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An end of an era – graduation
Posted on 6 November 20187 February 2019

American student Corrine reflects on her time at Edinburgh Napier as she takes her first step into the graduate world. The beginning of a new chapter I know this is a cliché, but I’ll say …

View of the sunset at Portobello Beach.
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A sunrise to soothe a stressed student
Posted on 25 September 201816 October 2018

Norwegian student Kris discovers one of Edinburgh’s hidden gems to relax and unwind between his studies. “One of Edinburgh’s most beautiful views” There are many sights to see in Edinburgh. So many in fact that …

Nidhi and friends
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A dream come true
Posted on 6 June 201819 October 2018

Nidhi from India shares her journey of achieving her goal of studying in Scotland. The rest just falls into place.. Setting goals Life has a lot of surprises in store for you, my life filled …

Main entrance to the National Museum of Scotland.
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A rainy day in Edinburgh is never boring
Posted on 29 May 20182 November 2018

The rain won’t stop Corrine from the USA enjoy Edinburgh’s student scene. From museum exhibitions to live music in one of the city’s pubs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Edinburgh student life “Edinburgh is a …

Image taken on the Royal Mile.
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A magical trip to St Giles
Posted on 18 May 20181 June 2018

Pankhuri from India walks down memory lane, as she narrates her magical musical experience of attending a Christmas concert at St Giles’ Cathedral. St Giles’ Cathedral St Giles’ Cathedral, also known as the High Kirk …

Image taken from the top of Calton Hill.
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Edinburgh – a picture perfect city
Posted on 16 May 201831 May 2018

From the historical buildings to the views of Arthurs Seat, photography student Ili from Singapore believes Edinburgh is picture perfect.   Moving to Edinburgh When I first moved to Edinburgh, I was mesmerised by the beautiful city. …

Woman getting hair styled in vintage hair salon
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From retro shoes to glamorous accessories: exploring Edinburgh’s vintage scene
Posted on 4 May 20184 May 2018

American undergraduate student Corrine loves to spend her free time browsing for retro finds in thrift shops and vintage fairs in Edinburgh. This past Sunday I attended Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair in Edinburgh looking for …

Film student Chris outside the Scottish Parliament.
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MA Film: a week in the life
Posted on 18 April 201818 April 2018

Chris from the United States of America gives you a peek into the life of a Master of Arts (MA) in Film student at Screen Academy Scotland. The month of February was a whirlwind of …

Union Canal Edinburgh with boats
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Edinburgh is the perfect city. Almost.
Posted on 17 April 201817 April 2018

From independent coffee shops to student-friendly pubs, cultural delights to the great outdoors, as far as undergraduate student Maria from Norway is concerned, Edinburgh is the perfect city. Almost! Coming from the Norwegian countryside and into Scotland’s …

Group photo of international student ambassadors
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Women’s empowerment in Pakistan
Posted on 6 March 201817 April 2018

Women’s empowerment in Pakistan is close to the heart of international student Beenish as she embarks on her two-year MBA. Gaining knowledge, practical experience and confidence, she plans to challenge gender inequality in the workplace …

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