Where to get help

Information on academic and non-academic support services.

Academic support services

The Institute for Academic Development provides University level support for teaching, learning and researcher development; through leadership, innovation, collaboration and direct provision that benefits students, staff and the University’s international reputation. The IAD offers study development workshops, self-study learning resources, and people you can talk to, to help you succeed in your studies.

Postgraduate research

Doctoral College

The University of Edinburgh Doctoral College is a coordinating structure for all postgraduate researchers, supervisors and relevant staff at the university, designed to enhance and support the postgraduate student experience.

Doctoral College

The Doctoral College is a central structure at Edinburgh, designed to help coordinate and highlight training, support, and opportunities for all postgraduate researchers across the institution.

Non-academic support services

The University offers a wide range of non-academic support services to assist you while you are studying. Find out more about the non-academic support and services available to students at Edinburgh, as listed below.