Overall, I'm satisfied with the experience and the exposure I'm getting. The discussions and learning in such an environment are nourishing but a lot of it has to be self-driven to make the most out of it because otherwise the offerings can feel limiting at times.
Course Curriculum :
The curriculum is concise but well designed. It gives an overview of everything that one needs to know before diving into working in the field. However, there was no exposure directly from the university. As for research experience, because we are bound to work on our dissertation projects, we do gain research experience.
Exams :
My scores: IELTS 8.5; Class minimum score: IELTS 7. No other standardized test required.. I had to submit an SoP, LoRs and CV. My LoRs were completely written by my professors who directly submitted it to the university. For SoP, I mentioned my background, what led me to apply, the areas I'm passionate about, why I see University of Edinburgh as the suitable place for me, how I think I might fit, and how I want to used my skill sets in the future. My CV is a standard CV which lists my basic skills, my educational background, my research and work experience, my projects/internships and some of my achievements/leadership roles.
Placement :
There is no college placement at this University for master's students.
Internship :
I'm working remote on a part-time voluntary, unpaid internship at the Institute for Neuromarketing based in Croatia. I mailed them to get in touch after which I had a series of tests and interviews to get the internship.
Fees :
28500 GBP
Scholarship :
I haven't received any scholarship.
Faculty :
Faculty for my course keeps changing based on the modules. The professors who are experts in the respective modules of a course or have a specialisation take it up. So, it's on a rotation basis as per this. Faculty to student ration depends on the course but is usually 1:25 on an average.
Campus Life :
Events, activities and campus life is vibrant with something or the other going on at any given point. There are also various student-led societies if one wants to join.
Hostel :
I have an en-suite flat with a shared kitchen in a university accommodation building. It's a decent option costing around 8500 GBP for a year.
