CIEE Business + Culture in Edinburgh, Scotland

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Locations: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
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Program Sponsor: CIEE

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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English	Housing Options:	Apartment (shared), Dormitory
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study:	Accounting, Biology, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Culture, Economics, Engineering, Film, Finance, Gender Studies, Health Science, History, International Business, Law, Literature, Management, Mathematics & Statistics, Media Studies, Music, Psychology, Public Health, Public Relations, Sustainability, Tourism, Urban Studies, Writing	Program Type:	Study Abroad
Minimum GPA:	3

Program Description:

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Program Overview

Your Business + Culture program in Edinburgh allows you to combine a broad selection of business courses while engaging with global business concepts in a city steeped in history and deep-rooted cultural traditions. You’ll enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Outside the classroom, immerse yourself in Edinburgh through co-curricular and extracurricular activities like touring the iconic Edinburgh Castle, wandering the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, and visiting the Royal Bank of Scotland to examine global finance and innovation. Edinburgh’s blend of history, culture, and entrepreneurial energy makes every day abroad a new opportunity to grow.

Unique Experiences

Meet with leaders at Seismic, an Edinburgh Certified B Corporation

to explore how businesses embed sustainability and social impact into marketing, operations, and brand storytelling

Visit Skyscanner, the Edinburgh-born travel search platform used around the world

Hike to the top of Arthur’s Seat in Holyrood Park

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Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.

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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Edinburgh will open doors for you to explore Scotland’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of excursions and activities:

Travel to Uddingston to tour the Tunnock’s factory and see how the family-owned company behind the famous Caramel Wafer and Tea Cake blends brand heritage with modern manufacturing
Take a day trip to Glenkinchie Distillery to learn how traditional whisky production and global branding drive one of Scotland’s most iconic industries
Visit iconic Highland sites including Glencoe, Inverness, and Loch Ness on a day trip or overnight stay to experience Scotland’s stunning scenery and history

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Field trips and cultural activities
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel protection included

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