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Old College of the University of Edinburgh (© Neale Smith)

The University of Edinburgh

Location:

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Introduction:

The University of Edinburgh, the 6th oldest university in Great Britain, was founded in 1583 and has a world-wide reputation for excellence. Its current student population of more than 22,000 (around 17,000 undergraduates and 5,400 postgraduates) is enrolled in 8 Faculties: Arts, Divinity, Law, Medicine, Music, Science & Engineering, Social Sciences (includes the Department of Business Studies), and Medicine. Approximately 5,100 of the total population are international students from over 120 different countries. The university is located on 2 main sites within the City of Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, which is home to the Scottish Parliament and a huge number of galleries, museums, not to mention some 9 annual international festivals.

Academic Areas of Expertise/Focus:

not specified

Level:

BCom only

Available Spots:

4 semester spots/academic year

Special Admission Requirements:

n/a

Approximate Term Dates:

Semester 1: September - December
Semester 2: January - May

Summer Program Option:

University of Edinburgh Summer School

Academics

Full-time Course Load: 60 credits/3 courses per semester (equivalent to 15 UofA credits)

Language(s) of Instruction: English

Course Restrictions: As our agreement with the University of Edinburgh is a "subject specific" one for Business, exchange participants are required to take 2/3 of their courses in this field and will be allowed to take 1/3 non-business courses from other faculties (pending space availability and entry requirements).

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Services

✓  On-Campus Student Residences
✓  Off-Campus Housing Assistance
✓  Buddy Program
✓  Pre-Semester Orientation Program
✓  Language Courses
✕  Airport Pick-up Service
✕  Mandatory Insurance Program
✕  Internship Placement Program
✕  Host Family/Home Stay Program

Special Funding:

BUTEX Student Scholarships - open to all undergraduate students accepted on an official exchange program for a minimum of one semester at a BUTEX affiliated institution in the UK. Valued at £500 to be paid upon arrival & registration at the host university. Please visit the for more information.

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