There are many ways you can continue your learning and development outside of your academic studies. Studying at university isn't just about lectures, tutorials, studying in the library and attending laboratories. While these academic aspects are important, you can also learn many new skills outside of the classroom. Image Learning opportunitiesYou may find opportunities to learn and develop through:part-time workvolunteeringa representational role, such as being an official Class Representative for your class or subject areainternships during your summer holidayswork placementsinternational experiences, such as studying or working abroadFrom volunteering in Edinburgh, to a work placement in Glasgow, or an international experience in Paris, we have lots of opportunities for you to consider. We will support you as you get started, and will let you know about the funding options available to help.BenefitsThe learning experience you have outside of the classroom is incredibly valuable to employers. It gives you new insights, widens your frame of reference, develops your skills, and helps to show you have the initiative to try new things and take on new challenges.Skills you can develop through learning outside of the classroom include:planning, coordinating and organisingproblem-solvingassertivenessinitiativeadaptabilitycommunication and people skillsworking by yourself and with a teamEach of these skills will be of huge value when you come to apply for your first graduate job and beyond.Funding for opportunities abroadSome opportunities, such as international experiences, have a cost attached.We offer a number of bursaries and fully funded opportunities for international experiences, work placements and internships.We will get in touch with you in October each year to tell you more about the opportunities that are available and to guide you through your application. Related linksPart-time and vacation jobs for studentsStudent Volunteering ServiceClass RepresentativesInternships and work experienceStudying or working abroadContact Dr Neil Speirs Widening Participation Manager Student Recruitment and Admissions Contact details Website: Full profile page Email: neil.speirs@ed.ac.uk HTML Contact us through an online sign language interpreter British Sign Language (BSL) users can contact the University of Edinburgh via Contact Scotland BSL, the online British Sign Language video relay interpreting service. Find out more on the Contact Scotland BSL website This article was published on 2024-11-12
HTML Contact us through an online sign language interpreter British Sign Language (BSL) users can contact the University of Edinburgh via Contact Scotland BSL, the online British Sign Language video relay interpreting service. Find out more on the Contact Scotland BSL website
