Five Reasons to Study Abroad in Scotland
Scotland has a huge number of international students – around 48,000. But, what makes it such a popular destination?
Here are five reasons why the land of J.K Rowling and Adam Smith is a hit with study abroad candidates…
- A long history in higher education
More than 600 years, in fact! It has some of the world’s oldest and most respected universities that have help shape our world. From the invention of the telephone to the world of Harry Potter, Scotland’s universities continue to produce international icons.
- Research is excellent
Scotland’s universities are leaders in research. It is home to five universities ranked amongst the top international institutions, including Edinburgh, Glasgow and St Andrews. Research for STEM subjects is noticeably well funded and boasts world-class facilities. Whatever you want to pursue academically – Scotland is the place.
- Graduates go on to find a job
Scottish university graduates are very employable. Nine out of every ten graduates go on to find a job or continue study within six months. These prospects are not only down to the well-respected teaching at Scottish universities, but the strong links between industry and the university sector.
- An ancient land to explore
Beyond the classroom, Scotland universities offer students a gateway to adventure. Scotland’s landscape is some of the most wild and beautiful in the United Kingdom, with stunning lochs (lakes) and glens (valleys) to get lost in. There are countless things to do and see – from Whisky tasting to Whale watching – that will make your time studying in Scotland really memorable.
- A rich cultural scene
Taking place in August, the Edinburgh Festival (sometimes referred to as the ‘Fringe’) is the world’s largest arts festival. For students in Scotland, this is a fantastic opportunity to see some of the best theatre, music, art and comedy from across the world. And that’s just one of over 350 festivals taking place in Scotland every year!
The best judges after all, are the students. It’s no surprise, then, that they rate their experience in Scotland as among the best for studying abroad.
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