School of Economics

Student societies

We are very lucky to have vibrant and active student societies that are at the core of our student community. 

Economics Society

With over 1200 members and 100+ events hosted every year, the Economics Society (EconSoc) is one of the largest student societies at University of Edinburgh. It includes EconWomen, EconSport, the Scottish Economic Conference, Insight magazine, and the Buccleuch Banter podcast.

The society aims to foster a supportive community of a diverse range of students, brought together by a shared interest in the social sciences. It creates academic opportunities and insight by hosting speakers, discussions and debates not otherwise available through the University. Looking to prepare its members for their careers, they provide information about, and experiment with, companies and industries related to their field of interest.

You can connect with EconSoc on Instagram and Facebook.

 

EconWomen

EconWomen focuses on the representation of women in the economics sector. They have many events to get involved with to empower women to be proactive towards their future professional career. They also have a football team for anyone who likes sports or wants to take up a more active hobby.

You can find EconWomen on Instagram and Facebook.

 

EconClans

The School of Economics Academics Clans' goal is to ease the transition to university life by enabling first-year students to interact and socialise with fellow students, attend fun events, and partake in unique Edinburgh experiences. 

Every first-year student in the School of Economics is assigned to a clan, containing other first-years, led by second and third-year Economics students. Our leaders facilitate Clan events and can help answer questions about topics including uni life or studying Economics. 

You can find EconClans on Instagram.

 

Trading and Investment Club

This club has attracted sponsorship from a number of major financial institutions, enabling it to set up its own investment fund. Other club activities include basic training in financial trading and analysis, and a series of talks on finance topics by staff from leading financial institutions. 

You can find Trading and Investment Club on Instagram.

 

180 Degrees Consulting

180 Degrees Consulting is the world’s largest university-based consultancy for non-profits and social enterprises. They operate in more than 35 countries in over 150 branches, one of which is based at the University of Edinburgh.

You can connect with 180 Degrees on Facebook.

 

Forum for Global Human Rights (FGHR)

The FGHR seeks to enhance innovative learning opportunities and community involvement in the field of human rights. By providing a space for young people to develop a toolkit of research and advocacy skills and apply these practically to a relevant human rights issue, they aim to amplify the voice and impact of youth on issues that might be otherwise missed or overlooked in contemporary news coverage.

FGHR

 

Edinburgh University Students' Association (EUSA)

EUSA, as well as various individual student societies, offer skills training sessions, covering such skills as assertiveness, communication, leadership, presentation, team building, and group work. On their website, you can search for other societies that involve your personal interests.

EUSA

 

Edinburgh University Sports Union (EUSU)

Edinburgh University Sports Union is the #1 Sporting Institution in Scotland and 4th in the UK with an incredible 67 Clubs and over 10,000 members. There is an excellent Intramural and Recreational Sport Programme and a Coaching & Volunteering Academy with a year long programme of events, seminars and opportunities to engage and develop as an athlete and as a person.

EUSU

 

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