Academic Guide
for Visiting Students
www.ed.ac.uk
2016/2017
Scotland’s inspiring capital
will be the backdrop to your
studies – an irresistible blend
of history, natural beauty
and modern city life.
Widely known as ‘the Athens of the North’,
Edinburgh is home to two UNESCO World
Heritage Sites and was the world’s first
UNESCO City of Literature.
Large enough to offer something for
everyone, but small enough to feel like
home, Edinburgh is a modern, sophisticated
and beautiful European city with a diverse,
multicultural community.
A single day could see you hillwalking in
the morning, lazing on the beach in the
afternoon, and enjoying the treasures
of medieval lanes or Michelin-starred
restaurants by night.
The friends you meet, places you discover
and the lasting memories you create
contribute as much to your university
experience as your formal learning.
Around 100,000 students call Edinburgh
home, giving the city a unique buzz and
ensuring you’ll be in good company.
The Edinburgh
experience
“ Edinburgh is one of Europe’s most
beautiful cities, draped across a series
of rocky hills overlooking the sea.”
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@EdinburghUni
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Welcome to the
University of Edinburgh
Contents
Welcome to the University of Edinburgh
Welcome 4
The University’s structure 5
Academic support and welfare 6
Studying
Teaching 8
Online teaching support 9
Reading and research 10-11
Essay writing 12
Exams and assessments 13-14
Resources
Study support and resources 16
English language support 17-18
Glossary 19-21
Campus maps 22-23
Welcome
Every year, the University of Edinburgh welcomes around 1,600 visiting
students to study with us for a single semester or an academic year.
Some visiting students come to Edinburgh through established
exchange programmes with our partner universities overseas, switching
places with one of our own students. The rest come as part of our Study
Abroad Programme, either independently or through one of our partner
study abroad providers.
Visiting students are undergraduates from anywhere in the world, so
their previous academic experience varies enormously.
This short guide for visiting students is an introduction to academic life
at the University of Edinburgh. We hope that you will find it useful to
your studies and that you enjoy your time in Edinburgh
.
A world-class university since 1583
The University of Edinburgh, established by Royal Charter in 1583, is
one of the world’s leading universities, currently ranked 21st in the
QS World University Rankings 2015/16.
Our staff, students and alumni have been making their mark on
the world for more than four centuries. They’ve explored space,
revolutionised surgery, won Nobel Prizes, published era-defining
books, paved the way for life-saving medical breakthroughs and
laid the foundations for solving the mysteries of the universe.
Space exploration and Nobel Prize winning may prove a little difficult
during your semester or year at Edinburgh, but we can assure you an
intellectually rewarding and stimulating experience which will prove
inspirational to the rest of your studies and future career. Hopefully we
will be adding some of your names to our list of illustrious alumni in
years to come!
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Welcome to the University of Edinburgh
The University’s structure
The University is comprised of 20 individual academic departments,
also known as schools, which are structured into three colleges:
College of Arts, Humanities
& Social Sciences (AHSS)
• Business School
• School of Divinity
• School of Economics
• Edinburgh College of Art
• Edinburgh Law School
• Moray House School of Education
• School of Health in Social Science
• School of History, Classics and Archaeology
• School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures
• School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences
• School of Social and Political Science
College of Science & Engineering (SCE)
• School of Biological Sciences
• School of Chemistry
• School of Engineering
• School of GeoSciences
• School of Informatics
• School of Mathematics
• School of Physics and Astronomy
College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine (MVM)
• Royal (DICK) School of Veterinary Studies
• The Edinburgh Medical School
Note: visiting students rarely take courses in the College of Medicine
& Veterinary Medicine.
Our structure – and your place within it
We think it will be helpful to explain how this structure applies to you
– and how your experience will compare with students on full degree
programmes at the University (i.e. ‘graduating students’).
Graduating students belong to whichever school ‘owns’ their degree.
In the case of joint degrees (similar to a ‘double major’), this will be the
school that owns the subject listed first in the degree title.
By contrast, as a visiting student at the University, you are enrolled
in either the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, or the
College of Science & Engineering (students belong to the college in
which they are completing two-thirds of their credits), rather than
in any one school (unless you are on certain exchange programmes).
You are welcome to take courses in both Art, Humanities & Social
Sciences and Science & Engineering; however, be aware that
timetabling can get a little difficult when you combine the two.
The UK undergraduate higher education system
In the UK, students apply to study a degree in a specific subject whilst
in their final year or two of high school – unlike in the USA, for example,
where students apply to a university or college but do not declare their
major until they have completed the first couple of years of general
education requirements.
In Scotland, an undergraduate degree usually takes four years to
complete. Outside subjects can be taken in years 1 and 2, alongside
courses in the degree subject itself.
The Scottish four-year degree follows a long-established tradition
which is emulated by a range of nations across the world.
“Many of our students
come from across the
border, they come from
every civilised land; and it is
our proudest compliment,
for it means that they think
they get something here
which is not to be got
elsewhere.”
Sir J M Barrie
Author of Peter Pan and former University of
Edinburgh Rector
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Academic support and welfare
Other support for Arts, Humanities
& Social Sciences students
In the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (AHSS), the Visiting
Student Office (VSO) should be your first point of contact, as they are
the Student Support team for visiting students. The VSO can advise you
on any administrative matters relating to your studies, and can also offer
guidance and referral if you are having personal, health or other issues
that are affecting your work.
We strongly recommend that you talk to a member of the VSO as soon
as you feel your circumstances are having a negative impact on your
studies. The earlier the VSO is aware of any problems, the more they can
do to help.
The VSO allocates all courses to visiting students in AHSS. You should
meet with your Personal Tutor or visit the VSO to finalise your courses
and have your attendance confirmed on arrival in Edinburgh. Once you
have enrolled for courses, you will need to sign up for tutorials (often
done via
Learn
, our online learning tool – see page 9).
Contacting the AHSS Visiting Student Office
The Visiting Student Office is open Monday to Friday, and can help you
with any query you may have during your time at Edinburgh. If they
don’t know the answer, or aren’t the best people to talk to, they’ll point
you in the right direction to get what you need.
T: +44 (0)131 651 1700
E: [email protected]
W: www.ed.ac.uk/cahss/visiting-students
Twitter: @VSO_UoE
If you’d rather speak to the team in person, then you’ll find the AHSS
Visiting Student Office in 57 George Square – see page 22 for
campus maps.
Other support for Science & Engineering
students
In the College of Science & Engineering (SCE), the majority of support
will be provided by your Personal Tutor (PT), school-based Student
Support Officers (SSOs), or School Teaching Organisations (school
offices). Although you will have corresponded with the SCE Visiting
Student Office during the application process and you may meet
with them on arrival in Edinburgh to find out the details of your PT,
responsibility for on-programme visiting students in SCE belongs with
individual schools.
We strongly recommend that you talk to your PT if you feel your
circumstances are having a negative impact on your studies. The earlier
your PT is made aware of any problems, the more they can do to help.
You will be given details of your PT during Welcome Week.
Contacting the SCE Visiting Student Office
T: +44 (0)131 650 5739
E: [email protected]
W: www.ed.ac.uk/science-engineering/studying/international/
visiting-students
Students receive support and guidance from a range of sources.
The University of Edinburgh Academic Guide for Visiting Students www.ed.ac.uk
Email:
The University expects you to regularly access your
student email account during your time in Edinburgh.
All official communications will be sent to that
account, so it is essential that you check it frequently.
If you think you will forget, or already have several
email accounts, you can set it up to forward to a
personal email address by clicking on the button in
the toolbar.
Academic support: Personal Tutors
On arrival in Edinburgh, you will be allocated a Personal Tutor – or PT
as they are referred to – who is here to offer you academic guidance
if needed. PTs are academic members of staff who conduct research,
publish books and papers and teach alongside their PT duties. Your
PT will let you know how best to contact them. In most cases, email
and MyEd will be the primary form of contact. Most PTs will also have a
set time each week when they are available in their office for a chat –
this is referred to as ‘office hours’.
If your PT is unavailable, there are other sources of support you can call
upon, depending on your college.
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Studying
Studying
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Teaching
Style of teaching
The style of undergraduate teaching at Edinburgh is based around fewer
classes than you may be used to. This constitutes less time in class, with
more focus on independent study. Depending on the level of courses
you are taking, there may be only two hours teaching time (also known
as ‘contact hours’) per week per course.
Although the amount of contact time can vary widely from class to
class, the University recommends that for every 1 credit you should
aim to do around 10 hours of independent study. This means that for
each 20-credit course, you should be putting in 200 hours of study per
semester. So, having as few as six hours of classes per week may not be
something to celebrate!
Credits
A full course load is 60 credits per semester, or 120 credits in an
academic year. Credit overloads are not allowed.
The University’s credits are double those of European Credit Transfer and
Accumulation System (ECTS) credits. For example, 20 Edinburgh credits
equates to 10 ECTS credits.
Course structure
Courses at Edinburgh are made up of a combination of lectures,
tutorials, seminars and in some cases, studio time and lab-based classes.
A typical course in the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
might break down as follows:
200 hours of independent study in addition to the hours above may
sound terrifying, but equates to approximately 13 hours of study per
20-credit course per week, which can include:
• preparation of work for tutorials or labs.
• reading for lectures.
• research for and writing of any essays or coursework.
• revision for any exams.
How your time is split is largely down to you, as you will have more
than one course to manage. A little forward planning is essential;
keeping on top of deadlines also helps, especially as they tend to cluster
together in the middle or at the end of semesters. Having three essays
due on the same day is not grounds for an extension! If timekeeping
isn’t your strong point, try one of the Procrastination Workshops run
by the Student Counselling Service and the Institute for Academic
Development (IAD) (see ‘Study support and resources’, page 16).
Other differences about studying at Edinburgh
• You will have to proactively ask for help and advice, because the
focus at Edinburgh is on self-guided, independent study. This should
be forthcoming if you ask, but if you don’t ask then your tutors will
probably assume you do not need help.
• Depending on your level of study, classes may be significantly larger
or smaller than you are used to.
• Because you will be adjusting to a new university environment and
academic culture, we recommend that you take no more than
two Honours courses per semester. Two Honours courses and one
1st/2nd year course is a good course load for visiting students.
Deadlines and attendance
It is important to note that academic staff at the University will not
usually remind you of deadlines before time.
It is expected that you will attend lectures and therefore it is assumed
that you are up to date with the subject matter discussed.
Attendance at tutorials, seminars and some lectures, is monitored. If you
fail to submit coursework on time or fail to attend classes, your Personal
Tutor or the Visiting Student Office will be notified and will contact you
to check what the issue is.
Attendance is also closely monitored for students on a Tier 4 Visa, as it is
required for visa compliance.
The quality of teaching at the University of Edinburgh is under constant review, and validated both internally
and independently to ensure high standards are maintained and our courses are up to date. These reviews
play an important role in improving teaching methods and enhancing your experience as a student.
TRTN08001: Introduction to the History of Kilts (20 credits)*
3 x 1-hour lectures per week for ten weeks
1 x 1-hour tutorial per week for ten weeks
A typical course in the College of Science & Engineering might
break down as follows:
RCKT08021: Build Your Own Jetpack (20 credits)*
4 x 1-hour lectures per week for ten weeks
1 x 3-hour lab per week for ten weeks
1 x 1-hour tutorial per fortnight for ten weeks
* Not actual courses!
Here to help: if you find that you are not managing your workload
for whatever reason, it is important you speak with your Personal
Tutor or the Visiting Student Office as soon as possible. They are
here to help you and often the earlier you speak to them about
potential problems, the more they can do to help and refer you
to an academic for guidance. It’s normal to find it takes a while to
adjust when you arrive here – not only is the academic experience
different, but we know there’s lots to discover in Edinburgh to
distract you – so, please don’t feel that asking for support is a sign
of weakness. That’s what they’re here for!
Online teaching support
• provide course information, such as course handbooks and
lecture notes.
• administer tutorial groups (including sign-up).
• provide space for online activities and discussions.
• allow you to submit essays and other assessments.
You can access
Learn
through the Studies tab in your MyEd account.
You’ve probably used Blackboard, or something similar, at your home
university and we think
Learn
is pretty intuitive.
Learn
will automatically display the courses you have been enrolled in.
However, don’t panic if the course you have just this minute enrolled in
doesn’t appear instantly. It can take up to 24 hours for the system to
update, especially at the start of semester when thousands of students
are changing courses.
If you need support to use or make the most of
Learn,
you should
contact Information Services (IS).
The self-help guide for students is available at:
www.ed.ac.uk/is/learn/students.
Many courses at the University use online software
called
Learn
, developed by Blackboard, to:
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Studying
“Tutorials were my
favourite part of academic
life at the University
because I was able to
discuss the course content,
meet fellow students and
talk about assessments in a
welcoming environment.”
Jade Dixon
Visiting Student 2015/16
University of Queensland, Australia
Questions about
Learn
?
Contact IS:
T: +44 (0)131 651 5151
E: [email protected]
Reading and research
Reading lists
You will usually be given a reading list during the first lecture of a topic,
though these are also sometimes provided in the course handbook at
the very start of the course.
Reading lists can look intimidating at first because they may be much
longer than you are used to back home and often lack precise details on
relevant chapters and page numbers. Don’t worry, they’re not as scary
as they seem.
The key thing to note is that you’re not expected to read everything on
the list and you’re not expected to buy all the books.
The important text will be the one the course is based around (if such a
text exists). This is usually shown at the top, and may be marked as the
key text. Sometimes other important texts will be highlighted, but this
varies from course to course.
You will often be given general background reading to consult prior
to lectures, whereas for tutorials and small seminars you will usually
be assigned specific readings (when these are articles or, occasionally,
extracts from books or journals, they can sometimes be downloaded
from the relevant course pages on
Learn,
see page 9). The reading list
becomes more relevant if you wish to do some further reading or you’re
preparing for an essay.
The University of Edinburgh is one of the UK’s top research universities. Our research directly informs our
teaching, ensuring you have access to the latest innovations in your area of interest.
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1) Essay questions may come with a smaller specific
reading list, but don’t panic if they don’t. A good place
to start if you need to break down a large reading list is
to speak to the lecturer or your tutor - they should
be able to point you in the right direction.
2)
Another helpful trick is to go by the titles of the
suggested texts - do they look like they might cover
the topic you’re interested in? If so, have a quick look
through the book. The chapter titles or index should
give you a good idea of which particular section will
help, and you can then skim those pages to see if they
are relevant.
3) You will also often find references in the main text or,
if it’s a primary source, secondary sources about that
text, which will help point you towards further reading.
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Using our libraries
Once you’ve decided on the book you need and confirmed it is
available, chances are your next stop will be the Main Library in
George Square or the Noreen and Kenneth Murray (NKM) Library at
King’s Buildings.
Using the Main Library can be a little intimidating at first due to its size,
but finding what you’re looking for is surprisingly simple.
The Edinburgh University Students’ Association conduct a tour of the
Main Library in Welcome Week. For more information, visit:
www.eusa.ed.ac.uk.
Information Services (IS) have also put together some great resources
on their website for new users: www.lib.ed.ac.uk/howto/begin.html.
You can keep track of which books you have on loan, and renew them
(unless someone else has requested one of them) using the Library tab
in your MyEd portal.
If you get stuck, visit the Information Services Help Desk, based on the
ground floor of both the Main Library or in the NKM Library.
DiscoverEd
DiscoverEd is a search tool that helps you quickly and easily access
material across the University Library collections. Simply enter a few
key words to get started and search through print books and journals,
e-books and e-journals, article level content and library resources.
The best thing about DiscoverEd is that it brings together all the Library
resources you need from one search box, so you can be confident that
you will find the material you require!
“I chose to study abroad
at the University of
Edinburgh because it has
vast expertise within a
wide range of disciplines.
It provided the courses
I needed to fulfil my degree
requirements, which
challenged me in an entirely
new way.”
Addison Bliss
Visiting Student 2015/16
Bucknell University, USA
Once you have finished the essay, re-read your introduction to check it
matches what you go on to say, as this may have changed from your
original plan. And check again that you have answered the question you
were asked, and not what you wanted the question to be.
The easiest way to achieve a clear structure is through an essay plan.
Think about what you want each paragraph to cover. This will ensure
you stay on topic and help you to see how the argument will flow.
Referencing
While some original thought is essential to gaining the higher mark, the
foundation of your argument should normally be based on the current
debate. Your argument needs to clearly reference key texts and should
demonstrate the reading you’ve done with well-chosen quotations,
where appropriate. From the marker’s point of view, this will show you
have engaged with the reading material.
Every essay should include a bibliography at the end, listing all material
that you have referenced in the essay, as well as anything you found
useful when formulating your argument, even if you haven’t quoted it.
Different departments have different preferred formats when it comes
to bibliographies and referencing (eg. Harvard, Chicago etc). If there is
no guidance in the course handbook, check with the Course Organiser
or your tutor. Ensure you keep to the same style and system throughout
each essay or assignment that you do.
Plagiarism
When making reference to current debate, and when submitting work
in general, please be aware that plagiarism is taken extremely seriously
at the University of Edinburgh. You should familiarise yourself with what
plagiarism is, and how to avoid it, before you submit any work.
Being accused of plagiarism can be extremely daunting. The University
is committed to investigating every allegation according to a fair and
transparent procedure. For further information and advice, visit:
www.ed.ac.uk/academic-services/students/undergraduate/
discipline/plagiarism.
We would strongly recommend that you contact the Academic
Advice Team at the Advice Place (run by Edinburgh University Students’
Association) in the event that you are accused of plagiarism or any
other academic misconduct. They can offer independent, impartial
guidance, as well as supporting you through University procedures and
investigations: www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/adviceplace/academic.
Essay writing
Good practice guide to writing essays
It may seem obvious, but the most important thing to remember when
you begin to tackle your essay is to answer the question! Focus clearly on
the topic and don’t be tempted to try and cover too wide an area. It’s
always better to have a few fully developed points than lots of superficial
points with no real depth.
What is expected from students at Edinburgh may be quite different to what you are used to, so here are
some helpful pointers for essay writing.
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Developing your argument
A clear argument and structure is essential. Start by outlining your
argument in the introduction then lay it out in a logical order through
the following paragraphs, ensuring the argument flows well with each
paragraph leading to the next. This structure should apply to the essay
as a whole, and to each individual section. A good general rule to
follow is to introduce the topic, expand and justify your argument,
and then conclude.
1) Make sure you pay attention to spelling and grammar,
particularly the mistakes which are easy to make, for example
‘their’ versus ‘there’.
2) Check the preferred style of your department (usually available
in the course handbook or online).
3) Do not use abbreviations or contractions.
4) Choose one system of spelling. It is acceptable to use American
rather than UK English, just don’t combine the two in one piece
of work! Remember that you should set your spell checker to
whichever version you decide on.
5) Avoid using Wikipedia, tempting as it can be! Remember that,
by its very nature, it can be edited by anyone and is not a reliable
academic source.
6) Make a note of the word count at the end of your essay. Try to
stick to the word limit as closely as possible; too far under or over
and you are likely to be penalised.
7) Proofread your work before submitting it. If you feel that you are
unlikely to spot your mistakes, ask a friend or flatmate if they would
look over it for you. But remember, it must be your own work.
Copying from fellow students is just as much plagiarism as copying
from a book verbatim.
FoR EssAy WRItING
Brush-up your referencing skills here:
www.edin.ac/2aXJpwd.
Plagiarism is the act of copying or including in one’s own work,
without adequate acknowledgment, intentionally or unintentionally,
the work of another, for one’s own benefit.
Exams and assessments
Your grade for each course can be made up
of several components.
This might break down as follows:
• Examination 40%
• Essay 30%
• Lab work/portfolio etc 20%
• Tutorial attendance/contribution 10%
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It must be stressed that exactly how this is weighted tends to differ
from one course to the next, so it is important that you are aware of
how you are being assessed. However, please note that this does not
mean you can skip tutorials because they’re only worth 10% of your
final grade! In fact, many courses require you to receive a pass in each
component in order to receive a pass overall.
Your course handbook will provide specific details on the assessment
format in your course. It is also likely to be listed in the Degree
Regulations and Programmes of Study (DRPS): www.drps.ed.ac.uk.
Essays
Since there are generally no mid-semester exams, the first piece of
assessed work is often the course essay, which you may not receive
feedback on until late in the semester. This means there is little scope
for formal feedback during the early part of the semester.
Some courses may set optional ‘class’ essays which are marked, but do
not contribute to your final grade. This may seem like a wasted effort,
but these provide a valuable opportunity for you to get an idea of how
well you understand the material. They also make great study aids
when it comes to revising for the exam later in the semester.
For further information on feedback, including the responsibilities of
both students and academic staff, please see:
www.enhancingfeedback.ed.ac.uk.
If you are experiencing problems that might prevent you from
submitting coursework on time, you may be granted an extension in
exceptional circumstances. The procedure and allowance of extensions
varies across schools so it is important to contact your Personal Tutor
and the Course Secretary before the essay deadline, if you think you
may require an extension.
Exams
Exams take place each semester after the end of teaching. The
examination period, or ‘diet’ as it’s known, runs for about a month
starting in December for Semester 1 and in late April for Semester 2.
Questions about exams?
Visit Student Administration’s website for answers to frequently
asked questions: www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration
Not all courses are assessed by exams; however, if you are required to
sit one, you should consult the examination timetable, published on
Student Administration’s website towards the end of each semester.
This is where you can find the date, time and location of your exams.
Exams do not take place at your normal lecture location and time, so it
is essential you re-check your exam details regularly to ensure you have
the most up-to-date information. Pay particular attention to the date
format (DD/MM/YY) and remember we usually use the 24-hour clock
in the UK.
www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration/exams
Exam format
Instead of having both a mid-semester and final exam, most courses
will only have a final exam. If you’re here for the full year, you may take
some classes that are taught in Semester 1 but not examined until the
end of Semester 2. There are no ‘midterms’ – the first exam you sit is
often the final exam for the course.
The format of final exams varies from course to course, but here are
some examples of what you can expect:
• essay format: the exam paper might consist of, for example, six
questions, three based on the material in Semester 1, and three
based on the material in Semester 2 – you may then be required
to answer four of the questions.
• multiple choice: the exam consists of many questions and you
select the correct answer from a list of choices.
• practical: demonstrate your understanding of skills and concepts
through a computer or lab-based assessment.
Exams take place up until the last day of the exam diet. We strongly
recommend you do not book any flights before this date!
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Transcripts
Your results will be viewable in MyEd before you receive your formal
transcript. When you have completed your semester or year with
us, Student Administration will automatically prepare a copy of your
transcript for you free of charge. Every transcript has a key to the
Edinburgh grading system and recommended equivalencies on the
reverse. One copy of your transcript will be sent automatically to your
home institution, according to the information you listed during the
application process.
You will be able to access an electronic copy of your transcript through
the Electronic Document Service:
www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration/order-documents
If you require a paper copy of your transcript to be sent to your home
address you can request it from Student Administration:
www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration/order-documents/
transcripts/transcript-form
Please note that if you applied via a third party study abroad provider
or agent, your transcript is issued directly to the agent.
Resits
If you fail any first or second year courses, you are eligible to have
another attempt during the resit diet in August. Please note that all
resits incur a nominal fee. Student Administration will automatically
re-issue you with a new transcript once they have your resit grade.
There are no pre-arranged resit exams for third year (Honours) level
courses. This is because Honours students at the University of Edinburgh
are only permitted one chance to sit assessments. However, because
visiting students will not graduate with an Honours degree from
Edinburgh, they are entitled to request a resit for a third year course.
You must raise this with the Course Organiser (and ideally your Personal
Tutor or the Visiting Student Office – see page 6) as early as possible
after receiving confirmation of your fail grade (below 40%), in order that
a resit can be organised.
If you need to resit any examinations in August, then you may make
use of the Overseas Examination Service. With your home university’s
agreement, visiting students may be able to sit August exams at
their home institution. There is a £100 fee per exam and specific
arrangements must be made and agreed upon. Requests for this
service must be made via the Student Administration website:
www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration/exams/oes.
University of Edinburgh marking scheme
Mark (%) Grade Description
70 – 100 A An excellent performance (pass)
60 – 69 B A very good performance (pass)
50 – 59 C A good performance (pass)
40 – 49 D A satisfactory performance (pass)
30 – 39 E A marginal fail (fail)
20 – 29 F A clear fail (fail)
10 – 19 G A bad fail (fail)
0 – 9 H A bad fail (fail)
Suggested USA & European (ECTS)
equivalencies
The University of Edinburgh USA ECTS
Mark (%)
70 – 100 A A
65 – 69 A- B
60 – 64 B+ C
55 – 59 B D
50 – 54 B- D
40 – 49 C E
35 – 39 D FX
0 – 34 F F
Marks and grades
When you receive your marks for assessments, you should bear in mind
that the grading scale at Edinburgh may vary considerably from what
you are used to at home.
The table below explains the marking scheme at Edinburgh. As you will
see, the pass mark is 40%, although you should certainly be aiming
higher than that. Only 10% of students regularly achieve marks of 70%
or above, especially in Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, and most
Edinburgh students achieve marks in the 60s. Marks of 90% or above are
virtually unheard of!
You should also be aware that handing work in late will result in marks
being deducted (usually at a rate of 5% per day), in line with the
University’s Assessment Regulations. So, no matter how unhappy you
are with your finished essay, it’s still worth handing it in by the deadline
rather than sweating over it for a few more hours! Try to finish your
coursework with enough time to spare that you can print out a copy at
a library if all else fails and make sure you back up all your work regularly
– or even email a copy to yourself.
Special Circumstances: any circumstances which may affect
your performance in an exam or any type of assessment should be
reported to your Personal Tutor (PT) or the Visiting Student Office
(VSO) as soon as possible. It is essential that you have relevant
documentation to support your case, for example a letter from
your doctor or another health professional.
Resources
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Resources
Study support and resources
If you feel you would benefit from some extra support with your studies whilst at Edinburgh, there are a
range of options available from Information Services (incorporating the University libraries) and the Institute
for Academic Development (IAD). For students who have declared a disability that may impact on their
study, the Student Disability Service provides support and guidance.
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Student Disability Service
If you have a specific learning difficulty, impairment or medical
condition, you have probably already been in contact with the Student
Disability Service (on the 3rd floor of the Main Library). If not, go and see
them as soon as you arrive in Edinburgh – they can make arrangements
so your time at Edinburgh is that little bit easier.
From exam support or extra time, to receiving lecture notes in advance,
or using assistive technology equipment, the Student Disability Service
offers a wide range of support and advice.
You should be aware that you will require evidence of your disability to
access certain services or concessions. This will often be something more
formal than what you have had to provide at home, and will usually take
the form of a diagnostic report and/or formally recognised test scores,
provided by a medical practitioner or educational psychologist.
www.ed.ac.uk/student-disability-service/new-students
Multimedia and specialist IT facilities
Information Services (IS) has two uCreate resource centres. These
centres provide multimedia and specialist IT facilities on a self-service
basis. uCreate at King’s Buildings also offers a podcast recording booth
and equipment hire such as camcorders, stills cameras and audio
recorders.
Experienced staff are on hand to help you in both uCreate centres, and
there are self-help resources available at: www.ed.ac.uk/is/ucreate.
The uCreate centres are located at:
• The Main Library, George Square – on the first floor
• The KB Centre, King’s Buildings – on the first floor
See pages 22-23 for campus maps.
Study skills support
The Institute for Academic Development (IAD) offers general study
development to help all undergraduate students make the most of their
studies here. They focus on topics such as: time management, effective
learning and approaches to study, essay writing, revision and exams.
What’s available:
• a programme of face-to-face interactive workshops runs
each semester.
• a collection of study development resources (‘LearnBetter’) is
available online via
Learn
(see page 9) – students can self-enrol
via MyEd.
• appointments can be made for consultations with Study
Development Advisers.
For more information about all of these, see: www.ed.ac.uk/institute-
academic-development/undergraduate.
The IAD also has a very useful section on writing academic English,
aimed at non-native speakers, available at: www.ed.ac.uk/
institute-academic-development/undergraduate/services/
englishlearning.
This information also provides a helpful refresher course for native
speakers who want to brush up on their essay writing skills. Although
content on these pages is aimed at postgraduate students,
undergraduates are also likely to find them helpful.
English language support
The University has a wide range of resources to help
students who are not native speakers of English to
improve their language skills.
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English Language Education (ELE)
The ELE offers a range of different courses to help students improve
their English, and free English language tests for students who don’t
have a formal IELTS or TOEFL test score.
Test of English at Matriculation (TEAM)
TEAM is a free English language test. This is run by the ELE at the
start of each semester for visiting students who haven’t taken a formal
language test (such as IELTS), or who need to see how their English
improved during the previous semester.
TEAM includes components which test listening, comprehension and
knowledge of grammar and vocabulary. It takes about 40 minutes and
there isn’t really any specific preparation you can do for it, just practise
your English.
TEAM is coordinated by ELE staff. Please contact them directly
at [email protected] if you have questions about, or are interested
in taking, this test.
Academic English for Visiting Students (AEVS) 1 & 2
AEVS is a 20-credit academic course taught by ELE staff and designed
to improve students’ English language level and study skills. AEVS has
very strict English language requirements, so all students who are
interested in AEVS must take TEAM.
All enrolments for AEVS are organised by the Visiting Student Office
(VSO) in the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences. It is essential
that you visit the VSO if you are interested in taking this course.
English Language Support for International Students (ELSIS)
These academic language skills courses are for students whose English
test scores, or performance on their programme of study, suggest that
their English proficiency is below the standard we expect and require.
ELSIS courses include:
• Reading and discussing academic texts
• Listening to lectures and note taking
• Undergraduate writing
• Presentation skills
The tuition and many of the ELSIS materials are free of charge.
www.ed.ac.uk/english-language-teaching
Other resources to help you improve your English
Using English for Academic Purposes (UEfAP.com)
ELE recommends Andy Gillet’s excellent website if you are interested in
studying academic English independently: www.uefap.com.
TANDEM Language Exchange
TANDEM is a popular language exchange run by Edinburgh University
Students’ Association. TANDEM is designed to help you meet people
and learn languages in a fun, relaxed, social environment. If you are
keen to meet local students, teach them your language, and improve
your English skills at the same time, then TANDEM is for you.
www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/tandem
Proofreading Service
Run by Edinburgh University Students’ Association, Peer Proofreading
is a volunteer-powered scheme for non-native English speakers.
Volunteer proofreaders will only comment on the vocabulary, grammar
and the general clarity of your written English. They will not advise on
subject matter or argumentation.
www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/proofreading
Clubs and societies
One of the best ways you can improve your English – and make friends
with local students – is to fully immerse yourself in all that is on offer
at the University of Edinburgh, especially by joining one of Edinburgh
University Students’ Association’s many societies and clubs. Mostly run by
full-time Edinburgh students, societies are very happy to welcome visiting
students for a semester or year.
www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/societies
Edinburgh University Sports Union (EUSU)
As with non-sports clubs and societies, the many teams and clubs of
EUSU are delighted to welcome visiting students to try out and join them
for the duration of their time in Edinburgh. Joining a sports club or team
is another way to interact with native English speakers and improve your
own conversational skills.
You can try your hand at something new, or share your well-honed
sporting prowess with fellow enthusiasts. Available activities include
everything from cheerleading to American football to ultimate frisbee,
as well as the more traditional Scottish pursuits of football (soccer), rugby
and golf.
www.eusu.ed.ac.uk
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“The highlight of my time at
Edinburgh was getting a
global perspective that I didn’t
even know I was lacking. I now
see my home country through
the eyes of many new places.”
Jordan Weir
Visiting Student 2015/16
University of Toronto, Canada
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Glossary
Glossary
Accommodation Services (AS): the University owns a wide range of
accommodation, which is operated by Accommodation Services. If you
don’t have University accommodation, AS can give you help and advice
on finding private accommodation in the city.
www.accom.ed.ac.uk
Advice Place: an impartial, accessible, free, confidential advisory
service for all University of Edinburgh students irrespective of race,
gender, sexual orientation, disability, religious belief or age. Professional
advisory staff provide advice, information and, where appropriate,
negotiation, advocacy and referral on a wide range of issues, including:
academic issues; accommodation; council tax; funding and money;
harassment and complaints; legal; disability; employment; health and
wellbeing; personal safety.
www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/adviceplace
Cannae: a Scottish word that means ‘can’t’ –
as in: “Sorry, I cannae understand you”.
Careers Service: a free careers advice and information service open
to all University of Edinburgh students and recent graduates. Based
in the Main Library in George Square and the Weir Building at King’s
Buildings (KB) – see campus maps, pages 22-23.
In addition, the Careers Service advertises job vacancies (part time,
vacation, voluntary and graduate opportunities) on their online
database: https://mycareerhub.ed.ac.uk. If you do think about
working part time, remember to check that your immigration status
allows this. Email [email protected] if you’re unsure.
www.ed.ac.uk/careers
Centre for Sport and Exercise (CSE): based at the Pleasance (see
campus map, page 22) and comprised of a wide range of sporting
facilities, including a state-of-the-art gym, playing fields and an activities
centre in the Scottish Highlands. There is a nominal fee per semester to
join the CSE if you wish to use the gym and other facilities.
www.ed.ac.uk/sport-exercise
Course Organiser: the member of academic staff who organises the
content and delivery of the course – often one of the key lecturers. Any
questions regarding that specific course are best directed to them. Also
see ‘Lecturer’.
Course Secretary: handles the administration of the course, for
example the organisation of tutorial groups, deadlines and essay marking.
Dreich: (pronounced ‘dreek’) – a Scottish word that
means ‘miserable, cold and wet’ – frequently used in connection
with the weather!
Edinburgh University Students’ Association: run by students,
for students, and here to help you get the most out of you time at the
University of Edinburgh. Your Students’ Association represents your
interests at all levels, from the University to parliament. It supports over
260 societies, runs four fantastic union buildings and offers you advice
on everything from accommodation and finance, to welfare and sexual
health.
www.eusa.ed.ac.uk
Exam diet: the period during which exams take place. The main diets
are in December, April-May and August (resits).
George Square: also known as ‘central campus’ or ‘central area’. The
College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences is based here, as well as
the Main Library and the majority of the University’s support services.
Don’t forget to visit Teviot Row House, the country’s oldest purpose-
built student union, and allegedly the gothic inspiration behind JK
Rowling’s Hogwarts.
Information Services (IS): comprises the University’s libraries,
uCreate resource centres and computing support. IS run Laptop
Clinics if you need help with your personal computer, and a Laptop
Loan Service. If you want help using information technology, you may
consider looking into the Skills Development courses run by IS. IS can
also help you with any problems you might have accessing MyEd or
Learn
(see page 9). They look after Card Services too, so if you lose your
student card, head to one of the IS Help Desks (please note there is a
charge to replace lost cards).
www.ed.ac.uk/information-services/students
International Office (IO): based in the Central Area at 33 Buccleuch
Place [pronounced buckloo!], the IO is there to make your life at
Edinburgh easier. They can provide help and advice on banking, visa/
immigration matters and accommodation, amongst other things. If
you’re not sure where in the University to get help for something, this
is a great place to start.
www.ed.ac.uk/international-office
Scottish words
Key:
Auld Reekie: a Scottish nickname for
Edinburgh.
Bonnie: a Scottish word that means ‘pretty,
attractive.’
Wee: perhaps the most commonly used of Scottish
terms, it means small or little (for example, wee bit, wee hours
of the morning, wee boy).
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International Student Centre (ISC): based at 22b Buccleuch Place
[pronounced buckloo!], the ISC provides a place for all students from
outside the UK to meet and get to know one another. As a part of the
University’s orientation activities for new international students, the ISC
runs trips, tours and events, ensuring you receive a warm welcome. Even
better, most activities are subsidised, so they are very reasonably priced.
www.ed.ac.uk/studying/international/student-life/isc
King’s Buildings (KB): home to the College of Science & Engineering,
this self-contained campus has all the facilities available on the central
campus in miniature. A free shuttle bus runs between Central Area and
KB every 20 minutes during semester time. For more details, see
www.ed.ac.uk/transport/travelling-here.
Lecturer: academic/teaching staff at Edinburgh can have a variety of
titles, including Reader, Chair, Lecturer, Professor, Dean, Fellow and Course
Organiser. At home you might be used to referring to academic staff as
‘faculty’ and addressing all individuals as ‘professor’, even if they are not
technically at a professorial grade. This is not standard in the UK, where
the default form of address for most academic staff tends to be “Dr”.
Matriculation: the process by which you will be formally admitted
to the University of Edinburgh and comprised of three elements:
registering at the University by completing an online matriculation form
and making arrangements for the payment of tuition fees (if applicable);
having your attendance confirmed by your Personal Tutor or the Visiting
Student Office; uploading a scan of your passport and visa to MyEd on
arrival (non EU/EEA students only).
www.ed.ac.uk/student-systems/support-guidance/students/
matriculation
Pollock Halls: the University’s main catered accommodation,
comprising nine separate houses accommodating around 2,050 students.
Accommodation Services Reception Centre is also based here.
Personal Tutor (PT): you may be used to the term mentor, supervisor
or adviser in your home university. Your PT is there to give you academic
guidance during your time in Edinburgh. Because visiting students
tend to take a range of courses across academic disciplines, don’t be
surprised if your PT is not in the same subject as your ‘major’ area of
study back home, or even in the subject you are taking most courses
in at Edinburgh. This is especially the case in the College of Arts,
Humanities & Social Sciences, where the Visiting Student Office has
worked with a specialist group of Visiting Student PTs (VSPTs) for several
years now. If you need advice on a specific course, you are best to
contact the Course Organiser for that course.
www.ed.ac.uk/institute-academic-development/undergraduate/
apsupport
Resits: a second opportunity, offered by some courses, to sit 1st and
2nd year exams that you failed in the first sitting. Resits take place
every August and it may be possible to make use of the Overseas
Examination Service.
School Office: the office for your subject area or school, usually
located within the main departmental building. Here you will find the
support staff for that subject, including most of the course secretaries.
If you have any questions about essays/exams, this can be a good place
to start. School Offices (or Teaching Organisations) are a particularly
important resource for students in the College of Science & Engineering.
Student Administration: responsible for providing services to all
students throughout their time at the University of Edinburgh and for
supporting colleges and schools and other student services in delivering
a high quality student experience.
www.ed.ac.uk/student-administration
Student Counselling Service: provides short-term counselling
for students who are having difficulties, in order to help them better
manage their situation. Also offers email counselling and various groups
and workshops allowing you to share your experience and work on new
coping strategies in a safe, confidential environment.
www.ed.ac.uk/student-counselling
Student Disability Service: provides confidential advice and support
to students with a range of physical, mental, sensory and learning
impairments.
www.ed.ac.uk/student-disability-service
Student Information Point: This service, based at Old College,
would help you with any questions you may have. The SIP will also help
with a variety of administrative procedures including matriculation, visa
compliance, student finances and so on.
Taught Assessment Regulations: the regulations which govern
taught students (i.e. undergraduate and taught masters students) of the
University. Visiting students are subject to exactly the same regulations
as ‘home’ students, and they are the rationale for many of the rules and
regulations we’ve described in this booklet. You can find the Assessment
Regulations in full on the Academic Services website: www.ed.ac.uk/
academic-services/assessment-regulations.
Aye: the Scottish way of saying ‘yes’.
Cheers: informal way of saying ‘thanks’.
Haggis: a traditional Scottish savoury dish, often
served with tatties (potatoes) and neeps (turnips). A ‘must-try’
for any visiting student!
Ceilidh: (pronounced ‘kaylee’) –
traditional Scottish dancing, often to a live band.
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Transcripts: an official statement of the courses you took and
the grades you achieved during your time at Edinburgh. Student
Administration will automatically issue your home institution with a
copy at the end of your studies. Additional copies of your transcript
can be ordered by following the links at: www.ed.ac.uk/student-
administration/order-documents
Visitor Centre: located at 2 Charles Street, this is where you can
collect campus maps and bus timetables, and purchase University
merchandise.
www.ed.ac.uk/visitor-centre
Visiting Student Office (VSO): the key support office for visiting
students in the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (AHSS),
based in George Square.
“Of all the small nations of
this earth, perhaps only the
ancient Greeks surpass the
Scots in their contribution
to mankind.”
The Rt Hon Sir Winston Churchill
Former UK Prime Minister and University of
Edinburgh Rector
Hogmanay: ‘New Year’s Eve’, Scottish style
– an occasion for lots of partying!
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Campus maps
Central Area (including George Square, Holyrood and Lauriston Place campuses)
1 Evolution House
2 ECA Main Building
3 N-E Studio Building
4 Hunter Building
5 Edinburgh Dental Institute
6 5 Forrest Hill
7 Bedlam Theatre
8 Old Medical School
9 McEwan Hall
10 William Robertson Wing
11 Reid Concert Hall
12 Wilkie Building
13 Teviot Row House
Student Union
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15 7 George Square
16 Hugh Robson Building
17 Chrystal Macmillan Building
18 16–22 George Square
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20 Main Library; Careers Service;
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22 17–25 Buccleuch Place
23 University of Edinburgh
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25 Hope Park Square
26 30–34 Buccleuch Place
27 David Hume Tower
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32 Informatics Forum
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34 Dugald Stewart Building
35 The University Health Centre
36 7 Bristo Square
37 The Potterrow Student Centre:
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38 Alison House
39 MacKenzie House
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40 The Lister Postgraduate Institute
41 Old College and
Talbot Rice Gallery
42 Minto House
43 Charles Stewart House
44 Adam House
45 St Cecilia’s Hall
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48 ECCI
49 Chisholm House
50 Old Surgeons’ Hall
51 Old Infirmary Building
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53 Pleasance
54 Centre for Sport and Exercise
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58 Old Moray House
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60 Dalhousie Land
61 Simon Laurie House
62 Charteris Land
63 Old Kirk
64 Outreach Centre
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66 Institute for Academic
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6 John Murray Building
7 Ann Walker Building
8 KB Centre; KB Library Study Centre
9 The Noreen and Kenneth Murray Library
10 John Muir Building
11 Sanderson Building
12 William Rankine Building
13 Alexander Graham Bell Building
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15 Alrick Building
16 Faraday Building
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7 Ann Walker Building
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10 John Muir Building
11 Sanderson Building
12 William Rankine Building
13 Alexander Graham Bell Building
14 Fleeming Jenkin Building
15 Alrick Building
16 Faraday Building
17 Hudson Beare Building
18 Hudson Beare Lecture Theatre
19 Daniel Rutherford Building
20 CH Waddington Building
22 Darwin Building
23 Swann Building
24 James Clerk Maxwell Building; Learning and Teaching Cluster
25 Erskine Williamson Building
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28 Scottish Microelectronics Centre
29 FloWave Ocean Energy Research Facility
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Semester dates 2016/2017:
Welcome Week 10 September – 18 September 2016
Semester 1 19 September – 21 December 2016
January Welcome 11 January – 15 January 2017
Semester 2 16 January – 26 May 2017
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