Preparing for edinburgh - UG/PGDE joining info reuseable content Preparing for Edinburgh Organise accommodation Arrange your accommodation and make arrangements for safe travel to Edinburgh. Prepare to move to Edinburgh Banking Information on securing funding before starting and opening a bank account and budgeting at the start of University Managing your money Register with a doctor (GP) It is important to register with a local GP when you arrive in Edinburgh in case you need medical advice or treatment while you are here. All you need to do is go to a local doctor's surgery, speak to the reception staff to check that you live within the practice area, and they can help you complete the necessary forms. If you are already registered with a doctor in the UK please take your medical card. Please note if you are here for 3 months or less, you do not need to register but can be seen as a temporary resident if necessary. Find local services on the NHS National Services Directory, NHS Inform Find information on accessing NHS healthcare as a student, disability support or insurance coverage Health Services Read the 'Good Citizen Guide' If you are planning to be on-campus for Welcome Week, it is important that you also focus this time to get to know your surroundings and become accustomed to your new home and also the safety guidelines in place in Scotland, which may differ from your home country. It is therefore necessary that you read the Good Citizen Guide which outlines how every student is expected to behave responsibly on-campus and within the city during this pandemic. Good Citizen Guide This article was published on 2024-10-07
