What is it like to be a student at the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences? Our bloggers share their student experience – such as society life and making the most of the city of Edinburgh. Some of our students also write about fitting in travelling and part-time work with their studies.
It’s a daunting task, I won’t lie. To make it easier, here are 6 questions that will help you decide. 1. What are your options? Edinburgh offers everything from university and private student halls to shared flats and single-person houses…. Read moreFind the perfect accommodation
We all love Edinburgh, but sometimes you need a day out of the hustle of the city. Whether you fancy a hike or some more historical exploration, there’s plenty to explore if you know where to look. These are the… Read moreHome for dinner: the best day-trips from Edinburgh
You finally made it! You are about to start your postgraduate program, and as much as that alone is really exciting you also have to deal with some “practical stuff”. How do you do it? What do you start with?… Read moreTips for your first weeks as a postgraduate student – Part I
I find myself on a quest. Not so far removed from the knightly quest of King Arthur’s Holy Grail. I am after every student very own Holy Grail : the best study spot to survive and even succeed postgraduate studies…. Read moreA student quest
Travelling is a part of any student’s life, and if you’d like to know how and where to travel from Edinburgh, you’ve come to the right place! Why you should travel Even though I chose to live abroad in Edinburgh… Read moreHow and where to travel from Edinburgh
As this is my last blog for PPLS, I wanted to summarise my experience of studying in Edinburgh from when I came here almost two years ago up to now in a photo blog. I hoped you enjoyed our time… Read moreMy time in Edinburgh photo story
Image found here. Hello, your future calling… What’s that? A month left? Soon I can call myself a graduate. Alumnus. Professional. Adult. July 2nd marks the last day of my undergraduate career and the first day of… well, I’ll get to… Read moreThe Year of Graduation: Final Reflections, Future Visions
The prospect of finding accommodation at university can be daunting – luckily, we are here to help! Every student here at the University of Edinburgh will undoubtedly have the experience of having to organize and find a place to live… Read moreFinding a flat for next year
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
March is off to an incredible start for the celebration of women worldwide. On the 1st of the month, we had the commencement of Women’s History Month, closely followed by International Women’s Day on March 8th. Gender inequality has put a red… Read moreCelebrating Women and Gender Equality
