University of Edinburgh Summer School

Applications for our 2026 Pre-University Life Sciences Summer School may now be closed, but you can still join our mailing list to stay up to date and be the first to hear when applications open for 2027.

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⏰ Only ONE day left to apply for our Pre-University Summer School courses at the University of Edinburgh!

If you’re curious about the world around you and want to explore subjects in the social sciences before university, this is your chance to study with leading academics, meet students from around the world, and experience student life in Edinburgh this summer 🌍📚

Applications close tomorrow — don’t miss out!

Find out more and apply now edin.ac/3PIfmIT

Only a few days left to apply for Summer School! ☀️📚

Don’t miss your chance to spend the summer making unforgettable memories in one of the world’s most iconic and beautiful cities — Edinburgh.

Apply now before applications close! edin.ac/49wfMLj

Dreaming of studying design at university? 🎨✨

There’s now less than ONE WEEK left to apply for our Pre-University: Design Summer School at the University of Edinburgh.

Designed for students aged 16–18, this immersive two-week programme gives you the chance to:
🖌️ Build your creative portfolio
📸 Explore visual communication, animation, photography and design thinking
🏛️ Experience university life in Edinburgh
🤝 Learn from experienced design practitioners and academics

Applications close Tuesday 19 May at 17:00 (BST).

Find out more and apply edin.ac/3CNhufn

Science is shaping the future faster than ever — from genetics and immunology to biodiversity and global health. 🧬🔬

For students aged 16–18 thinking about studying science at university, the University of Edinburgh’s Pre-University Life Sciences Summer School offers students aged 16–18 the chance to explore university-level science, build practical skills, and experience student life in Edinburgh.

But you better be quick, applications close next Tuesday at 5pm! edin.ac/4q1SpjE

Thinking about studying Humanities at university? 📚🏛️✨

This summer, explore Literature, Philosophy, History and Art History at the University of Edinburgh. Develop your academic skills through lectures, discussions, gallery visits and walking tours through historic Edinburgh.

Discover how ideas, texts and artworks connect across the Humanities — while experiencing university life in Scotland’s capital.

Apply now edin.ac/3Wtaprg

Just one week to go! Applications for our Pre-University Summer School close next Tuesday, 19th May at 17:00 BST.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience studying at a top 50 Russell Group university this summer. With a small, compact campus and a vibrant social scene, you’ll build friendships, try new things, and experience student life in a way you won’t forget.

Don’t miss your chance — applications close in one week!

📣Applications for our Pre-University Summer School are closing in just under a month - don’t miss out!📣

Get ready for a summer to remember in the stunning, historic city of Edinburgh. A UNESCO-listed destination known for its beauty, culture, and charm, it’s the perfect place to learn, explore, and make unforgettable memories.

Places are limited — apply now before it’s too late! edin.ac/49wfMLj

Thinking about your next steps after school?

Our Pre-University Summer School is designed for students aged 16–18 in their final or second-to-last year of high school 💫

📚 Explore subjects across Humanities, Social Sciences, Design & Sciences
🗓️ Join us for a two-week experience (29 June – 10 July 2026)
🏡 Live the full student life with central accommodation included

Get a taste of university, discover what you love, and make this summer count 🌍✨

Find out more and apply edin.ac/4gD60tb

Edinburgh might be small—but it’s full of life 💫 Easily explore by bus, tram, or on foot, with everything right on your doorstep.

Last summer, our Pre-University students wandered through campus, then relaxed with a picnic and games near Arthur’s Seat. And trust us—the views from the top are worth it 📸

Beyond the classroom, our Summer School is packed with social activities—bringing students together to connect, make friends, and experience Scottish culture first-hand.

🎥 Watch the video to see it all in action!

https://youtu.be/b9gK5b5hO-8