Academic services

There are various resources and services available to provide you with academic support.

Academic Skills

If you're an undergraduate or postgraduate taught student, the Academic Skills team provides services and support to help you develop the academic skills you need to learn and study effectively at University. 

Academic Skills

Development for Postgraduate Researchers

We provide workshops and opportunities to support you during your research journey, developing your skills and supporting your career development. Discover our personal and professional development and career management provision, tailored for postgraduate researchers. 

Postgraduate Researcher and Career Development | Doctoral College

Your School can offer you academic and pastoral support via Student Support Teams.

Peer Learning and Support groups are coordinated by the Students’ Association and are made up of volunteer students to help you with your transition into the University and beyond.

Find out more about student exchanges, work placements, traineeships, volunteering, and other international experiences.

Edinburgh Innovations runs a free service to support student entrepreneurs.

Fulfil your academic potential with a range of free English language writing, speaking and listening courses.