Information for students

Thinking of studying in Edinburgh?

Study options in Edinburgh and the surrounding area

Scottish Government advice on studying here from the Scotland is the Place website.

New to Edinburgh? 

Our Welcome to Edinburgh section can help you settle in.

Financial help: Find out if you are eligible for a Council Tax discount or Housing Benefit

Advice for students

All students:

• The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)
• The British Council
• National Union of Students

Students of particular institutions:

• Edinburgh University Students’ Association
• Napier University Students’ Association
• Stevenson College Student Advice Centre
• Heriot-Watt University Student Welfare Services
• Edinburgh College of Art Student Services
• Edinburgh’s Telford College Support
• Jewel and Esk Valley College Student Services
• Queen Margaret University Student Services
• Leith School of Art Student Support
• Oatridge College Student Support Services
• West Lothian College Student Support

Overseas students

Where to meet people and improve your English:

The Welcoming
Tollcross Primary School
Tel: 0131 221 5800

Polish students can find useful information on Szkocja.net