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. 

They offer online resources and workshops focusing on academic writing and other aspects of academic study. You can also book a one-to-one study consultation.

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

Further support for academic writing

The Royal Literary Fund (RLF) Fellows offer one-to-one practical sessions to help you improve your writing, whatever your subject or level of study.

Royal Literary Fund Fellows | Library

The Graduate Writing Centre offers online one-to-one academic writing tutorials for all postgraduate students (PGT and PGR).

Graduate Writing Centre | English Language Education

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.