGE 12) Stem Cells & Translational MSc 3–6yrs PT, PgProfDev up to 2yrs ◆ Ecological Economics MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES ENGLISH LANGUAGE Mathematical Physics MSc 1yr FT ◆ Neurology PT ● www.ed.ac.uk/biology REQUIREMENTS Energy, Society & Sustainability MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) Particle & Nuclear Physics MSc 1yr FT ◆ ◆ (SEE PAGE 12) Surgery MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK Environment & Development MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● ◆ ◆ Theoretical Physics MSc 1yr FT only) Animal Breeding & Genetics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip Environment, Culture & Society MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) ● ◆ 9mths FT Surgical Sciences MSc 3yrs PT Environmental Protection & MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● ◆ Transfusion, Transplantation MSc 3yrs PT ▼ Biochemistry MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT Management ◆ & Tissue Banking Biodiversity & Taxonomy of Plants MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT Environmental Sustainability MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● ◆ Trauma & Orthopaedics ChM 2yrs PT ◆ Bioinformatics MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT Food Security MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● Biotechnology MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT ◆ Urology ChM 2yrs PT ◆ Geoenergy MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● Cell Biology MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Vascular & Endovascular Surgery ChM 2–4yrs PT ◆ Geographical Information Science/ MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● only) GIS & Archaeology Drug Discovery & Translational Biology MSc 1yr FT, PgDip 9mths FT ◆ GeoSciences (Individual Project) MSc/MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs ▼ ◆ Evolutionary Biology MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK PT UK only) only) Global Environment Challenges PgCert 9mths-1yr FT (2yrs PT) ● Evolutionary Genetics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ ● 9mths FT Human Geography MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) Human Complex Trait Genetics MSc 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only), PgDip ◆ ● 9mths FT Marine Systems & Policies MSc 1yr FT (2-3yrs PT UK only) ● Immunology & Infection Research MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK ◆ Palaeontology & Geobiology MSc by Research 1yr FT (2yrs PT UK only) only) Soils & Sustainability MSc 1yr FT (2–3yrs PT UK only) ● * Subject to approval 18 www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 19 Our Colleges and research areas Index of research areas research of Index The University is divided into three Colleges, which collectively host College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences 21 Schools. Such academic breadth and diversity make Edinburgh a This is our largest College, with more than 25,000 students and 3,900 staff working in the arts, vibrant and stimulating environment for postgraduate study, and open law, humanities, education, business, health, and social sciences. We were ranked in the top 20 to vast possibilities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Each College in several arts and humanities disciplines in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020 offers a wealth of research opportunities. The following overview lists and also rated highly in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. In sociology, for some of the areas in which we offer expert research supervision. example, we were ranked first in the UK by research power (Research Fortnight REF 2014). Further information is available online.

Academic research Research areas The College is home to more than Accounting & Finance Management Science & Business Economics 70 research centres and institutes: African Studies Marketing www.ed.ac.uk/arts-humanities-soc-sci Archaeology Medieval Studies Architecture Music Research in the fields of arts, humanities For more details Art Organisation Studies and social sciences tends to require you to: on each of our Schools, Celtic & Scottish Studies New Testament & Christian Origins order or download our School • Develop your own research idea (be postgraduate prospectuses: prepared to adapt your original idea). Chinese Nursing Studies www.ed.ac.uk/studying/ • Source your own funding, although some Classics Philosophy prospectus-request funded projects may be available. Clinical & Health Psychology Politics & International Relations Comparative Literature Psychology Schools Counselling Studies Public Health Policy The College hosts 12 diverse Schools Cultural Studies Religious Studies including the Centre for Open Learning. Design Russian Web addresses for each School and their Economic & Social History Sanskrit preferred contact email for PhD enquiries Economics Scandinavian Studies are as follows: Education Science & Religion 1. Business English Language Science & Technology Studies [email protected] English Literature Scottish History www.business-school.ed.ac.uk Entrepreneurship & Innovation Social Anthropology 2. Divinity Ethics & Practical Theology Social Policy [email protected] www.ed.ac.uk/divinity European Theatre Social Work 3. Economics Film Studies Socio-cultural Studies [email protected] French Sociology www.ed.ac.uk/economics Gender & Culture South Asian Studies 4. Edinburgh College of Art German Strategy [email protected] Global Health Policy Systematic Theology www.eca.ed.ac.uk Health in Social Science Translation Studies 5. Education Hebrew & Old Testament Studies World Christianity [email protected] www.ed.ac.uk/education Hispanic Studies 6. Health in Social Science History [email protected] History of Art www.ed.ac.uk/health History of Christianity 7. History, Classics & Archaeology International Development [email protected] Islamic & Middle Eastern Studies www.ed.ac.uk/hca Italian 8. Law Japanese [email protected] www.law.ed.ac.uk Landscape Architecture 9. Literatures, Languages & Cultures Law [email protected] Linguistics www.ed.ac.uk/llc 10. Philosophy, Psychology & Language Sciences [email protected] www.ed.ac.uk/ppls 11. Social & Political Science [email protected] Research degree index: www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/degrees/research www.sps.ed.ac.uk/gradschool PhD research projects: www.ed.ac.uk/studying/phd-research-projects 12. Centre for Open Learning Advice on finding a research supervisor: www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/research Postgraduate students relaxing in the cafe and www.ed.ac.uk/open-learning Order or download a postgraduate prospectus: www.ed.ac.uk/studying/prospectus-request study area of David Hume Tower. CONTINUED OVERLEAF 20 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 21 Our Colleges and

research areas (continued) areas research of Index

College of Medicine Research areas College of Science Research areas Research degree index: & Veterinary Medicine Agricultural Sciences & Engineering Algebra & Number Theory www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/ Cancer Analysis degrees/research The College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine Cardiovascular Science Science has been studied at Edinburgh since Applied & Computational Mathematics has more than 7,000 students and 3,300 staff Child Life & Health the University was established in 1583. With Artificial Intelligence & its Applications PhD research projects: www.ed.ac.uk/ and offers an extensive range of postgraduate Clinical Brain Sciences more than 10,800 students and 3,800 staff, (Automated Reasoning, Agents, Data studying/phd-research-projects programmes covering all aspects of medicine, Clinical Education we are one of the UK's largest science and Intensive Research, Knowledge including community health, molecular and Cognitive & Neural Systems engineering groupings. Our expertise spans Management) Advice on finding a research supervisor: clinical medicine and veterinary medicine. Dentistry seven scientific areas, in which you’ll find Astrophysics www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/ Following the Research Excellence Developmental Biology some of the world’s best research. Following Atmospheric & Environmental Sciences research Framework (REF) 2014, our vet school Food Security the Research Excellence Framework (REF) Bioengineering was ranked first in the UK and our medical Genetics 2014, our submissions in biological sciences Cell Biology school was among the UK top five, both Genomics and physics were both ranked in the UK top Chemistry Order or download a postgraduate ranked by research power (Research Fortnight Geriatric Medicine five for research quality, and informatics was Computing System Architecture (Computer prospectus: www.ed.ac.uk/studying/ REF 2014). Global Health ranked first in the UK for research power Architecture, Compilation & Systems prospectus-request (Research Fortnight REF 2014). Infection & Immunity Software, Networks & Communication) Schools Inflammation Condensed Matter The College comprises two Schools, the Schools Integrative Physiology Data Science Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies and Teaching and research is arranged in seven Medical Informatics Digital Communications the Edinburgh Medical School, which is home Schools. Their web addresses and preferred Energy Systems to three Deaneries: Clinical Sciences, Neurobiology contacts for PhD enquiries are as follows: Evolutionary Biology Biomedical Sciences, and Molecular, Genetic Neuroscience 1. Biological Sciences Geographical Information Science & Population Health Sciences. Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine [email protected] Pathology www.ed.ac.uk/biology Geography & Human Geography Geology & Geophysics Spanning both the veterinary and medical Pathway Medicine 2. Chemistry schools, the College’s Graduate School Population Health Sciences [email protected] Geometry & Topology provides an interdisciplinary support network Precision Medicine www.chem.ed.ac.uk High Performance Computing for postgraduate students and staff. Psychiatry 3. Engineering Immunology & Infection [email protected] Infrastructure & the Environment Regenerative Medicine www.eng.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate PhD enquiries: Reproductive Health Integrated Micro & Nano Systems www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine/ 4. GeoSciences Integrative Sensing & Measurement Respiratory Medicine [email protected] postgraduate/enquiries Science Communication www.ed.ac.uk/geosciences Language Processing & Speech Technology Machine Learning Surgery 5. Informatics Academic research Tissue Repair www.inf.ed.ac.uk/cgi-bin/iss/ Materials & Processes The College has five major research institutes, Translational Neuroscience external-contact.cgi Mathematical Analysis each home to various interdisciplinary www.ed.ac.uk/informatics Mathematical Physics research centres: Veterinary Sciences & Training 6. Mathematics Molecular Plant Sciences www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine [email protected] Nuclear Physics msc.maths.ed.ac.uk Optical Medical Imaging with Healthcare Research in the field of medicine tends 7. Physics & Astronomy Innovation & Entrepreneurship to require you to: [email protected] • Apply for a project that already has specific, www.ph.ed.ac.uk Optimization & Operational Research pre-defined aims. Particle Physics • Compete for a place on a partially or fully Academic research Pervasive Parallelism funded programme (often with competitive The College’s 20 research centres stimulate Probability & Stochastic Analysis application processes). an innovative programme of interdisciplinary Quantitative Biology, Biochemistry research: www.ed.ac.uk/science-engineering & Biotechnology Robotics & Autonomous Systems Research in the fields of science and Robotics, Computer Vision, Computer engineering tends to require you to: Graphics & Animation • Apply for a project that already has Statistics specific, pre-defined aims. Stem Cell Research • Compete for a place on a partially Theory & Foundations of Computer Science or fully funded programme (often with competitive application processes). 22 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 23

Architects impression of the redevelopment Open to the future of the Old Royal Infirmary, at Quartermile, which will soon be home to the Edinburgh Futures Institute.

The challenges of the modern world often demand new ways of working that can disrupt the status quo and challenge established ways of thinking. We offer collaborative, open facilities where students, academics and researchers reap the benefits of working in tandem with commercial companies and the public sector.

The Bayes Centre is our innovation hub for The Edinburgh Futures Institute (EFI) is set The Usher Institute works with people, data science and artificial intelligence – a up to address the challenges of a changing populations and their data, forging innovative collaborative, multidisciplinary proving world – one in which old certainties in society, collaborations across the global community, ground that develops innovative democracy, job security and the economy to understand and advance the health of technological solutions for the benefit of are being disrupted. These challenges cross individuals and society. society. It brings together technical strengths traditional boundaries, such as national building on our world-leading academic borders, institutional siloes and conventional The institute is a key applied and translational excellence in mathematical, computational, areas of expertise. EFI finds solutions and arm of Edinburgh Medical School offering a engineering, and natural sciences. responses that do likewise, connecting people nurturing learning environment based on and organisations from across the University research-led, student-focused teaching. The Bayes’ community comprises more than and beyond. It supports and maintains a skilled community 400 internationally recognised scientists, that offers significant expertise in health outstanding PhD students, leading industry EFI brings together experts who can tackle services research, health informatics, data experts and innovation support professionals. issues from different and unconventional science and social science and is dedicated to They collaborate across disciplines and perspectives, mixing partners from all sectors improving local and global health. The institute sectors to advance data technology and with leading academics and outstanding connects policy makers, practitioners and apply it to real-world problems. students. World-class interdisciplinary patients, supporting interdisciplinary expertise in social and data science, the arts, collaboration and high-quality data-driven Data science education, tech entrepreneurship, and humanities is used to co-create tools for research to find innovative ways of addressing and industrially driven, multidisciplinary the common good and incubate major projects pressing health and social care issues. research and design are at the core of the to tackle society’s most pressing needs. Bayes’ strategy to boost our impact locally, The institute is working towards data-enabled nationally, and internationally. In partnership Through teaching, research and engagement, transformation of health and is recognised as with Scottish Enterprise, the Bayes Centre is EFI nurtures creative, reasoned and a World Health Organization Collaborating now part of the Data-Driven Innovation thoughtful graduates who can operate amid Centre on population health research and Programme increasing the provision of data disruption, difference and volatility and are training: www.ed.ac.uk/usher and digital skills in the workforce and not bound by seeing the world through transforming the Edinburgh and South East a single perspective: www.efi.ed.ac.uk Scotland City Region into the data capital of Europe: www.ed.ac.uk/bayes

The Bayes Centre 24 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 25 Shape your My story career Using the Careers Service Petra Yu MSc International Business & Emerging Markets graduate from Austria Petra secured a job before graduation.

Ranked in the top 10 in the UK and in the top 100 in the world for the employability of our graduates*, the University is an excellent choice One of the most valuable things I was able to take advantage for a postgraduate education with prospects. of was the University’s network of top employers. With its good reputation and high ranking for the employability of students, world-leading companies from various industries attended, ranging from Jaguar Land Rover, to EY, Barclays, Sky and more. We’re committed to helping you to develop Employ.ed for PhDs Public engagement opportunities The University offered many opportunities to network with skills and attributes that will enhance your Employ.ed offers part-time internships Public engagement staff work in all our employers to prepare for life after graduation. These included ability to compete in the job market, to enabling PhD students to gain project-based, Colleges and many schools and institutes. presentations and workshops by companies such as Deloitte, progress your career, and to achieve your paid employment. This will help you develop If you’re interested in promoting your Goldman Sachs, McKinsey and others that provided an insight full potential within the global community. a range of skills to complement your academic research to wider audiences, you will have into the application process and the values recruiters are In addition to the provision of dedicated and research experience: access to resources, events and funding looking for. support through our award-winning Careers www.ed.ac.uk/careers/employed opportunities to help you develop the Service, we broker strategic partnerships necessary skills and experience to do so. I am aware how valuable a strong network is, which I believe the between academics, industry specialists and Training in public engagement is also Platform One University equipped me with. Not only does it have strong ties other institutions, to enhance your personal We provide opportunities for students to provided through our Institute for Academic with notable companies but the alumni network is also diverse and professional development and provide draw on the knowledge and experience of our Development (see page 29): www.ed.ac.uk/ and close-knit. relevant career insights. worldwide alumni network through lectures, institute-academic-development/ workshops and panel discussions, and online public-engagement By the time I started to apply for jobs, what I found of most Careers Service via Platform One. This supportive environment help were the mock interviews and CV-screenings. The feedback Our Careers Service will provide you with allows students, alumni, staff and volunteers Doctorate Extension Scheme I was given enhanced my performance and provided me with advice and support whatever your plans for to gather to share their knowledge and We sponsor our graduates under the useful pointers and tips. As such, the Careers Service provided the future. We provide comprehensive, experiences and discuss ideas, plans and Doctorate Extension Scheme. This means me with a competitive edge. I am really grateful to have had this high-quality online resources and run possibilities: www.ed.ac.uk/platform-one international students completing a PhD strong support for my career development and have taken workshops throughout the year for our or other doctorate-level qualification on advantage of it fully. postgraduates and offer tailored sessions for Open to new ideas a Tier 4 visa may be eligible to apply for our international students. We also have a If you consider yourself something of an a visa to stay in the UK for an additional team dedicated to developing our already entrepreneur, you'll be interested to know 12 months after their studies to work or look strong links with employers from all industry that Edinburgh is an entrepreneurial city, for work. The scheme allows you more time sectors, from the world’s top recruiters to home to two of the UK's $1 billion-valued to find work with an employer, gain practical small local enterprises. We also offer lots of unicorn companies. We boast one of the most experience, work on postdoctoral projects, opportunities for postgraduate students to entrepreneurial student bodies in the UK and or set yourself up as an entrepreneur: meet these employers: have helped students launch nearly 100 www.ed.ac.uk/immigration/tier4-des www.ed.ac.uk/careers/postgrad startups in the last two years. One in five of those startups was a social enterprise. Work-based projects Edinburgh Innovations, the University’s You may be able to undertake a work-based commercialisation service, offers free support project, in partnership with an employer, to student entrepreneurs including “Postgraduates come to us with a broader outlook providing the basis for your masters one-to-one business advice and a range of dissertation. If you wish to do this, you will workshops, bootcamps, competitions and and more rounded and developed skills, both in need to speak to your School to see if it is networking events. Successful recent clients their chosen discipline and more generally in terms possible. include Orfeas Boteas, creator of the of their communication skills and self-confidence. Dehumaniser sound effects software used by Making the Most of Masters, a freely available Hollywood movies and blockbuster video We value their proven aptitude for self-driven toolkit, can support you to set up and games; Douglas Martin, whose company learning and further study, important requirements complete your work-based projects: MiAlgae aims to revolutionise the global www.makingthemostofmasters.ac.uk aquaculture and pet food industries; and for anyone embarking on the demanding actuarial Aayush Goyal and Karis Gill, whose gift box professional exams.” * Times Higher Education, Global Employability University enterprise Social Stories Club brings ethical Ranking 2019 products to a wider market: www.ed.ac.uk/ HR department, edinburgh-innovations/for-students Hymans Robertson LLP, pensions, benefits and risk consultancy firm 26 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 27 Our story My story Using the Careers Service IAD skills training

Muhammad Musa Louise K Gramstrup MSc Sustainable Energy Systems PhD Religious Studies, graduate from Sudan from Denmark Muhammad works with engineers, Louise believes support from the consultants and analysts, helping UK Power University’s Institute for Academic Networks Services design and deliver Development will help her stand innovative smart grid projects aimed out in the competitive job market. at addressing the energy trilemma.

My PhD journey has been significantly Coming to Edinburgh, I must admit I was a bit overwhelmed enhanced by the IAD’s courses on professional at the start. I had tonnes of expectations for my time in the development. These are useful whether you city – to meet new people, see new places, get ahead of my are looking to pursue an academic career or studies and maybe look for a job – but starting a masters is make use of transferable skills. For instance, quite challenging, so after the first few weeks the main focus time management workshops help you was my studies. Luckily for me, I reached out to the Careers achieve a work-life balance while courses Service after getting advised to have a chat with them. on communication skills provide practical strategies for conference presentations. I was allocated a careers advisor who gave me direction Attending courses about academic writing on the services available online and face to face. I sent my CV skills significantly enhanced my thesis. and cover letter for review and, after getting feedback, ended Other workshops changed my approach to up changing almost the entire content. They helped me tailor Panagiotis Kefalas collaboration and outreach by making me them to be more informative and show the attributes MSc Sustainable Energy Systems graduate more assertive, self-aware, and knowledgeable about alternative mindsets. needed for roles I was applying for. I used the Careers Hub from Greece website, which shows available jobs per profession, but Besides supporting me as a researcher, mainly I used the interview simulator! This contributed to Panagiotis secured a job as an energy markets making me more prepared for my interviews. the IAD has also developed my teaching. analyst with Aurora Energy Research. I have completed a professional teaching I think the main take away here is just to approach the qualification recognised by the Higher Careers Service as early as possible. Get a hold of what’s Education Academy. I believe that this available to you and start thinking about your applications, qualification together with my CPD training from preparing your LinkedIn profile to attract recruiters to will make me stand out in a competitive job the extent of working on your interview skills to get the job market because I can demonstrate skills and Studying at the University of Edinburgh was a fantastic you dream of. a commitment to professional development experience. I met unique people from all around the world, as a result. received a warm welcome, and was taught by top experts in their fields. I also found support in every endeavour I was Finally, getting the chance to network with interested in pursuing. other researchers from different disciplines is a valuable side-benefit of attending Searching for a well-suited job to fit your future IAD courses, including the Local GRADSchool development goals is not always easy especially when you that brings together final-year PhD candidates have limited time. However, the University has a dedicated for three days to engage in professional and Careers Service to support and advise students. I received personal development activities. I have made very useful advice on top of informative talks with its close friends in this way with whom to share consultants. The whole process was smooth and I the ups and downs of PhD life. appreciated how simple it was to arrange a session with a consultant, discuss particular areas where I required advice, and receive tailored feedback.

I am now working with Aurora Energy Research in the field I am most interested in. Using the Careers Service was helpful for understanding the job market in the UK and for tackling job applications with the right approach. 28 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 29 My story Individual support for IAD skills training you and your studies Frankie Greenwood The University provides a wide range of support services PhD Health in Social Science to cater for your academic and personal needs. graduate, from England Frankie used skills training offered by the Institute for Academic Development to win a prestigious Institute for Academic Development Personal and academic support The Chaplaincy Centre competition and pass her PhD viva. All postgraduate students can benefit from Every taught postgraduate student has a Our Chaplaincy is for students of all faiths our Institute for Academic Development (IAD), Personal Tutor and every research student and of none. We cover a wide variety of which provides information, events and has a supervisor – a member of staff who beliefs, including humanism and all major courses to develop the skills you will need can offer guidance and support. world religions. All are welcome: throughout your studies and in the future. www.ed.ac.uk/chaplaincy IAD events also offer the perfect opportunity Health and wellbeing to meet and network with other We aim to provide an environment that Childcare Throughout my PhD, I felt it was important postgraduates from across the University. enables and supports you to flourish; to The University’s Arcadia Nursery, which to share and present my research ideas and promote good mental and physical health has sites at King's Buildings and Easter Bush, findings through conferences, public Further information is available online: among our students; and to ensure you are was designed by award-winning architects engagement events and knowledge exchange. www.ed.ac.uk/iad/postgraduates well supported if you experience mental around the concept of free play, and is This helped me identify where my work fits in health difficulties during your studies. catered to Children’s Food Trust and Food the wider academic field and gave me the For taught postgraduates, the IAD provides On campus, we are currently taking steps for the Brain standards. opportunity to develop invaluable networks a popular study-related and transferable skills to mitigate the impact of the Covid-19 within my research area. support programme. It is designed to help Coronavirus, adapting where necessary to Encompassing indoor and outdoor play, the you settle into postgraduate life, succeed provide a safe and welcoming environment. nursery has places for 0–5-year-olds and is In 2019 I won the University’s 3 Minute Thesis during your studies and move confidently We intend to be able to teach despite any open to students, staff and other local competition. I wanted to be able to share my to the next stage of your career. It offers travel restrictions, wherever our students are parents: www.arcadianursery.co.uk research with a wider audience and attended on-campus and online, workshops and in the world. We are shaping our delivery to the IAD training sessions. These proved an one-to-one study skills consultations, as well ensure all our students – here in Edinburgh Global students invaluable source of support and helped me as online advice and learning resources in the and online – will be fully part of our community. Edinburgh University Students’ Association develop the skills to present my complex Study Hub (www.ed.ac.uk/iad/studyhub). also provides support for our international research study in a clear and concise way. The programme and learning resources cover Student Counselling Service community of students, by tapping into the key study skills tailored to different academic Our Counselling Service offers you a wealth of language skills and cultural I also attended IAD’s Viva Survivor training stages, including prearrival sessions; getting professional and confidential service: knowledge of our vibrant global campus workshop, which had a significant impact on started with your studies; critical reading, www.ed.ac.uk/student-counselling community, to offer services such as peer the way I was able to prepare for and present writing and thinking; managing your proofreading, free taster language courses my research in my PhD. The presentation and exams; and planning for and writing up The Advice Place (more than 70 languages to choose from), research dissemination skills that I developed your dissertation. Our drop-in advice centre, run by Edinburgh and language networking events: played an important part in my success and University Students’ Association, offers free, www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/global I continue to use them regularly in employment. IAD also provides a comprehensive confidential and independent advice on a I’m now a part-time research assistant in the programme of transferable-skills training, range of issues: www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/advice English Language Education School of Health in Social Science and work resources and support for researchers Our English Language Education service offers part time for the Church of Scotland. As a completing a doctorate. The programme Student Disability Service free academic English tuition, self-study family and community development worker consists of workshops that are designed to Students with a disability are encouraged to materials and advice for international students there, I’m developing mental health, help you successfully prepare for the various discuss any specific support needs with one seeking support. You can take extra classes loneliness, bereavement and dementia milestones of your PhD, from getting started of our Disability Advisers as early as possible and an exam in the summer in Edinburgh support for our local community. with your research, to writing up and preparing during the application process. Our service before your programme starts, or take for the viva, as well as developing personal works to create an environment that helps additional classes after starting your studies: and professional skills that can be transferred disabled students participate fully in www.ed.ac.uk/english-language-education to your future employment. Workshops cover university life: topics such as writing skills, reference www.ed.ac.uk/student-disability-service Centre for Open Learning management tools, statistics, preparing for Our Centre for Open Learning offers around conferences, delivering presentations, time The University Health Centre 1,000 evening, weekend and part-time courses and project management, and personal All students should register with a doctor: each year. Full-time students at the University development. IAD also offers online resources www.health-service.ed.ac.uk are entitled to a significant discount on course and planning tools to help get your research fees: www.ed.ac.uk/short-courses started, as well as support for tutoring and For further information on UK medical care: demonstrating, and public engagement edin.ac/ukcisa-healthcare and communication. 30 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 31

Our story Radu Marian A global student community MSc International Business & Emerging Markets Making a global impact graduate from Moldova

As a welcoming global university, we offer on-campus Radu used his time at Edinburgh to further his EU and international students a range of additional ambitions to make a global impact. specialist services designed to make your move to Edinburgh as smooth and seamless as possible.

Edinburgh Global Immigration assistance International and Exchange Student Understanding the bigger picture of the challenges that business and Edinburgh Global is the central contact point Trained Immigration Advisers are available Society (IESS) governments face is my life’s mission and key to having a fulfilling for our international students. It can provide to assist you with visa advice, from the initial The IESS is a social and support society for career. It is also the key for me to have an impact and leave a legacy. you with the information and support you stage of applying to study in the UK, through all our students, particularly those from may need to settle in, and also runs events to graduation. We can help with bringing your overseas or on exchange in Edinburgh, which I chose to pursue MSc International Business & Emerging Markets and activities designed to support your family to Edinburgh or working during or offers opportunities to meet and interact with because I believe socially responsible businesses can play a key role experiences as a student: after your studies: people from all over the world. Staffed by a in solving global challenges such as poverty eradication and income www.ed.ac.uk/international www.ed.ac.uk/immigration volunteer student committee, the IESS runs inequality. The University and the programme helped me understand regular activities throughout the year designed my mission better and act on my philosophy. I met outstanding to help you make friends, experience the best Support begins early Your arrival like-minded people from all over the world and interacted with their You can contact Edinburgh Global for advice Travelling to the city of Edinburgh and then of Scotland and beyond, and ensure your stay world views, their culture, their challenges and their dreams. I learned at any time during or after the application on to any area of the University is relatively in Edinburgh is memorable: how they perceive dialogue, communication and success differently. process. We run online advice sessions and easy, no matter where you are coming from www.ed.ac.uk/international/iess With many of them, I built lasting friendships. Our consulting projects drop-ins, or you’re equally welcome to visit us! or how you choose to travel. Once you have with real-life companies allowed me to help them expand internationally Our Regional Managers regularly make trips received an offer to study at the University Our community and understand how such companies build a global outlook. abroad to attend education exhibitions and you can check online for essential information Our postgraduate community currently to hold a range of events for prospective about joining us: includes more than 10,800 taught students My experience at the University gave me everything I wanted from a applicants as well as pre-departure briefings www.ed.ac.uk/new-students and more than 5,700 research students. More masters experience in the UK – it strengthened my global outlook and for our offer-holders. than 9,800 of our postgraduates are from the my understanding of the bigger picture. Now it’s my time to act upon EU or overseas. Staying connected this experience and start having an impact – local and global. We organise a series of year-round social events and information sessions. Each Global Buddies September, we run a week-long programme A peer support programme which connects of orientation events for new students at scholars from all around the world, supports Edinburgh and other ongoing activities. the transition to a new city and builds More information on You can also attend our study-skills event, long-lasting friendships. Global Buddies will upcoming trips: which introduces and explains the Scottish help you meet people and face the challenges www.ed.ac.uk/ academic system to new international of a new academic and cultural environment Soufia Bham postgraduate/meet-us taught masters students: together. Email: [email protected] MSc Global Health & Public Policy graduate www.ed.ac.uk/international/student-life from Mauritius Online student support Please see page 08 or go to: www.ed.ac.uk/ postgraduate/online-learning Soufia developed as a leader and activist, helping improve healthcare access.

Where our students are from I wanted to focus on improving access to sexual and reproductive Taught students Research students health services for underserved communities and decided to pursue an MSc in global health and public policy. The guest lectures allowed me to Scotland Rest of engage in discussions on health and rights with a wide range of experts the world Scotland and activists. This was instrumental in allowing me to connect theoretical aspects of policymaking to real life efforts. 2,285 1,895 1,505 As a Mastercard Foundation scholar, I further benefited from the 5,320 Edinburgh Award in transformational leadership, during which we reflected what it means to be a leader and put our leadership skills 1,845 Elsewhere in into practice. the UK* 1,155 1,190 1,415 My experiences helped me refine my academic interests and develop confidence in my leadership journey and activism. I became aware Elsewhere in of the diversity of perspectives and approaches to solving global the UK* Rest of challenges and was able to focus my efforts to best impact the the world Elsewhere in Elsewhere in communities I serve. I feel well equipped to deal with the challenges of a career in policy advocacy and grassroots work on healthcare access. the EU the EU *And the Channel Islands and Isle of Man 32 www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/fees-finance Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 33 Fees, funding and costs

We offer academically outstanding candidates a variety of postgraduate scholarships and studentships.

The University offers an extensive range of scholarships and funding opportunities, of which the following is just a small sample.

The University's Scholarships and Student Scholarships • The Mastercard Foundation Funding Services can also provide guidance • University of Edinburgh Scholars Program on sources of scholarships, loans and other Alumni Scholarships Up to 50 postgraduate scholarships for funding opportunities. Please email: We offer a 10 per cent scholarship towards on-campus and online masters study with [email protected] postgraduate fees to all alumni who transformative leadership training are graduated from the University as an available. Applicants should usually undergraduate, and to all students who reside in and be citizens of a Sub-Saharan spent at least one semester studying at African country. Scholarships cover full Funding search the University on a visiting programme: tuition fees, accommodation and You can see our full range www.ed.ac.uk/student-funding/ maintenance. Applicants should apply to of scholarships online: alumni-scholarships the scholarship directly: www.ed.ac.uk/ www.ed.ac.uk/student-funding/ global/mastercard-foundation • Chevening Scholarships postgraduate The Foreign and Commonwealth Office • PhD Scholarships To search for funding opportunities, visit: funds a number of Chevening Scholarships There are a number of full scholarships www.ed.ac.uk/student-funding/search for postgraduate study, for one-year taught available covering fees and a stipend. The masters degrees. Full details of these length of these varies between subject areas Additional funding opportunities may awards can be obtained from your local and Schools but typically covers three to become available in the year prior to embassy or high commission: four years. They aim to provide training to entry. This is normally during October www.chevening.org become an autonomous researcher as well or November. It is worth checking back as additional training in areas such as • Commonwealth Scholarships periodically for the most up to date entrepreneurship, teaching, public The Commonwealth Scholarship and information available. engagement, knowledge exchange and data Fellowship Plan provides opportunities for science. Full details can be found on School students in one Commonwealth country websites or via our scholarships portal: to pursue advanced academic study at www.ed.ac.uk/student-funding/ masters or MPhil/PhD level in another postgraduate Commonwealth country. Applications are made to the Commonwealth Scholarship Agency (usually the Ministry of Education) in the applicant’s home country: cscuk.dfid.gov.uk

You will find up-to-date fee levels for your specific programme online: www.ed.ac.uk/student-funding/ tuition-fees/postgraduate

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Fees, funding and costs (continued) My story Accessing funding

Research councils* UK Government loans* Tuition fees • Arts and Humanities Research Council • The Student Awards Agency Scotland offers You will find up-to-date fee levels for your (AHRC) www.sgsah.ac.uk/dtp/ eligible students tuition fee loans for taught degree at: www.ed.ac.uk/tuition-fees Lisa Wijayani • Economic and Social Research Council and research programmes at diploma and MSc Ecological Economics (ESRC) www.sgsss.ac.uk masters level, which will be paid directly to You will find information on other studying • Biotechnology and Biological Sciences the University. Eligible full-time students and living costs online: www.ed.ac.uk/ graduate from Indonesia Research Council (BBSRC) can also apply for a non-income assessed postgraduate/fees-finance www.bbsrc.ac.uk living cost loan: www.saas.gov.uk Lisa received one of the Chevening scholarships, which recognise • Engineering and Physical Sciences • Student Finance England offers eligible Please note: UK and Scottish Governments Research Council (EPSRC) students postgraduate loans for taught have confirmed that most non-UK EU future global leaders and bring www.epsrc.ac.uk and research masters programmes and students commencing study in 2021/22 will them to the UK to study and gain • Medical Research Council (MRC) also for doctoral degree study: no longer be treated as 'home' students in relation to fee status or access to funding. multicultural experience. www.mrc.ac.uk www.gov.uk/student-finance • National Environment Research Council (NERC) www.nerc.ac.uk • Student Finance Wales offers eligible Final fee regulations are not yet available but • Science and Technology Facilities Council students postgraduate finance for taught are expected to clarify fee status for those with (STFC) www.stfc.ac.uk and research masters programmes, and settled status and for Irish citizens (under the postgraduate loans for doctoral degree Common Travel Agreement) – we will provide Before coming to the UK, I worked on study: www.studentfinancewales.co.uk further information as soon as we can. economic development, emphasising the • Student Finance Northern Ireland offers role of entrepreneurship in Southeast Asia. Please check online, where we will keep eligible students a tuition fee loan for I became interested in climate change and information updated as it becomes available, taught and research programmes, at sustainability issues then set my goal to be and review the latest situation before you apply. certificate, diploma, and masters level, an environmental economist. I desire to make which is paid directly to the University: a global impact by rendering policy advocacy www.studentfinanceni.co.uk and initiatives that can tackle environmental We also recommend you review the problems through economic policy. comprehensive guidance provided at: edin.ac/findamasters-pg-funding The University has equipped me with strong knowledge and broadened my perspective. I have acquired practical knowledge of implementing economic methods to evaluate ecosystem services as well as a vigorous understanding of economic theory to attain *During the 2020/21 academic year, funding from research councils and UK Government loans was available to sustainability. I will use this to aid my UK and EU students. However, EU students commencing study in 2021/22 are advised to check how the outcome dissertation research, in which I aim to of the UK/EU exit negotiations affects these and other funding opportunities before applying. discover potential improvements and provide recommendations for policy makers in Indonesia to further enhance entrepreneurship and strengthen the sustainable economy.

I am fortunate to have received a prestigious scholarship. The University has provided me with good opportunities, often bringing external speakers to give lectures relevant to their field that help me engage with experts beyond the University. The University offers a complete package of educational and professional improvement that I am grateful to be given a chance to seize.

Living costs Funding tips For information on the day-to-day cost We know that finding the finances to fund your studies can seem overwhelming. of living in Edinburgh, please use our We've compiled some top tips for how to make the most of your funding application. online budget planner and money- These include: saving tips to help you plan ahead: • Be organised. Begin your funding search and apply early. Be aware of deadlines. www.ed.ac.uk/students/living-costs • Cast your net wide and apply for as many opportunities as possible. • Make sure you are eligible and that your application meets the funding criteria. • Tailor your personal statement so each application stands out from the crowd. You can find out more online: www.ed.ac.uk/student-funding/funding-tips 36 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 37

Regularly voted one of the most desirable Open your heart to places to live in the world, Edinburgh is large enough to offer something for everyone but Edinburgh was small enough to feel like home. It is a modern, ranked 15th in the sophisticated and beautiful European city world by QS Best Student Cities 2019. with a diverse multicultural community. Edinburgh Well known for its friendly people, its safe green environment and its compact size – Edinburgh is easy to get around – the city has The University is at the heart of the city of a great social and cultural life, a busy sporting Edinburgh. Scotland’s inspiring capital will be calendar and a rich history. Edinburgh is home the stimulating backdrop to your studies. It is to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and was the world’s first UNESCO City of Literature. one of Europe’s great cultural hubs, boasting an irresistible blend of history, natural beauty Edinburgh’s location is perfect for adventurers and modern city life. – there are few other places in the world with such diverse and readily accessible opportunities, from snowboarding to surfing. Scotland’s natural beauty is as little as a walk or bike ride away from the city limits – from the Pentland Hills to the south to the coastline along the Firth of Forth to the north. Scotland offers one of the longest coastlines for a country of our size, so a visit to one of the city's beaches is highly recommended. A single day in Edinburgh could see you “Edinburgh is one of Europe’s hillwalking in the morning, lazing on the beach in the afternoon, and enjoying the treasures most beautiful cities, draped of the medieval lanes and Michelin-starred across a series of rocky hills restaurants by night. overlooking the sea.”

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“Edinburgh has that perfect balance between the amenities of a capital city and the charm of a small town.”

Caroline Stevens, USA MA (Hons) Sociology with Quantitative Methods 38 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 39

In the summer months the pace of city life usually accelerates as Edinburgh’s world-famous annual festivals get under way. The city usually hosts 30 festivals each year, attracting almost four million visitors. Many of these feature venues on campus or near to the University. Although the impact of the Covid-19 Coronavirus led to the cancellation of the festivals in 2020, we remain hopeful of seeing Edinburgh's festivals reinstated in future years.

Edinburgh’s festivals include: International Science Festival International Film Festival Jazz and Blues Festival International Festival and Festival Fringe Art Festival The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo International Book Festival Edinburgh Mela Edinburgh’s Hogmanay

“My horizons have been broadened by my experience at Edinburgh. Classmates come from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and I enjoy learning with them.”

Jialin Dong, from China, MSc Applied Linguistics 40 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 41

Open days Virtual Visit Our visits to you We offer many opportunities for you to join us Can’t visit in person? Explore the University If you are unable to visit the University, we in Edinburgh and find out more about the and city online to find out what its like to live attend events worldwide whenever possible University – including Online Information and study here: www.virtual-visit.ed.ac.uk during the year. Find out about your next Visit us Sessions to access from the comfort of your opportunity to speak to us in person: own home and Open Days you can attend in Travel www.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate/meet-us We encourage you to discover if person or online. Find out what event we're Edinburgh is easily accessible and is served Edinburgh is the place for you, and hosting next: www.ed.ac.uk/visit/open-days by an excellent international airport, and rail we invite anyone interested in and road links across the country. postgraduate study at Edinburgh Please also see page 44 for other ways you can contact us and find out more. Travel information to attend one of our events. www.ed.ac.uk/visit/getting-here Find out about our next available tour: www.ed.ac.uk/ visit/tours

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London 42 www.accom.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 43 Accommodation

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S 09 Pentland 13 T for access to email and the internet. the range of £6,052–£9,680. Up to date rent THE 03 MEADOWS MAIN 01 10 Ratcliffe Terrace Our development at Buccleuch Place, next information for 2021 will be available online. LIBRARY 11 Richmond Place Guarantees and deadlines to George Square in the Central Area is a mix M 12 West Mains Road ELVIL You are guaranteed an offer of University of traditional and new accommodation, with Sharing rooms LE DR POLLOCK accommodation if: en suite and shared-facility bedrooms in If you are interested in sharing and express RD 13 George Square PK MA DER HALLS EN Many of our Schools are located in the city • you are a new, single postgraduate taught cluster flats that share a purpose-built this in your application, we will do our best to RR RCHMON SCIENNES RD 02 WA (PGT) student from outside the UK and EU; common room. satisfy your request. There are advantages to centre, with the Royal Mile and Princes Street close by.

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• you will be studying in Edinburgh for the types of accommodation, while a private If you are not guaranteed an offer of RD Palace of Holyroodhouse. whole of the academic year starting in dining room can be booked for special University accommodation, or if you choose

. 17 King’s Buildings September 2021 occasions and events. On every floor of not to take up such an offer, you will probably Science and engineering subjects (other than bedrooms there is access to one quiet area need to use private sector accommodation. informatics) are taught at King’s Buildings, Online applications for accommodation can and one active area and there is a further For more information, please visit: a 10-minute bus ride from the Central Area. THE ROYAL WE typically be made from the beginning of social area that includes a large common www.domus.ed.ac.uk ST MAINS RD OBSERVATORY 18 Edinburgh Bioquarter March. Offers of accommodation are then room, quiet study room, meeting/TV room 12 The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh lies four miles made from the end of May onwards. and three sound-proofed music practice from the city centre, next to our medical 17 rooms. These are available to students in 01 teaching and research facilities. the Residence Hall and in the adjoining 19 Easter Bush/Roslin cluster flats at O’Shea Hall North and O’Shea KING’S BUILDINGS Six miles south of the Central Area is the Royal Hall South. CAMPUS (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, including the prestigious Small and Large Animal We also offer accommodation for those with Hospitals and the Roslin Institute. University building disabilities. For details, please contact our 05 5-minute walk 20 Western General The research-intensive facilities of the Western Allocations team. 15-minute walk To apply, find out General hospital are a 20-minute bus journey more or take a virtual from the Central Area. 19 tour, please visit: View our maps online: www.accom.ed.ac.uk 07 www.ed.ac.uk/maps TO EASTER BUSH CAMPUS 44 www.ed.ac.uk Postgraduate Guide 2021 The University of Edinburgh 45 What's next?

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