Programme Specific Inductions

Most of our online programmes run their own induction and welcome events. You will receive information from your own programme team, and you can also look at Guidebook - click on 'events' and then filter by 'browse by audience'.

The following programme-specific events for online students are currently confirmed:

Master of Public Health (online) – Welcome session - Mon 12^th Sep 14:00-15:00 A welcome session with our Programme Directors, Dr Ruth McQuillan and Dr Niall Anderson, for all new students joining the Master of Public Health online programme. Second and third year students are also very welcome to join!

Vet School online distance learners - Welcome and introductions -  13 September (12.30-13.30 UK time) or 15 September (19.00-20.00 UK time) This online session will provide you with key information; the opportunity to meet other online students; and ask questions. Instructions and a link to the session will be provided in advance – please check your Programme Base course for details.

Pre-arrival study skills courses

To support you with your Masters studies for the year ahead, we offer study skills workshops throughout the year. This year we will be offering a set of online 'pre-arrival' workshops to support you with your studies and skills such as critical thinking, writing at PGT level and getting the best from your library at the University of Edinburgh.

These workshops are open to all on campus and online PGT students.  All workshops are now available to book.  If there are any problems with booking a place please email iad.masters@ed.ac.uk.

• Critical Thinking  - 6 September, 10.00-11.00 Direct Booking Link: https://www.events.ed.ac.uk/index.cfm?event=book&scheduleID=21586
• Writing at PGT Level - 7 September, 15:00-16:00 Direct Booking Link:  https://www.events.ed.ac.uk/index.cfm?event=book&scheduleID=21587
• Getting started with the Library- 8 September, 12:00-13:00 In this session, we will cover the essential things you need to get the best from the Library at the University of Edinburgh for your studies, whether you’re in Edinburgh or studying online. Please bring plenty of questions, and in this friendly and welcoming introduction and discussion, you’ll get a head start in preparation for your course. Direct Booking Link: https://www.events.ed.ac.uk/index.cfm?event=book&scheduleID=21585

These sessions will take place via blackboard collaborate (virtual classroom). Booking is required in order to receive the workshop link and further information about how to join the session.