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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, a conditional or unconditional admission offer is mandatory to be eligible for financial support at UoE. Also maintain great scores in studies, and not be getting financial help from anywhere else. For master's courses, most scholarships also ask for prior work experience. A portfolio of your certifications and achievements is also needed.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
No, JK Rowling did not study at UoE. She pursued a teacher training course at the Moray House before it joined UoE. In 2004, she receieved an honorary doctorate from the university. Her main studies include a UG degree in French and Classics from the University of Exeter.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
The roles taken up graduates vary as per their seniority. MBA graduates take up roles such as Business Consultants, Chief Operating Officer, Partner, Mangement Consultant, and Senior Accountant.
Freshers are offered roles like Account Manager, Funds Analyst, Media Executive, and Business Analyst among others. Freshers receive job offers from 23 countries. Graduate students received from 19.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Indian students can work up to 20 hours per week during the session. They can work full-time during academic breaks. Bartender, Sales Assistant, Cleaner, and Support Workers are some popular part-time jobs pursued by students in Edinburgh.
The average salary earned by students vary for different roles. The national living wages are INR 1.5 K per hour.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
UoE ranks #1 in the UK for its Electronics Engineering program, in the latest Shiksha Rankings. It consistently ranks among the best universities in UK for engineering. Indian students would need a 2:1 UG Honours degree with a minimum GPA of 8.0 on a 10.0 scale for MSc in Electronics Engineering at the University of Edinburgh.
For BSc in Electronics Engineering at UoE, a Class 12th completion certificate with a minimum of 80% is required.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
A tuition deposit is a fraction of the tuition fees which is to be paid by students to comfirm their seat. This is deducted from the fees later. The deposits can vary for different courses as given below.
- INR 1.8 L for a full master's programme
- INR 1.2 L for a PG diploma
- INR 61 K for a PG Certificate
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, parents can absolutely visit you at the UoE campus. For that, they'll need the standard UK Visitor Visa and Electronic Travel Authorisation. As a student, you would also need to meet the below requirements for your parents to visit you.
- Enrolled in a full-time programme with a minimum duration of 6 months
- Receiving a scholarship or sponsorship from the National Government
- Enrolled in a doctoral or research-based higher degree
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, the eateries on campus do serve Indian food. These are managed by the Students' Union. Off-campus, one can find many Indian restaurants. These serve better quality of food and offer more variety. Some popular options are mentioned below.
| Restaurant | Known For | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mother India's Cafe | Tapas-style small dishes | 3-5 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh |
| The Mosque Kitchen | Kebabs, Chicken Tikka Masala, Biryani, and Naan | Nicolson Square, Edinburgh |
| Kalpana Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant | Masala Dosa, Mango Lassi, and Thaali Raj Bhog | 2-3 Patrick Square, Edinburgh |
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, it is possible to change the field of study at UoE. This depends on if seats are available or not, overall academic scores, and when the application is submitted. This can affect the tuiton fees. Transfer for new 1st year students are only allowed in the first 2 weeks of the first semester. The Student Adviser can provide the required guidance.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, Indian students can pursue an MBA online at UoE. Applications open for either September or March entry. The programme has an overall duration of 24 months. It is accredited by the AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA. This programme is recognised around the globe. It would take around 5-9 hours every week.
For admission, a minimum of 3 years of prior work experience is required.
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