Engineering, Technology + Sciences
Unique Experiences
Explore astronomical research
at the Royal Observatory Edinburgh
Discover medical innovations
at the Museum of Medical Science
Learn about sustainable transport
on a tour of Edinburgh's green initiative
Your Destination
Edinburgh is Scotland's vibrant, intellectually stimulating capital, known for its rich history, world-class universities, and groundbreaking research in engineering, technology, and sustainability. The city thrives as a hub for innovation, with pioneering projects in renewable energy, smart city solutions, and sustainable architecture. Home to leading experts in STEM fields and a growing tech ecosystem, Edinburgh offers abundant opportunities for hands-on learning and professional development. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, historic landmarks, and a lively cultural scene, Edinburgh is the perfect place to study engineering, technology, and science abroad.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Edinburgh.
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 and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.
- Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.
Excursions & Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Edinburgh will open doors for you to explore Scotland's rich diversity, language, culture, history, contemporary trends, vibrant art, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Take a walking tour around the ancient city of St Andrews and the birthplace of golf
- Visit the majestic Stirling Castle providing a glimpse into Scotland’s rich past
- Explore the Highlands of Scotland including the historic city of Inverness, then venture to Loch Ness for a boat tour
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.
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Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Edinburgh offers comfortable housing in single rooms in central Edinburgh. Edinburgh has a robust public transport network – including trains, buses, and bike paths – and a welcoming community.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room in a shared apartment/residence hall or a limited number of single rooms in homestays.
- Shared Apartment/Residence Hall: Shared apartments and residence halls boast an ensuite bathroom, shared kitchen, and living area.
- Homestays: Homestays boast a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family, but each student has an individual room, and three meals a day are provided. Students live with a family, with or without another CIEE student, and immerse themselves in the city’s culture. Host families are located across the city and it can be up to a 45-minute commute from CIEE Edinburgh and the university campus. Homestays are limited and will be allocated based on availability.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
- Residence Hall/Apartment: Meals are not included.
- Homestays: Hosts provide two meals a day during the week.
Academics
CIEE Edinburgh: Study within the Eric Liddell Community Centre, a beautifully converted church, located near coffee shops, restaurants, gift shops, and vintage stores. Situated 25 minutes from the city center, CIEE Edinburgh features classroom space, meeting rooms, a café, and a second-hand bookstore.
Edinburgh Napier University: Number one U.K. modern university for Computer Science (The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024-2025) and is number one for teaching in the U.K. for Biosciences (NSS, 2024). The university is also a top five U.K. modern university for Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024-2025) and their Energy & Environmental Engineering course was the first in Scotland to focus specifically on energy, renewables, and carbon accounting.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with optional online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
Course Information
Academic Projects
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
History, Philosophy, Religion
Visual and Performing Arts
Psychology
Edinburgh Napier University (ENU)
Students register in two to three ENU courses per semester, and each course is 20 ENU (Scotcat) credits (10 ECTS credits).
Napier offers an impressive option of courses for students studying abroad across the following schools/ disciplines:
- The Business School: Law, Marketing, Accounting, Tourism & Hospitality, Financial Services, Human Resources, Strategy & Management, Entrepreneurship.
- School of Arts & Creative Industries: English, Journalism, Music, Photography, Film, TV, Mass Communication & PR, Product Design, Graphic Design, Interior & Spatial Design.
- Computing, Engineering & The Built Environment: Building & Surveying, Civil Engineering, Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Management, Electronics, Electrical, Mathematics, Computer Security and Forensics, Computer Systems and Networks, Digital Media and Interaction Design, Games, Software Engineering.
- School of Applied Sciences: Sport & Exercise Science, Psychology, Social Sciences, Biology.
- School of Computing: Computer Security and Forensics, Computer Systems and Networks, Digital Media and Interaction Design, Games, Software Engineering.
Students will be assigned to a school based on the courses selected, therefore at least two courses out of the three preferred and alternative courses must be from the same school.
Courses listed within departments including:
- Accounting
- Biology
- Building & Surveying
- Business And Management
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Security & Forensics
- Computer Systems
- Digital Media
- Electronics & Electrical Math
- English
- Entrepreneurship
- Film
- Financial Services
- General
- Graphic Design
- Human Resource Management
- Interior & Spatial Design
- Journalism
- Law
- Marketing
- Mass Communications & PR
- Mechanical Materials & Manufacturing Management
- Music
- Photography
- Product Design
- Psychology
- Soc Games
- Social Science
- Software Engineering
- Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences
- Television
- Tourism
Full list of Host Institution courses can be found online.
Some courses may have specific requirements. These can be found listed for each module.
CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
CIEE and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the CIEE Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Discover Internship Opportunities
We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with CIEE Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
Edinburgh boasts a lively business sector, education and tourism center, and key financial and tech firms. As the seat of the Scottish Parliament, it offers numerous public sector opportunities and a thriving social enterprise landscape. Festivals and a creative community support Edinburgh's arts and culture scene
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Gain experience in agricultural markets, agribusiness companies, and NGOs to study food production and global processes.
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.
Business Management and Administration
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.
Finance
Study global markets, financial systems, and cross-border investment strategies in international firms, banks, and companies.
Health Science
Immerse yourself in global healthcare systems to study cross-border medical practices and address public health challenges.
Manufacturing
Study global supply chains, production technologies, and international business strategies in England, Singapore, and more.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing, and Public Health Merit Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- Trailblazer Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fall 2025 15 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $19,950 |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $13,456 ** |
| Housing | $6,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $19,950 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,680 † |
| International Airfare | $1,300 |
| Local Transportation | $300 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Visa Fees | $0 †† |
| Personal expenses | $300 ††† |
| Total Costs | $3,680 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
††Unless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.
†††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Jacqui Bassett
Center Director
Jacqui is a born and bred Scot from Edinburgh. She has a postgraduate MSc in International Development from the University of Edinburgh and a degree in Psychology from the University of Aberdeen.
Devon Garufi
Program Manager
Devon's passion for International Education began during her own study abroad experiences in Prague and Sevilla. Since then, Devon has dedicated her career path to working with people.
Get Started
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Utilize the Internship Search Tool
Search our catalog of internship opportunities to view the placements that align best with your academic and professional goals.
2
Start a Program Application
You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!
3
Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
4
Contact CIEE
We're here to help! Email us if you have questions or need help applying to this program. Upon your acceptance, you'll speak with on-site CIEE staff about your internship goals. CIEE will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.
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