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2. Welcome! Why choose the University of Edinburgh?
Applicant Information Session
Malaysia March 2012
Why choose the University of Edinburgh?
The University
The City of Edinburgh
Degree structure
What happens next?
Accommodation
Facilities
Student experience 2

3. The University Influencing the world since 1583 Over 30,000 students
Over 20,000 undergraduates, 10,000+ postgraduates
One of the largest universities in the UK
33% students from outside the UK
140 different nationalities
3 Colleges, 22 Schools
Merged with Edinburgh College of Art
Numerous networks and global partnerships:
Influencing the world since 1583 – one of the UK’s 6 ancient universities
Over 30,000 students – largest university in Scotland, over 20,000 undergraduates
Numerous networks and global partnerships, including:
The Russell Group - represents the 20 leading UK universities which are committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivalled links with business and the public sector.
Universitas 21 - an international network of 21 leading research intensive universities across 14 countries
LERU - (The League of European Research Universities) - an association of 20 research-intensive universities, sharing the values of high-quality teaching within an environment of internationally competitive research
Fairtrade Foundation - The University has a long term commitment to the use of Fairtrade products and is proud to be Scotland's first Fairtrade University 3 3

4. The City of Edinburgh
Population around 500,000, students make up over one tenth
Historic, cosmopolitan, safe, cultured city
Favourite UK city Guardian/Observer Travel Awards 2011
One of the most vibrant cities in Europe and most desirable places to live in the world
World’s first UNESCO City of Literature
UNESCO World Heritage Site
12 annual festivals, including the world’s largest arts festival
Financial centre
Excellent transport networks
In 2011 Edinburgh won “Favourite UK City” in the Guardian/Observer Travel Awards for the 12th consecutive year.
Study in Edinburgh
Students make up over one tenth of Edinburgh’s population. 56,500 students are enrolled in Edinburgh's internationally recognized universities.
There are 14,500 overseas students enrolled in Edinburgh’s four universities – 6,200 from inside the European Union and 8,300 from outside the EU.Edinburgh is the world's first UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) City of Literature. This title bestows international recognition on Edinburgh as a world centre for literature and literary activity
UNESCO status
Edinburgh is well known for its historic buildings and world-class museums. Its Medieval Old Town and 18th Century New Town both have UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Edinburgh is also the first city in the world to become a UNESCO “World City of Literature”. For more information on literary seminars and events, please visit the Edinburgh City of Literature website:
Edinburgh – The Festival City
During the summer festival season, the population of Edinburgh increases to over 1 million. Overall, more than 4 million people attend Edinburgh’s 12 major annual festivals which collectively generate more than £260 million for the Scottish economy.
Financial Sector
Edinburgh is the UK’s 2nd and Europe’s 7th most competitive financial centre.
38,300 people, or 12.2% of the city’s employees, are employed in financial services.
The city has critical mass in banking, life insurance, fund management, asset servicing and support services.
Connectivity
Edinburgh is one of Scotland’s best connected areas with transport networks linking the city with the rest of the UK, Europe and beyond.
There are 40 flights each weekday from Edinburgh to London and connections to more than 20 UK and Ireland hubs and throughout the world.
There are 25 train services from Edinburgh to London each weekday and the fastest service takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. 4

5. The University in the city
Map shows University locations in relation to Princes Street and the wider city
George Square
Pollock Halls
King’s Buildings
Little France 5

6. Edinburgh’s Climate Edinburgh enjoys a moderate year-round climate
Edinburgh has the same annual rainfall as New York and Rome, with a varied, temperate climate, just a couple of degrees cooler than London.

7. The University
One of the top UK universities and study destinations within Europe
Ranked 20th in the world by QS World University Rankings 2011
One of the world’s leading research universities, RAE 2008
Excellent reputation for teaching & research – over 80% academic staff active in research
Innovative and quality assured teaching standards
Associated with 11 Nobel Prize winners
The University of Edinburgh: rated as the best place to be in the UK by international students
ISB Summer 2011
Ranked 20th in the world by the THE-QS World University Rankings th in UK, 5th in Europe
One of the world’s leading research universities, RAE % of the University’s research activity is in the highest categories (4* and 3*), of which one third is recognised as “world-leading”.
Innovative and quality assured teaching standards - recent innovative teaching methods for postgraduates have included weblogs, Skype and Second Life virtual tutorials.
Associated with 9 Nobel Prize winners – in areas such as Physics, Medicine, Economics 7

8. Research Profile Over 80% academic staff active in research
96% of the University’s research disciplines were rated as ‘world leading’ RAE 2008
Number 5 in the UK for research RAE 2008
Over 1,000 international research collaborations
A new company is formed at the University every 2 weeks
2 Science Parks have been established at the University
£248 million was awarded to the University for research in 2009 8

9. Distinguished Alumni Charles Darwin, Naturalist
David Hume, Philosopher
Joseph Lister, Surgeon
Piers Sellers, NASA Astronaut
Gordon Brown, previous UK Prime Minister
Adam Smith, Economist
James Clerk Maxwell, Physicist
Sir Walter Scott, Writer
Ian Rankin, UK's bestselling crime author
JK Rowling, Writer
John Witherspoon, Clergyman, signatory of US Declaration of Independence
Sir Christopher Hoy, one of the UK’s most successful Olympians 9

10. Academic Structure 3 Colleges: College of Humanities & Social Science
College of Science & Engineering
College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
22 Schools:
All research-active
119 academic disciplines
600+ Undergraduate degrees
160+ Postgraduate taught courses
130+ Research degrees 10

11. College of Humanities & Social Science
Schools:
Business
Edinburgh College of Art
Divinity
Economics
Education
Health in Social Science
History, Classics and Archaeology
Law
Literatures, Languages and Cultures
Philosophy, Psychology & Language Sciences
Social and Political Science 11

12. College of Science & Engineering
Schools:
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Engineering
Geosciences
Informatics
Mathematics
Physics & Astronomy 12

13. College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
Medical Sciences (BSc)
Medicine (MBChB)
Oral Health Sciences (BSc)
Veterinary Medicine (BVM&S) 13

14. UK Postgraduate Degrees
Taught degrees
MSc, MBA, MEd, MMus, MTheol, LLM
Usually 1 year in duration, 9 months taught,
3 months research
Assessed by coursework, examination and
a dissertation or project
Research degrees
MSc by Research, 1 year in duration,
90% research
a dissertation
MPhil, 2 years in duration
Assessed by thesis
PhD, 3 years in duration 14

15. UK Undergraduate Degrees
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the majority of Honours degrees are 3 years in duration with specialisation from the outset
In Scotland, the majority of degrees are
4 years (Honours)
This is because Scottish degrees have lots of flexibility and choice of subjects to study in lower years, with specialisation by third year
Often this gives students the opportunity to sample several subjects before choosing in which to specialise
Ancient universities confer Master of Arts (MA) for undergraduate degrees in social sciences 15

16. Degree structure England Scotland USA (Liberal Arts)
Apply to Single / Joint
“Major”
Possible “Major”
Core curriculum
Year 1
Degree
“Major” & 2-4 subjects
Year 2
Declare “Major”
Declare Major
Year 3
Honours Year
Dissertation/ Research project
Degree award: BA/BSc
Study Abroad
Major
Year 4 / exit qualification
Degree award: MSc
Dissertation
Degree award: MA/BSc
Degree award: BA 16 16

17. Example degree structure
Year One English Language 1 English Literature 1 Other Subject A
Year Two English Language 2 English Literature 2 Other Subject B
Options: English Language, Single Honours Degree
English Language & Literature, Joint Honours Degree
English Literature, Single Honours Degree
Year Three English Language
Year Four English Language
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18. Example degree structure
Year One Informatics 1 Mathematics 1 Other Subject A
Year Two Informatics 2 (Double course) Mathematics 2
Options: Computer Science (or Artificial Intelligence/ Software Engineering/ Cognitive Science - as Informatics courses common to all), Single Honours Degree
Computer Science & Mathematics, Joint Honours Degree
Mathematics, Single Honours Degree
Year Three Computer Science & Mathematics
Year Four Computer Science & Mathematics
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19. Teaching and Assessment
Encourage independent thinking, reasoning and research skills
Emphasis on independent study, self-motivation and critical thinking
Taught through lectures, seminars, tutorials
Contact hours vary by subject, average 12 hours per week
Assessment by coursework and examination
Study abroad option available for many degrees
Academic year is divided into 2 semesters:
Semester Sep – 14 Dec 2012
Semester Jan - 25 May 2013 19

20. Support for your studies
Director of Studies or Supervisor
First point of contact if you have any concerns or problems
Institute for Academic Development (IAD)
Workshops, resources, one-to-one support for studying effectively, planning for exams, writing essays
Peer Proofreading*
Trained, reliable volunteers proofread assignments, spot basic grammar and spelling errors
*More information from Edinburgh University Students’ Association (EUSA) 20 20 20

21. Exchange Partners Australia University of Melbourne
University of New South Wales
University of Queensland
University of Sydney
Canada
University of British Columbia
Carleton University
McGill University
Queen's University
University of Toronto
China
Fudan University Hong Kong University
Peking University
ERASMUS 180 links, 20+ countries
India
University of Delhi
New Zealand
University of Auckland
Massey University
University of Otago
South Korea
Konkuk University
Korea University
Singapore
National University of Singapore
South America
Universidad de San Andres, Argentina
Universidad de las Americas, Mexico
Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile
USA
Barnard College
CalTech
University of California
University of Chicago
Georgetown University
George Washington University
Haverford College
Iowa State University
University of Miami
Michigan State University
University of Mississippi
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
University of Pennsylvania
University of Richmond
University of Austin Texas
University of Virginia
University of Washington
Washington University St Louis
Two study abroad options – international exchange/erasmus
Edinburgh has Erasmus agreements with around 180 universities in more than 20 countries. Exchange links for study placements are between departments rather than institutions, so where you can go will depend on what you study.
A number of other subject-specific exchanges are available (these are not part of the International Exchange programme). 21

22. Applicant links
Subject Info sheets:
School websites:
Detailed info: 22

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24. Tuition Fees Annual fees for academic year 2012-2013 Undergraduate
£12,650 (non-lab) / £16,650+ (lab / studio)
Medicine £20,600 (Y1 &2 ) £34,850 (Y3, 4 & 5)
Veterinary £26,400 - £19,950
Medicine (YR1 - YR5)
Postgraduate Taught
£13,050 / £15,750+
Postgraduate Research
£13,050 / £15,000+
Cost of living estimate
£7,000 - £8,000 24

25. Managing money at university
A typical weekly expenditure by a student could include:
Approximate weekly cost
Self-catered flat
Halls- half board
Rent / Hall fees (Includes electricity, heating & contents insurance)
£95
£166
Food
£50
£15 (lunches etc)
Phone (Landline / mobile – varies depending on package)
£10
TV licence
£2.80
Clothes
£13
Travel
Books, stationery & photocopying
Laundry and toiletries £8
Fun
£25
Total approximate weekly living costs
£223.80
£259.80

26. Scholarships
University scholarships awarded on the basis of academic merit
Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Scholarships
15 worth £2,000
Deadline: 2 April 2012
Edinburgh Global Masters Scholarships
15 worth £5000, 25 worth £3000
Applicants should already have been offered a place at the University and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so
Applicants should already have been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so. Preference will be given to candidates who have not already had the opportunity to study in Scotland.
Further information can be found on our website:
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27. Learning Facilities 17 libraries
Main library undergoing a £60 million refurbishment
Special collections
UK’s largest campus computer network
Located close to key learning resources, including the National Library and National Gallery of Scotland
Well established links with professions and industry
State of the art facilities and the opportunity to work with top academics
17 libraries – all covering different subject areas, at Edinburgh you will have access to one of the largest and most important academic libraries in the world.
The main library - is Europe’s 3rd largest academic library,
Special Collections – include rare manuscripts and archives, books and photographs much of which cannot be found anywhere else in the world
UK’s largest campus computer network – many locations have 24 hour access and there is wireless connection at several sites across campus 27

28. International Student Support
Pre arrival advice and guidance
Visa and immigration advice
Airport welcome
Director of Studies / Supervisor
Study support
Careers service
MyEd
Social events programme: Global Horizons
Hospitality schemes
International Student Centre
Chaplaincy centre
On campus health centre
Airport welcome – the International Office run a welcome service at Edinburgh airport during arrival weekend
Social events programme: Global Horizons - Global Horizons is a festival which celebrates and promotes the diversity of our international student population through music, arts, dance and sporting events.
Director of Studies - Every new student is appointed a Director of Studies who you meet in Fresher’s week, they are a member of teaching staff from your School who provides you with academic guidance.
Study Support - Our Centre for Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA) can help you to develop effective learning techniques and run workshops throughout the year on, for example, exam techniques, the transition to university study and writing essays. The students’ association also holds free workshops on subjects such as presentation and communication skills and teamwork.
MyEd – the University’s web portal which you can access from anywhere in the world and view information at a glance about things you need to do - for example checking information on the books you’ve loaned from the library, or whether you have new waiting. 28

29. Student Experience Over 260 student societies
65 sports clubs, 5* rated sports facilities
Student radio station, weekly newspaper and the UK’s oldest student-run theatre company
The University has finished in the top 5 in the British Universities and Colleges Sport rankings every year for the last 5 years
5 student union buildings
International students’ centre
The University of Edinburgh: voted the best UK university for clubs and societies by international students ISB Summer 2011
UK’s oldest student-run theatre company - Bedlam Theatre is the oldest student-run theatre in Britain, all aspects of the production from acting to lighting to taking the tickets are carried out by the student membership. The theatre stages over 40 shows every year.
5* rated sports facilities – one of the biggest and best equipped gyms in Scotland, including a pool and indoor climbing wall. Equipment is renewed every 2 years. £5M extension just opened.
BUCS – organises sporting competitions across UK institutions for over 50 different sports.
Outdoor centre in Perthshire – offers sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, mountain biking in summer and cross country skiing in winter
International Students’ Centre - the ISC runs trips, tours and events for international students throughout the academic year 29

30. A-Z of Student Societies
Aberdeen FC Supporters Club (EU) African & Arabic Dance Society African & Caribbean Society African Relations Circle
AIESEC Air Squadron
Amnesty International Anime and Animation Society Archaeology Society Architecture Sans Frontier Society Art Society Baha'i Society Ballroom Dance Society
Barnardo’s Society Bhangra Crew Big 2 BioSoc Bisexual Lesbian or Gay BLOGS Brass Band Bridge Club
Bright Futures Edinburgh Buddhist Bulgarian Society
BUNAC
Capoeira Society Catholic Students' Union Celtic Supporters Club Chamber Choir Chamber Orchestra Changeringers (Guild of)
Charity Fashion Society
Cheerleading Society 'The Vixens'
Chemical Engineering Society
Chemical Society Chess Club Chi Soc
Childrens Holiday Venture Chill Out Society Chinese Cultural Society Chinese Students' Association Choc Soc
Christian Union Classics Society
Clinical Psychologists in Training Comedy and That
Composers' Orchestra Computer Society
Confucianism Study Society
Conservative & Unionist Association
Create Society
Debates Committee Diabetes Society
Diagnostic Society Dirty Weekenders (Conservationists) Drumming Society Duke of Edinburgh Award
Economics Edinburgh Exchange Support Society Edinburgh Global Partnerships Edinburgh Worshippers of Cthulhu Society
Engineering Engineers Without Borders Edinburgh English Language and Linguistics Society English Literature Society
Entrepreneurial Society
Exmoor Pony Trekking Section Exped
Fair Trade Café Film Society First Aiding Society
Flamenco Folk Song Society Fonelisco Orphanage Project Society Football Supporters Association Footlights Formal Attire Running Club of Edinburgh
Frequently Asked Questions Society Fresh Air (Student Radio)
GameSoc GEAS (Roleplaying) Geography Society Geolsoc German Society
Goth and Rock Society Hellenic Society Highland Society History Society Hitch
Hong Kong International Society
Humanist Society
Hung Ga Appreciation Society
iCUE Indie Ink Magazine
International Relations Forum
Some of the societies students can join. If you can't find something you're interested in, you can always start your own! 30

31. A-Z of Student Societies continued…!
Irish
Islamic Society Italian Society
Japanese Jazz Orchestra Jewish Society Juggling Society
Korean Society
Labour Club Law Society
Liberal Democrats Malaysian Students Marrow Society Mathematics & Statistics
Mature & Grad Medics Mature Law Students' Society Meadow’s Half Marathon
Medics
Mediterranean Gastronomic
MedSIN-UK Mexicanos En Edimburgo Middle Eastern Society Model United Nations Modern Dance Society Movie Production Society Music Society Musical Medics Society
New Scotland Country Dance Nightline Nomad Magazine
Nursing Society
Officers Training Corps
Oxvol (Oxfam Volunteers)
Palestine Solidarity Society People & Planet Persian Society Philosophy Society
Photographic Society
Physics Society Pizza Hereos
Poker Society Politics Society
Pool Society Portuguese & Brazilian Society Postgrad Society
Pro Evolution Soccer Society Psychology Society
Reeling Club Renaissance Singers Revelation Rock Gospel Choir Romanian Society Russian Society
Save the Animals Campaign
Savoy Opera Group
Scandinavian Society Science Fiction & Fantasy Scottish Ethnology Society Scottish Romanian Language Link (SCROLL) Scottish Socialist Students' Society Self defence Society
Shekter Soc
Sign Society Singapore Students Singers (EU)
Snooker Society South Asian Society Spanish and Latino Society Standing Ovation Stop Aids String Orchestra Student Action for Autism
Student Action For Refugees (STAR) Student Cancer Fund
Student Christian Movement Student Newspaper Student Scout and Guide Organisation
Students Supporting Street Kids (SSSK) Studio Opera Swahili Club Swing Dance Society
Tai Chi Chuan Taiwanese Society Tango Tennent's Lager Appreciation Society Theatre Company (Bedlam) Tibet Society Trading & Investment Club
Travel Society
Twisters Association
Untapped Talent
Vedic Society
Veterinary Zoological
Wargames Water of Life Welsh Society
Yoga Society 31

32. Colours of Malaysia
hosted by Edinburgh Malaysian Students Association (EMSA)
2012 – Rainforest theme
Live music & dance performances
Delicious food
Games & prizes
Traditional handicrafts
Check out more photos at 32

33. Student Sports Clubs
Archery Club Association Football Club M Association Football Club F Athletics Club Badminton Club Basketball Club Boat Club Boxing Club Canoe Club Cricket Club
Cross Country Curling Club Cycling Club Exmoor Pony Trekking S. Fencing Club
Gliding Club Golf Club Hare & Hounds
Hillwalking Club Hockey Club (Male)
Hockey Club (Female)
Hot Air Balloon Club Ice Hockey Club Judo Club Ju Jitsu Club Karate Club (Shotokan) Karate Club (Shukokai) Kendo Club Korfball Club Lacrosse Club F Lacrosse Club M Motor Sport Club Mountaineering Club Netball Club Orienteering Club Rifle Club
Roller Hockey Club Rugby Club (Male)
Rugby Club (Female)
Sailing Club Shinty Club Skydiving Club
Snowsports Club Squash Club Sub Aqua Club Swimming & Water Polo Club Table Tennis Club Tennis Club Trampoline Club Triathlon Club Ultimate Frisbee Club Volleyball Club Weightlifting Club Windsurfing & Surfing Club
Some of the sports clubs students can join. If you can't find something you're interested in, you can always start your own! 33

34. What Happens Next? Reply to your offers
Undergraduate
UCAS Firm acceptance / Insurance acceptance
Remember to reply by the deadlines
Postgraduate
As soon as you meet your conditions, update your application online (MyEd)
Supply passport information when requested
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS number issued by the University)
new students’ International Guide –
comprehensive guide containing
information about what you need to do
before leaving home, when you arrive in
the UK, and after you arrive in Edinburgh 34

35. What happens next? If accepting Edinburgh’s offer…
Apply for Accommodation online
Whether accepting as UF, CF, UI or CI
Application deadlines
- UG must apply by 16 August
- PG must apply by 31 July (£250 deposit payable on application)
Accommodation is only allocated once an
applicant’s place has been confirmed (UF)
Limited time to accept the offer
departments/accommodation-services 35

36. University Accommodation
Guaranteed housing for first year
Over 4,000 first year students live in University accommodation
Centrally located, easy access to teaching facilities and city centre
95% single rooms
Flats / apartments
Catered / self-catered residences
24-hour residential wardens
En-suite rooms/ shared facilities
Private housing alternatives
Guaranteed housing for first year – (provided students apply by the deadline and are UF by 30 Aug UG / 31 July PG) 36

37. = Teaching sites
= Self catered flats
= Self catered houses
= Catered halls

38. Catered Accommodation
Based at Pollock Halls, which
accommodates just over 2,000 first year
students within 9 ‘Houses’
Mixture of twin, ensuite rooms, and
single rooms (with either ensuite or
shared facilities) available – depending
on the House selected
All Houses have common rooms and
shared pantries
Pollock Halls’ facilities also include 2
squash courts, shop, computing micro
lab, bar and cafes
Resident Assistants (RAs) organise social
and sporting events for residents; help
new students to mingle with others 38

39. Self Catered Accommodation
Accommodation for over 2,000 first year
students in 14 blocks of flats
All centrally located
Mix of purpose built and recently renovated
On average 150 students per block of flats
with 3-6 people per flat
Students share bathroom & kitchen/living area
Some twin rooms available
Flat Managers in charge of maintenance and
welfare of students, helped by Resident
Assistants 39

40. Costs of Accommodation
Cost per week depends on the accommodation you choose:
£57 - £102 for self-catered
£110 - £216 for catered
34 week let (inc Christmas but not Easter)
Rent includes central heating, electricity,
cleaner, phone and data facilities & personal contents insurance
Rooms have 24 hour access to the internet
After first year, majority choose to live in private accommodation
The Accommodation Office can offer guidance and advice on finding a place to live 40

41. What Happens Next? Accepting your offer
UCAS / University sends confirmation letter
Visa requirements / applying for your visa
Supply passport information when requested
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) issued by the University
University issues joining instructions:
Available online / hard copy
Formal letter of admission
Information about the School you have applied to and the University’s services to help you prepare for life at Edinburgh
Introductory meetings with your School
Supply passport information when requested
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS number issued by the University)
new students’ International Guide –
comprehensive guide containing
information about what you need to do
before leaving home, when you arrive in
the UK, and after you arrive in Edinburgh 41

42. Careers
The Careers Service provide an online database of employers offering temporary, part-time and vacation work for students, in addition to graduate vacancies Helps students find work experience, volunteering opportunities and explore their options after graduation
Provides advice and guidance on interview techniques, CVs and assessment centres
Careers seminars, workshops and careers fairs
Information regarding previous graduate destinations 42

43. Find out more about the University using these links
Webpages for international students
Country specific information
International Undergraduate Guide
International Postgraduate Guide
Edinburgh Global 43

44. We’re Here to Help Jenny Thacker International Officer
The International Office
The University of Edinburgh
57 George Square
Edinburgh
Scotland, UK
Call: +44 (0) 44

45. Questions? 45