Improve Your English Skills
LearnEnglish Teens wants to support students who can’t go to school at the moment. You can find tips and advice for learning at home on their new support page. LearnEnglish Teens is brought to you by the British Council, the world’s English teaching experts. If you want to learn English while having fun, this free […]
BBC Teach
Whether you’re at home or at school, you can use BBC Teach for free. Their website is home to thousands of free curriculum-mapped videos, arranged by age-group and subject.
Edinburgh University Exchange Programme
An exchange is normally undertaken in the third year of study as part of your chosen degree programme. Usually, you apply during your second year, study abroad during your third year and return to Edinburgh for your fourth year. The Edinburgh University website gives lots of information about exchange opportunities.
Volunteering Abroad
If you want to try something different, or find something that feels worthwhile, you could try volunteering abroad. There are lots of organisations who can provide this kind of experience.
Best Gap Year
Best Gap Year has put together a huge range of gap year courses, paid working holidays, volunteer placements and travel adventures in breathtaking destinations around the world. Whether you are filling a few weeks of your summer break or planning a year long break to travel the world, we have gap year inspiration for every […]
Free Courses in Scotland
Free Courses in Scotland offer free, nationally recognised qualifications in a wide range of subject areas. With support from a personal tutor, you will have the support needed to succeed. Register your interest online to begin learning at your own pace.
Free Distance Learning with Edinburgh University
The University of Edinburgh offers a range of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). MOOCs are freely accessible and open-licensed short courses, delivered to large cohorts of learners fully online. To date, more than 2 million people have signed up to Edinburgh courses across a broad range of subject areas. There is a ‘certificate of completion’ […]
Studying Abroad
Studying abroad is an exciting opportunity offered by most universities. It can really open your mind to new ways of thinking and provide amazing experiences. There is a lot to consider; however, and this UCAS article outlines the pros and cons of studying abroad. Contact your university’s student union for more information about what opportunities […]
Free Distance Learning with OpenLearn
OpenLearn courses have been proven to increase confidence and develop the skills needed to enter Higher Education and succeed with learning. You can choose an OpenLearn course from a wide range of subjects. Once you make a free account, you can start learning immediately and work through it at your own pace. There is also […]
Edinburgh University: Summer School
Edinburgh University welcomes applications from undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and professionals. Please note that all of our courses have a minimum age requirement of 18, except our Pre-University courses. Pre-University courses are suitable for students aged 16-18, who are in their last years of high school and wish to gain experience in a university-type learning […]