Applications for 2026/27 visiting student programmes are now open. Study Abroad and ExchangesCollege of Arts Humanities and Social SciencesSemester 1 (September 2026 – December 2026)Apply nowSemester 2 (January 2027 – May 2027)Apply nowFull academic year (September 2026 - May 2027)Apply nowFull calendar year (January 2027 - December 2027)(Please note this option goes across two academic years at Edinburgh)Apply nowCollege of Science and EngineeringSemester 1 (September 2026 – December 2026)Apply nowSemester 2 (January 2027 – May 2027)Apply nowFull academic year (September 2026 - May 2027)Apply nowFull calendar year (January 2027 - December 2027)(Please note this option goes across two academic years at Edinburgh)Apply now Before applying Please make sure you have reviewed the supporting document checklist and our application guide: View the online application guide and supporting documentation Application reviewStudy Abroad and Exchange applications are processed on a rolling admissions basis.Both the College of Science & Engineering*, and the College of Arts Humanities & Social Sciences, Visiting Student Offices aim to contact applicants within 6 weeks of receiving a completed application.*Semester 2 applications to the College of Science & Engineering will be processed in September. We appreciate your patience in waiting for a decision on your application.If you want to make any changes to your application after submission (such as changes to your preferred course list or personal information), please contact your Visiting Student Office. This article was published on 2024-06-24