With all this time on our hands while social distancing, there’ve never been a better opportunity to learn some new skills and get into new hobbies. However, it can be daunting to decide where to start. Have you heard about… Read moreA (very) short introduction to LinkedIn Learning
Having a part-time job while at university is pretty common. It’s not only a great way to earn some work experience, but it helps to pay for essentials like bills, and for all the extra little things you might need…. Read moreWorking next to uni – A (short) survival guide
One of the things some people haven’t quite worked out when applying to Edinburgh is the difference between a Scottish MA and an English MA. This article will hopefully clear up any confusion! When I first visited the School of… Read moreEnglish BA, MA vs. Scottish MA
In six months I’ll be done with university for good. Six months seem at the same time so close and so far away. Right now I’m focused on the second semester and I barely have time to think about anything… Read moreMy tips on how to prepare for your career after university
Next week is the PPLS Careers week so I think it’s a good opportunity to write about my experience with the Careers Service at the University of Edinburgh. I found them very useful! But there are some tricks and things that… Read moreThe Fantastic Careers Service And Where to Find Them
The University of Edinburgh was rated the 23rd best university in the world, 6th best in Europe, and the best in Scotland. These ranking aren’t pulled from thin air: they are based on a long-standing history of academic excellence. Here’s… Read moreOur Uni: the Past and the Future
Reasons for getting a part-time job as a student vary. Not all of us are lucky enough to have parents that can pay for our education, or at least not for all of the expenses. Some of us do not… Read moreWorking as a student
So your flat lease doesn’t end until August, and you have no money to travel this summer. Your CV is looking a little thin, and you can’t quite bring yourself to leave Edinburgh – especially after struggling through the dark… Read moreEmploy.ed internships
You’ve made it to university…now what? There are so many options for life after university, like going further in your education with a graduate scheme or degree, beginning your professional career or travelling. It’s difficult to make a decision or… Read morePlanning for your future
As I near the end of my undergraduate years I must think carefully about my next steps. What will I do? Where will I go? Oh, and how? The elusive real world no longer feels so abstract. I have to think about how… Read moreInternational experiences that boost your CV
