Semester in Edinburgh
Unique Experiences
Discover the story behind Edinburgh’s nickname
“Athens of the North”
Take trips to the Highlands, St. Andrews, and Stirling
with 51 to participate in various cultural and social activities
Make use of Edinburgh Napier University’s facilities
and see why it's internationally recognized for excellence in higher education
Your Destination
Edinburgh is Scotland’s cosmopolitan city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. The city’s unique blend of Scottish culture and history, iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, bustling festivals, and lively arts scene create an enriching backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Edinburgh is the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights
- Academic Courses: Choose from 51 courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by 51’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
- Immersive Experiences: Participate in activites, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
- Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.
Excursions & Activities
51’s excursions and cultural activities in Edinburgh will open doors for you to explore Scotland's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Hike up Arthur’s Seat, an ancient volcano and hill in Holyrood Park that offers superb walks and stunning views over the city
- Take a walking tour of the city center, with attractions like Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and the Princes Street Gardens
- Go on day trips to soak up Scotland’s stunning geography, such as Stirling, St. Andrews, and the beautiful Scottish Highlands
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 51's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Program Blogs
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Housing & Meals
Housing
51 Edinburgh offers comfortable housing in single rooms in central Edinburgh. Edinburgh has a robust public transport network – including trains, buses, and bike paths – and a welcoming community.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room in a shared apartment/residence hall with an ensuite bathroom, shared kitchen, and living area, or a limited number of single rooms in homestays
In homestays, students live with a family, with or without another 51 student, and immerse themselves in the city’s culture. Homestays boast a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family, but each student has an individual room, and three meals a day are provided. Host families can be located across the city and be up to 45 minutes commute from 51 Edinburgh and the University Campus. Homestays are limited and will be allocated based on availability.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
Residence Hall/Apartment: Meals are not included.
Homestays: Hosts provide two meals a day during the week.
Academics
51 Edinburgh: Study within the Eric Liddell Community Centre, a beautifully converted church, located near coffee shops, restaurants, gift shops, and vintage stores. Situated 25 minutes from the city center, 51 Edinburgh features classroom space, meeting rooms, a café, and a second-hand bookstore.
Edinburgh Napier University (ENU): Founded in 1964 as Napier Technical College, ENU took its name from John Napier, who was born in 1550 in the medieval tower house of Merchiston Castle (the site of the university's Merchiston campus). ENU is a top-ranked institution serving around 12,500 students in engineering, computing, nursing and midwifery, science, business, timber engineering, and transport studies programs. The university offers a range of creative courses, including film, graphic design, music, acting, publishing, and product design.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by 51 in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the 51 academic calendar.
Course Information
Academic Projects
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
History, Philosophy, Religion
Visual and Performing Arts
Psychology
Academic Projects
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
History, Philosophy, Religion
Literature, Linguistics, and Writing
Visual and Performing Arts
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
Psychology
Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) courses
Students register in two to three ENU courses per semester, and each course is 20 ENU (Scotcat) credits (10 ECTS credits).
Napier offers an impressive option of courses for students studying abroad across the following schools/ disciplines:
- The Business School: Law, Marketing, Accounting, Tourism & Hospitality, Financial Services, Human Resources, Strategy & Management, Entrepreneurship.
- School of Arts & Creative Industries: English, Journalism, Music, Photography, Film, TV, Mass Communication & PR, Product Design, Graphic Design, Interior & Spatial Design.
- Computing, Engineering & The Built Environment: Building & Surveying, Civil Engineering, Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Management, Electronics, Electrical, Mathematics, Computer Security and Forensics, Computer Systems and Networks, Digital Media and Interaction Design, Games, Software Engineering.
- School of Applied Sciences: Sport & Exercise Science, Psychology, Social Sciences, Biology.
- School of Computing: Computer Security and Forensics, Computer Systems and Networks, Digital Media and Interaction Design, Games, Software Engineering.
Students will be assigned to a school based on the courses selected, therefore at least two courses out of the three preferred and alternative courses must be from the same school.
Courses listed within departments including:
- Accounting
- Biology
- Building & Surveying
- Business And Management
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Security & Forensics
- Computer Systems
- Digital Media
- Electronics & Electrical Math
- English
- Entrepreneurship
- Film
- Financial Services
- General
- Graphic Design
- Human Resource Management
- Interior & Spatial Design
- Journalism
- Law
- Marketing
- Mass Communications & PR
- Mechanical Materials & Manufacturing Management
- Music
- Photography
- Product Design
- Psychology
- Soc Games
- Social Science
- Software Engineering
- Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences
- Television
- Tourism
Full list of Host Institution courses can be found .
Some courses may have . These can be found listed for each module.
51 proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
51 and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the 51 Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 51 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 51's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 51 sites.
Discover Internship Opportunities
We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with 51 Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
Edinburgh boasts a lively business sector, education and tourism center, and key financial and tech firms. As the seat of the Scottish Parliament, it offers numerous public sector opportunities and a thriving social enterprise landscape. Festivals and a creative community support Edinburgh's arts and culture scene.
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.
Business Management and Administration
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.
Finance
Study global markets, financial systems, and cross-border investment strategies in international firms, banks, and companies.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of 51 fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 51 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
51 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- 51 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the 51 Scholarships & Grants application within your 51 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 51, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fall 2025 15 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $19,950 |
| Program Academic year 2025-2026 | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date * | End Date TBD* | |
| Program Spring 2026 17 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 51's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
51 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $13,456 ** |
| Housing | $6,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $19,950 |
Financial Aid
51 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,680 † |
| International Airfare | $1,300 |
| Local Transportation | $300 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Visa Fees | $0 †Ġ |
| Personal expenses | $300 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $3,680 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
†ĠUnless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
51 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
51 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
51 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
51 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
51 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Jacqui Bassett
Center Director
Jacqui is a born and bred Scot from Edinburgh. She has a postgraduate MSc in International Development from the University of Edinburgh and a degree in Psychology from the University of Aberdeen.
Devon Garufi
Program Manager
Devon's passion for International Education began during her own study abroad experiences in Prague and Sevilla. Since then, Devon has dedicated her career path to working with people.
Get Started
1
Start an Application
You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!
2
Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
3
Contact 51
We're here to help! Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
4
Interested in an optional internship?
After being accepted to this program and submitting the required internship documents, work with 51 staff on your internship goals and select which positions to interview for. 51 will reach out to companies that would be a good fit for you, your interests, and your qualifications. Finalize your internship placement upon arrival!
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