Preparing to start your studies
On this page you will find a list of resources we hope you will find useful when preparing to study at Edinburgh Law School.
We advise organising your accommodation as early as possible.
When you are choosing accommodation there are lots of things to consider. Our applicants website provides lots of useful information on arriving early, choosing your accommodation and arriving in Edinburgh.
University Accommodation
The University of Edinburgh has different types of accommodation available, from catered flats to self-catered residences.
Visit the University's accommodation website to find out more
Private Accommodation
You may wish to rent a property from a private landlord or agency, or even invest in a property for your time at the University.
If you are a non-UK or Irish national coming to the UK to study a full-time programme for more than 6 months, you will need to apply for a Student visa.
You will need a valid passport and Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) number to apply for a visa. You may also need to submit additional documents depending on your circumstances.
You need to plan the payment of your tuition fees and tell us how you intend to pay.
You can find tuition fees for each of our taught, on-campus LLM and MSc programmes on the University’s degree finder.
Estimated living costs
The University provides an estimate of other studying and living costs to help you calculate your finances.
You will be contacted prior to your studies to register as a new student and confirm your intention to study for the coming academic year.
Matriculation is the process by which you officially enrol at the University. Every student needs to complete the steps, with additional steps if you are coming from outside the UK, the EU, or the EEA.
Matriculation is completed online and your School will tell you how to complete your matriculation by confirming your attendance at the beginning of the semester.
The University's New Students website provides all the essential information required to help you get ready to start your studies.
Visit the New Students Website
You will find that information will be added over the summer and it is recommended to keep looking back at this site to gain the most up-to-date information.
Whether you are an active user of LinkedIn or not, this group is a great way to meet and connect with your future classmates, make lifelong connections, grow your professional network, ask questions and feel part of the Law School before you start your student life here!
When you request to join the group you will be asked to provide your student id/uun and the LLM or MSc programme for which you hold an offer. Once we have received these details we can approve your request to join the group.
Student representation is a fantastic way to connect with the wider Law School community and help make a real difference to the student experience- for yourself, your classmates, and future students too.
At Edinburgh Law School, we’re looking for volunteers at both the programme and course level. Whether you're interested in representing your whole programme or just your class, there’s a role for you.
If you think becoming a Student Rep is the right choice for you, please check out the role overviews below to learn more and see how you can get involved!
Programme Reps
Who are Programme Reps?
Programme Reps are elected students who represent the views of their peers at the programme level. They are responsible for gathering feedback and communicating this to relevant staff within their Programme, Department and School.
What You’ll Do:
- Become formal members of the Law School's student-staff liaison committees.
- Feedback to the School on programme-level issues affecting the student experience throughout the entire year.
- Consolidate that feedback and share it with relevant staff within their Programme, Department and School, primarily through attending Student Staff Liaison Committee (SSLC) meetings each semester.
- Encourage all members of an LLM or MSc programmes to communicate comments and provide feedback about their programme experience.
- Work collaboratively with academic and professional services staff to address students’ concerns and identify solutions to issues raised.
- Close the feedback loop by communicating how feedback has been received and responded to with the students they represent.
Course Representatives
Who are Course Reps?
Course Reps are elected or selected students who represent their peers at the course level.
What You’ll Do:
- Consult classmates to gather feedback on their experiences.
- Communicate both positive and negative feedback comments to staff about the running of the course.
- Attend meetings with your Course Organiser to convey and represent the general views of the class.
- Encourage all members of the course to comment on their experience.
Benefits:
- Flexible role, manageable alongside your studies.
- Gain transferable skills in, communication, negotiation, and leadership.
- Opportunity to work with staff and fellow students to help improve the learning experience for all.
Further information regarding the application and nomination process for both Programme and Course Representatives will be circulated in September, so please look out for these updates.
Contact us
If you have any questions about starting your studies with us please don't hesitate to contact us.