We have many facilities available to Edinburgh residents, even if you do not have a direct connection to the University. These range from gym membership at Sport & Exercise to a wide range of evening classes and short courses. Community Access to Rooms Community Access to Rooms offers local community groups and organisations the opportunity to use University rooms free-of-charge during evenings and weekends. Community Grants Our scheme helps the development of projects, community activities and sustainable local action through funding and collaboration. We support local people's vision for a better Edinburgh. Free legal advice The Free Legal Advice Centre delivers pro bono legal services to members of the public living in and around the Edinburgh area who, for whatever reason, cannot access legal advice elsewhere. Dick Vet in the Community Dick Vet in the Community is a University of Edinburgh community outreach centre providing a physical space for the University’s community projects and partnerships. Gaelic Partnerships and Projects The University works with partners in the city to promote the Scottish Gaelic language and culture in our local area. Pre-wired Coding Club An Edinburgh computer programming club for under 19s is a big hit in the city. Library You can borrow books, explore our precious Collections or become a Friend of the Library. Learning for Locals We offer a range of short courses, qualifications and degrees both online and in person at our campuses throughout the city. Whether you want to study for leisure, to enhance your career or learn something new, explore our extraordinary range of courses on offer. Arts and culture If you enjoy the arts and culture, you’ll find something of interest in our museums, galleries and exhibition spaces. Public events We put on a year-round programme of events open to the public. At Doors Open Day in September our buildings are open to explore, and throughout the year we hold public lectures, exhibitions and concerts, masterclasses and festivals. Cafés and shops Find out where you can grab a coffee or a bite to eat at one of the University’s cafés. Sports facilities Our superb sports facilities are some of the best in the UK and open to everyone. Hospital for Small Animals The Hospital for Small Animals offers a general practice and specialist services for your pets. Hope Park Counselling Centre Hope Park Counselling at the University of Edinburgh offers counselling to individuals over the age of sixteen living in the Edinburgh area. Student Volunteering Service Sign up your organisation to find student volunteers. Modern Apprenticeship Programme Modern Apprenticeships at the University are a great way for young people to make a positive start to their career. Hotels, Conferences and Events The University of Edinburgh offers outstanding conference and events facilities. From purpose built conference facilities, venues steeped in history ideal for exclusive dinners through to break-outs and boardrooms for smaller meetings, we have the space, the team and the technical capacity to meet a broad range of event requirements. Nursery Arcadia Nursery is based at the University's King's Buildings campus and is open to all young children. Services for business Our triple-accredited Business School not only offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses but also MBA and other Executive courses and opportunities. Edinburgh Innovations can put you in touch with an expert in your field or help you commission bespoke research. Working with schools We work with teachers, schools and parents to develop inspiring and educational programmes in schools across the region. If you would like more information about our work in schools, and current opportunities available, email local@ed.ac.uk. Didn’t find what you were looking for? Contact us This article was published on 2024-07-22