About The Program
You can never really know your own culture until you get outside of it. Studying abroad in Scotland is like stepping straight into an interactive history book. Every corner of the landscape shows signs of the past. Occupying the northern part of the island of the United Kingdom, Scotland is a land of wide open sky and lonely landscapes of high cliffs and crashing waves. This program is a full immersion experience, which means you’ll be treated like any other Scottish student. Craft your full-time course schedule based on your academic needs just like back home. Attend class with local Scots and international students from all over the world.
Where you'll study
The University of Edinburgh has five main campuses across the city of Edinburgh with many buildings in the historic Old Town. Home to the oldest literary awards, alma mater of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and birthplace of Dolly the sheep, the University of Edinburgh has been influencing history and culture since it opened in 1583. Despite the city’s relatively small size and population, Edinburgh offers all the social and cultural assets of a large city, including a wide range of museums and art galleries. The city’s international airport and centrally located rail station make it easy to be one of the leading tourist destinations. Edinburgh is the world’s leading festival city and the university is the primary coordinator of all festival activity throughout the year. Hundreds of student clubs and societies offer immersion in everything from astrobiology to Harry Potter to the Tango. Don’t miss the student-run International and Exchange Student Society, a great place for a coffee while you read about subsidized trips around Scotland and other parts of the United Kingdom.
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From The Californian Abroad
At the end of my internship, I had a new wealth of knowledge and some amazing travel stories. Looking back, I wouldn't have wanted to spend my summer any other way. Thanks and farewell Edinburgh!
My time in Scotland was nothing short of instrumental to my career. I have just returned from the best five months of my college career and potentially even my life ... so far, that is!
My experience between the months of September to late December was definitely formative. The wide variety of roles and participation in projects meant I learned new skills all the time, and as I leave, I am a changed individual. I appreciate the space to grow and learn; it has further solidified my passion for working in the international realm.
Studying abroad in Scotland was truly a life-changing and unforgettable experience. The academics were top-notch, and the city of Edinburgh was breathtaking. Whether I was walking the Royal Mile, exploring Edinburgh Castle, or relaxing in charming cafés, Edinburgh had so much to offer. Through this opportunity, I was able to experience a different culture, meet new people, and step out of my comfort zone to grow!
Studying abroad in Edinburgh was a life-changing and unforgettable experience. Not only were the academics top-notch, but the city was breathtaking. Whether walking down the Royal Mile, exploring Edinburgh Castle, or relaxing in charming cafés, the city had so much to offer. I was able to experience a new culture and people, step out of my comfort zone, and grow.
I moved to Scotland wholly unprepared. I didn't become a new person, but I learned new ways to view time passing. I learned how to call a place home and say goodbye. Studying abroad was not the story I thought I would tell - there was no jetting off to other countries or falling into a whirlwind romance. I walked and walked and learned how to say yes to the unexpected. I learned to be okay with the temporary and to embrace the fleeting moments.
I gained real-world experience on this internship, and I feel more confident in my abilities and the application of those skills. I feel more adult, having finally experienced a job and seeing how others work and communicate with each other. As a result of this internship, I have a better understanding of what I want out of my future career. I cannot say enough good things about the people I worked with; everyone was dedicated, open, compassionate, and intelligent. It was genuinely a joy to go to meetings with the feeling that my ideas would be heard and that I could impact the conversation for the better.
Beyond developing technical skills for my future data science career, I learned the crucial art of presenting complex findings clearly. When sharing my analysis with colleagues, I discovered that being a data scientist isn't just about analyzing data—it's about making insights accessible and actionable for team members from all backgrounds.