Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is one of Europe's most striking cities, with its hilltop castle, the medieval Royal Mile, the Georgian New Town and the world's largest arts festival. With direct flights from Turkey, it is an easy-to-reach option for studying English.
Some of the language schools NGGlobal offers in Edinburgh:
English preparation programs at the University of Edinburgh are also among the options.
In Edinburgh you can book short courses of 1-2 weeks. On an intensive program, one English level usually takes 8-12 weeks. Reaching the IELTS score universities ask for usually needs a 6-12 month plan, depending on your starting level.
The biggest factor in the price is the length of your booking: the weekly fee drops noticeably for bookings of 12 weeks or more. Besides tuition, budget for items such as the registration fee, materials and the student visa and health insurance. NGGlobal students can take advantage of the schools' seasonal offers.
At most language schools courses start every Monday, though complete beginners may have set start dates. For programs that require a visa, we recommend applying at least 2-3 months ahead. July and August are the busiest months.
For the visa application, the school's acceptance letter, proof of payment, bank statements, accommodation details and evidence of ties to Turkey (work, school or family) are important. Long-term and academic programs use a Student visa application based on the CAS issued by the school.
Working in breach of visa rules can have serious consequences, such as visa cancellation and refusal of future applications. NGGlobal helps you plan a realistic budget for the course and living costs.
Homestay is the most common option in Edinburgh, and schools usually place students with families who live within easy reach of the school.
Living costs in Edinburgh are above the UK average, especially rent. A homestay is the easiest way to balance the budget.
Buses and trams cover Edinburgh, and the historic centre is walkable. Trains reach Glasgow in about an hour.
Edinburgh has a cool, changeable climate, with cold winters and short days, and cool summers with long days. In summer it stays light until about 10 pm.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) take about 4.5 hours; the tram from the airport to the city centre takes about 30 minutes.
Because the UK uses daylight saving time, the difference changes with the season: Edinburgh is 2 hours behind Turkey in summer and 3 hours behind in winter. When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 09:00 in Edinburgh in winter and 10:00 in summer.
You can decide with NGGlobal which school, course and type of accommodation suit you best. We follow the whole process for you, from application and visa to arrival.
The festivals, led by the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, take place every August, when accommodation fills up very early.
Scotland is part of the United Kingdom, so the same visa rules apply as in England.
Schools are open all year; summer is the liveliest period, while autumn and winter are quieter and usually cheaper.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
Working is not allowed on visitor or short-term study visas; work rights exist only on certain Student visa programs, for limited hours.
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