Hello!! This might sound silly but I’m starting my MSc in September at age 29. I’ve been in the work force since undergrad and just now going back to school. I was wondering if there were any others out there not in their early 20s or how normal it is for someone to be around my age or older. I know I shouldn’t care but would love to know that I’m not alone!
Hi everyone! I got offered the Uni of Edinburgh's accommodation in McLeod Street, which is in Gorgie (right next to the stadium). I've obviously done some research into it, the residence itself looks lovely but I've never visited Edinburgh and know nothing about which areas are nice and which are unsafe.
I've heard conflicting things about Gorgie. Some say it is nice, affordable, up and coming, but I've heard some say it is not a nice area and it is quite rough. It is also about 30 minutes by bus from where I will study at uni.
It is on the expensive side (normally £12,000 for the year) but I got a reduced price as they ran out of cheaper accommodation. So, most people there will be more well-off and used to nice areas, which reassures me a bit, especially as someone from a council estate in the north of England, but I am still worried about the area. Is crime bad? What is it like living there? Will I need to be extra careful living there? What kinds of people live there? Are there lots of drunkards or drug addicts? Is it safe at nighttime, or do I need to be constantly looking over my shoulder (not that I don't anyway, but more than usual?)?
Sorry about all the questions, I'm completely new and safety is something I am always very concerned about when I go to new places.
For context, I'm from Hull, so if anyone could compare Gorgie to an area in Hull, crime-wise, etc, I would really appreciate that. I haven't signed the contract yet because I am so worried about the area.
If anyone is a student living at McLeod Street that would be really useful too, as that's where I would be living if I accept it.
Thank you everyone.
Does anyone have any experience of both / either to help make a decision?
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Does going to Pure Gym (my regular gym in another town), mean I miss out on a social aspect of Pleasance Gym? What is your preference on the costs, business, vibe, equipment? Thanks.
How much is the uni gym membership price for the semester or full academic year?
Wanted to get an idea since it’s not yet on the website
Edit: forgot to mention that I’d probably prefer to get an off peak membership to save on cost
I believe we were supposed to be emailed by our respective schools yesterday but didn't receive any emails? Am I meant to look somewhere online? Or has the university just not contacted us yet? Am I the only one experiencing this?
Hi! Can anyone share some photos of this accom - super sketchy that I got put here when I applied to richmond place. It looks like the sad stepson of ed accom….
Does anyone have experience with 2nd year direct entry or the performance costume course? I am starting in September and would appreciate hearing any advice or just information on what to expect
hii i’m joining in september for fine art and was wondering how to make friends if im not going to accoms ?! i know this is the main way people find their groups/ friends and i need advice if it really is that important to be in halls or not for ur social life? and was also wondering how to join any sc or whatsapp groups for freshers ! thx!
Hello all (:
I have changed my preferred name in MyEd, and that was worked fine, but I tried to do the same on UOE Living, which seemed to be the app for meeting people in my accommodation (correct me!). It will let me change my display name manually while the app is open but as soon as I close and re-open the app it returns to my legal name, I don't understand why.
Further, how do I make sure my legal name is kept as confidential as possible, I don't want flatmates or classmates seeing it for any reason.
Thank you so muchh
I'm trying to get tickets for fresher events (Archaeology soc specifically) how ever it's not letting me log in to get said tickets. I've deleted cache and cookies but I'm still getting "sign in error" despite using the correct account. Anyone know what to do I dont want to miss out on freshers
i know you all must get this question so much but bear with me i’m just an anxious student!
i’m coming to study history in september. realistically, in the HCA department, how bad is the marking situation? i really want to strive for a first or a strong 2:1 as i want to become a barrister.
and the rest of the quality of life in the HCA and the uni in general. how is it? is it as bad as some people and the reviews say?
Hi this is a weird question but I was wondering what the wifi at the uni is? I’m considering getting a new data package but if the wifi is largely good I might not bother (i am happy with the one I have now).
I’ll be based around the George Square and New College
thanks!!
wondering water the drinking water situation is is uni accom across edinburgh?.ill be staying at salisbury court and im coming as a intl student.Was wondering if everyone just drinks tap or buys water?looking to buy a britta water filter just in case so if anyone has any advice would help a lot.
Hi guys! I’m sure this question gets asked a lot, so sorry, but I really wanted some advice.
I’m from Brazil, and I’m coming to UoE in September for my master’s, and I’m trying to figure out how much to pack. I don’t want to overpack because I’m sure I’ll end up buying some more weather-appropriate clothes once I get to Scotland, but I also don’t want to arrive and immediately be freezing or have to buy an entire new wardrobe.
What do you think is actually worth bringing from home? What should I prioritize when packing? And is there anything you wish you had brought with you (or, on the contrary, something you brought that you really didn’t need)?
Any tips would be greatly appreciated! :)
Hi everyone! I just firmed edinburgh for undergrad (literally like an hour ago lol) and I was just wondering about all the freshers events and whether it’s worth buying tickets now or if they’re a scam.
Thanks!
Hi! I’ve just been provided with my courses by the CAHSS visiting office. When I looked at the timetable info it seemed as if two of my lectures meet at the same time.
Could this be outdated information, or is it possible that they would give me two courses with the same lecture time?
Any insight would be helpful!
Hi! I noticed that there was a UoE Living App to meet your flatmates, join events, and get moving-in tips. I tried creating an account, but it said my login was not recognized in the database.
Is this app something that students actually use? If so, how can I gain access?
Hey everyone,
I will be joining uni of edinburgh this year for MSc Social Psychology Programme. Is there any whatsapp or instagram group for incoming students? Please share if anyone has any information on this!!
Im planning on trying Uni of Edinburgh and Kings College London for clearing for Biochem (predicted
(A+ A+ A) but realistically may end up with AAA or atleast I hope I do. What do you guys think are the chances that I do actually get a place in these top unis through clearing (grade requirements are AAA) since they would probably have a few people trying for a place. And also I looked it up and Edinburgh uses a form for clearing whereas Kings does phone calls. I always thought that Edinburgh does phone calls too so I am so confused. Lastly, I just want to know how smooth the clearing process is on actual results day??
I really am anxious about this so I would appreciate some help.
Coming to edinburgh as a intl student, is there any advice you'd give yourself if you were a fresher?