Program Details

Gain professional experience through this 4-credit internship course, working in various fields in Scotland. Placements are offered in the creative arts, tourism, cultural or historical sites, non-profits & more.
Location:
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Program Type:
Study Abroad
Degree Level:
Undergraduate
Term:
Fall Semester, Spring Semester

Program Overview

Program Description:

Boost your resume at Scotland's top modern university!

Ranked as Scotland's top modern university with very high marks in student satisfaction, Edinburgh Napier is an innovative and energetic institution. It boasts strong links to industry and offers the flexibility for students to undertake a unique hybrid experience in Scotland -  lots of inspiring courses at Napier AND an option to take one of three Arcadia offerings: an internship; an Arcadia Cornerstone Course on Cross-Cultural Travel Writing; or Arcadia supervised independent study.

You could work and study both in and outside the classroom, boosting your resume and experiencing Scottish life and culture while earning academic credit and gaining transferable professional skills. Recent modern university tables show Edinburgh Napier ranking high in areas of Civil Engineering, Sociology, Dance, Drama, Librarianship and Information Management, Psychology, English, Communications, Accounting and more.

ARCADIA EXCURSIONS

Travel to fascinating places of interest that enhance your cultural immersion and give a meaningful context to your academic courses. Here is a sampling:

  • Firbush Activity Weekend
  • Rugby Match
  • Luss Highland Games & The Hill House
  • Ceilidh Dance
  • Highlands Weekend
  • and more...

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENTS

Possible placements:

  • Creative Arts
  • Sports
  • Luxury Goods
  • Tourism
  • Non-profits

WHY ARCADIA?

Arcadia is a nationally recognized leader in higher education, offering exceptional study, research and internship experiences for students from colleges and universities across the US. Our unique combination of customized, diverse academic programming and comprehensive support allows students to explore new worlds, get to know themselves, boost their resumes for future job opportunities and graduate school, and experience the incredible growth and shifts in perspective that a culturally immersive experience can deliver.

Setting Description:
Edinburgh is an international hub - a knowledge-intensive city that drives growth, a world influencer in science, business, education and the arts with an unbeatable quality of life - and a perfect place to explore the intersection of your professional aspirations and academic preparation. Travel to fascinating places of interest that enhance your cultural immersion and give a meaningful context to your academic courses. Here is a sampling of Arcadia's Excursions (for a complete list, please visit our website): Firbush Activity Weekend, Highlands, Luss Highland Games & Hill House, Rugby Match, Ceilidh Dance, and more...
Cost:
Visit our website to find out more about tuition costs and what's included when studying abroad with Arcadia

Additional Program Information

Requirements:
2.8 - Recommended 2.8 - For Consideration
Scholarships:
Yes
Scholarships Description:
Every dollar helps! Check out our website for different funding sources for study abroad...