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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Creative Writing in Edinburgh

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Grasp the depth and breadth of Scottish literature in Edinburgh, the birthplace of Arthur Conan Doyle and Iain Banks. Through expert-led workshops, immerse yourself in gothic narratives, crime tales, and mythological legends and develop storytelling tools and techniques. Go beyond merely reading and analyzing text and craft your own stories, recording audio renditions of your unique tales alongsid...

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Program Highlights

Try out zip-lining, climbing, and obstacle courses amidst beautiful natural surroundings at one of Edinburgh’s many outdoor adventure parks.

Wander through the city's haunted locations on interactive ghost tours, igniting your imagination with tales of the supernatural!

Take a day trip to the Scottish Highlands, exploring the landscapes that have inspired countless tales, and culminating in a Nessie-spotting adventure at the Loch Ness.

Attend an oral storytelling event, revel in the magic of stories told aloud, focusing on pacing, voice modulation, and the art of holding an audience.

Get your dancing shoes on and take part in a ceilidh (a traditional Scottish social event with folk music, singing, and more) while trying out the country’s most famous dishes.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Edinburgh, Scotland
Availability
Year(s) Offered2024Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Experiential Learning
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9

Total Reviews

2

Eye opening and intellectually enriching

July 28, 2025by: Adriana EspositoProgram: CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Creative Writing in Edinburgh
10

I would be likely to recommend CIEE global navigator program, Scotland to a friend because the experience was very eye opening and intellectually enriching for me whilst also maintaining an equal amount of fun.

I feel prepared for college

September 04, 2024by: Lucy A.Program: CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Creative Writing in Edinburgh
8

It’s a learning experience everyone needs before entering college. I came here alone not knowing anyone or what Edinburgh had to offer me but I took a flight and 3 weeks went by like 3 days. The schedule is always packed with things to do and see. It was incredible to be able to stand in the room we were learning about and words just flood in. Suddenly I’m filling up 3 pages of writing like it was nothing.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Edinburgh, Scotland

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning

Availability

Years Offered: 2024

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Other
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Grasp the depth and breadth of Scottish literature in Edinburgh, the birthplace of Arthur Conan Doyle and Iain Banks. Through expert-led workshops, immerse yourself in gothic narratives, crime tales, and mythological legends and develop storytelling tools and techniques. Go beyond merely reading and analyzing text and craft your own stories, recording audio renditions of your unique tales alongside other Global Navigators! Meet writers, poets, and performers during oral storytelling evenings. Rediscover The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson and wander through the Royal Mile, where the early Harry Potter drafts were penned. Add your voice to Scotland’s illustrious literary tradition. When you are not busy writing, dip at the beach, kayak along the Uni...

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