Online distance learning Offer Holder e-Zine Also in this issue
Joining instructions and induction
New student welcome guides Online students’ checklist Latest University news
Pre-programme virtual sessions
Essential Apps
Why Live in Edinburgh?
Welcome, This e-Zine is designed for students who have an offer with the University of Edinburgh-College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, to provide you with the latest College updates as well as further details on your journey to the University.
Hello, Not long now until you join us for your online distance learning postgraduate studies. We hope you’re looking forward to your studies! Our postgraduate team have been working very hard in preparation for your arrival. We hope your own preparations are coming along well, but if you need any further assistance, please let us know. This month’s e-zine includes updates on the University’s New Student Welcome Guides, a checklist specifically for online distance learning students, as well as information on joining the University and induction. I hope you find it informative! Best wishes, Lauren Johnston-Smith Marketing and Communications Manager lauren.johnston-smith@ed.ac.uk
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Latest News Record-breaking year in research The University has attracted record levels of investment in its pioneering research work. Figures for the last 12 months show that the University was awarded ÂŁ250 million to fund its research in 2011/12, 37 per cent more than the ÂŁ183 million received in 2010/11. The amount is a record for any Scottish university, beating the ÂŁ249 million earned by Edinburgh in 2008/09. (Read More)
Nanofibre health risk quantified Health risks posed to people who work with tiny fibres used in manufacturing industries could be reduced, thanks to new research. Research into the health risks posed by nanofibres - used to strengthen objects from tennis rackets to airplane wings - has pinpointed the lengths at which these fibres are harmful to the lungs. (Read More)
Download College and University Apps!
There are two free apps that you should download to your smartphone, if you have one, before you join us in September: •
The College App - UoE CMVM - provides applicants with useful information such as video guidance on accepting offers, and access to accommodation links, latest College news, student blogs, Facebook groups etc. The App is currently available for iPhone and iPad users only, but if successful will be rolled out to other platforms. We will be using the App to keep you updated on important updates leading up to matriculation and enrolment. So please remember to 'accept' the push notification request once you've downloaded it.
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The University App – U@Ed – is designed for current or new students and is available on both iOS and Android platforms. Students can view courses, notices, events, use the Campus Maps, check library records and financial details.
Induction & Joining Instructions
Online event info
Joining Instructions Hopefully you’ll have received our detailed Joining Instructions by email recently. Visit the College website for full details. We’ll be in touch again at the end of the week with instructions on how to access the College Welcome Event online! If you can’t join us in real time on 10th September, then we hope to put it online for you to watch a few days later! Other useful links: Registration and matriculation: How to enrol at the University and information about your University card. English language test scores: free English Language support available Tuition fees and costs: Helpful information on paying your fees.
Welcome Guides The University has created a number of Welcome Guides for new students – essential reading if you’re joining us in Edinburgh for the first time! The Online Students’ Welcome Guide provides lots of useful information to help you prepare for your studies in September, including a checklist to ensure that you make all the necessary preparations.
Pre-programme virtual sessions
We’re holding a Virtual Drop-in session for all offer-holders on Weds 5 September 15:00 BST. Drop in online and ask the College Postgraduate Office any questions you may have before you start your programme. In addition to the College session, you might also find the University sessions such as ‘How to pay your fees’ (11:00 BST) useful.
Explore CMVM through our films, blogs, E-zines and social media pages . (Click on the logo)
Facebook We have three communities where we encourage offer holders to speak to each other online. Twitter Keep up to date with the latest news from the Postgraduate Office Blogs A sneak peak of postgraduate life from our student bloggers E-zines View our latest E-zines featuring key information for applicants. YouTube We have our own feature page and are adding films all the time. Online events Instructions on how to log in to our virtual drop-in sessions.
Welcome to Edinburgh!
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Contact Details If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at: Postgraduate Office College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine The University of Edinburgh The Chancellor's Building 49 Little France Crescent Edinburgh EH16 4SB Tel: +44(0)131 242 6460/6461 Email: mvmpg@ed.ac.uk
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