Description

Host Institution: University of Edinburgh

Credits: Summer students take 2 courses and are placed in an internship for a total of 30 Scottish credits transcripted by the University of Edinburgh.

Academic Focus: Business Policy and Strategy, Marketing, Operations Management, Accounting, Finance, Management of Human Resources and Enterprise in the Arts and Culture Industry.

Curriculum: Summer students take Business in the Arts I and Business in the Arts II classes at the University of Edinburgh Business School and are placed in an internship with an organization at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Attendance in the classes, completion of projects for both the classes and the internship, and the internship supervisor's review of the intern will determine the final grade and credits transcripted.

Housing: Students live in single rooms in a private residence hall. No meals are included.

The University of Edinburgh is consistently ranked among the Top 20 universities in the world, as is the Business School. Located in a newly refurbished building, the Business School has state-of-the-art classrooms, meeting rooms, computer labs and a cafe.

Students will spend July focused on the coursework at the university learning Business Policy and Strategy, Marketing, Operations Management, Accounting, Finance, Management of Human Resources and Enterprise in the Arts and Culture Industry. This will prepare students for their full-time internship working in any number of roles at the Fringe Festival in August.

Internship

All students will enjoy a four-week internship with an Edinburgh Festival production company facilitating the smooth running of the show. Tasks may include: using social media to promote productions; assisting in the management of venue operations; reading, analyzing and improving scripts; reporting on productions and writing reviews; observing rehearsals and scouting for shows to bring to other festivals; participating in educational programs and networking events; working with the press to market shows; and participating in stage-crew and event-monitoring. Internships are guaranteed and dedication is expected of all participants.

Highlights

"The most beautiful town in the world." Benjamin Disraeli
The capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is the seventh largest city in the United Kingdom, but the second most visited tourist destination. Geographically located along the Firth of Forth, near the North Sea, the city sits in the southeast of the country.

Situated in the middle of the city is the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which includes the medieval Old Town and the Georgian New Town. The famous Edinburgh Castle sits atop a hill, looking down on the city.

Edinburgh is famous for the numerous festivals held throughout the year. The most famous of these is the Fringe, which is the largest performing arts festival in the world. It is at the Fringe that our students work in a variety of roles.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

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Program Fees Include:

* Housing: Students live in a residence hall with kitchen facilities; rooms are single occupancy. Meals are not included.
* Day Excursions: 1 day excursion, location to be decided. Meals are not included on excursions.
* Tuition: at the University of Edinburgh.
* Academic Credits: Students who receive pre-approval from their home institution can transfer the credits they earn to their home institution. Possible number of semester credits: 6 - 10. University of Edinburgh transcript will show 30 Scottish credits earned upon succesful completion of the full program.
* Official Transcript: At the conclusion of the program, an official transcript from the University of Edinburgh will be sent to your home institution.
* Cell Phone: ASA provides one cell phone for each student. Students are responsible for the cost of phone usage.
* Internet Access: at their host university.
* Airport Pick-up: at Edinburgh (EDI) airport for students who arrive on the official arrival date by the designated time.
* Medical Insurance: for a Description of Coverage, please visit our Information Library.
* Site Director: on-site to assist students with any academic or cultural difficulties they may encounter.
* Pre-departure Packet & on-site orientation.

Experience Required

yes

Must be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school. GPA must 3 or higher. Must submit official transcript and 2 passport photos. 1 letter of recommendation is required regardless if your GPA meets the minimum requirement. (Applications from high school graduates who have not yet attended college are considered on a case-by-case basis, and all pre-college applicants must submit 2 letters of recommendation, official transcript, and a letter of intent along with the rest of their application materials. A GPA higher than the minimum requirement is expected of pre-college applicants.)

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

24-48 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Academic Studies Abroad's Mission Statement

Everyone at ASA is dedicated to making sure that all of our students achieve three goals: - A true feeling and understanding for the culture they are immersed in; - A memorable and safe once-in-a-lifetime experience; - Personal growth through a better understanding of the world around you.

Year Founded

1999