Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh Don’t get lost in the crowd: Study with us! Acting with ‘head, heart, and hand’ since 1875.

At Queen Margaret University, we offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the areas of healthcare; drama and the creative industries; media, communication and sociology; and business and enterprise. We also have a number of continuing professional development (CPD) courses, which will be of interest to anyone who is wishing to update their current professional skills. We recognise that becoming a student is a big step and there are a number of factors that you’ll need to consider in advance. QMU is here to help and offer advice on a range of matters that may affect you. Our Recruitment and International Liaison Office is here to help and advise you through all the stages of the application process. If you have any queries about entry requirements, UCAS, or just general worries about coming to university, our friendly staff is here to help. If you live outwith the UK, the Recruitment and International Liaison (RILO) Office is definitely your first point of contact at QMU. As an international student, you will have a different school qualification to our UK students and the RILO team are able to advise on what you’ll need to get into our courses. They will also help you make moving and studying in a new country a stress free experience. If you are thinking of coming to QMU as an international student, please visit the international students section of our website, where you will find information on applying, fees, language support and cost of living. We also recognise that not every one leaves school and goes immediately to university. You may have spent a few years working, may be at college, or may be returning to education after having a family. At QMU, we consider all applicants over 21 as a mature student and we can provide information, advise and guidance on making this transistion to university: you may have concerns about child care as you study, you may be scared about essay writing – whatever it is, we can help. Support for mature students is provided by the Student Services team, who can also give advice on disability, finance, student mentors and counseling, to name but a few.

🚴 The Tour de France Grand Départ is coming to Edinburgh in 2027, and you could be part of it!If you’re aged 18–25, you ...
18/09/2026

🚴 The Tour de France Grand Départ is coming to Edinburgh in 2027, and you could be part of it!

If you’re aged 18–25, you can apply for the free Readiness to Work programme, which combines employability training, careers support and volunteering at the Grand Départ.

It’s a chance to build workplace skills, gain experience linked to a major international sporting event and grow your professional network.

📅 Applications are open until 1 October 2026.

Find out more and apply👇
https://ow.ly/4xWx50ZOmmM

Grand Départ GB's Readiness to Work programme offers young people a chance to gain real event experience alongside mentoring and career advice.

What role does nutrition play in athletic performance, bodybuilding and our overall health? 💪In a new feature for The Sc...
17/09/2026

What role does nutrition play in athletic performance, bodybuilding and our overall health? 💪

In a new feature for The Scotsman, Dr Andrew Chappell, Lecturer in Nutrition at QMU and World Champion Pro Natural Bodybuilder, explores why evidence-based nutrition matters, the risks of misinformation and the growing role of qualified nutrition professionals.

Read the full article below and find out more about Nutrition at QMU⬇️

Training may grab the headlines but nutrition delivers the results for every successful physique, says World Champion Pro Natural Bodybuilder and Lecturer in Nutrition at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh Dr Andrew Chappell.

Want a career that could take you from community health projects to elite sport, research, media or public policy?Nutrit...
17/09/2026

Want a career that could take you from community health projects to elite sport, research, media or public policy?

Nutrition is one of the most exciting and fast-growing areas of health, and qualified nutritionists are helping people live healthier lives in a huge range of settings.

We spoke to QMU nutrition expert Dr Catherine Tsang about why nutrition matters more than ever, the opportunities available to graduates, and how a degree from Queen Margaret University can prepare students for careers with real impact.

Find out where studying nutrition could take you. Read the full Q&A - https://ow.ly/NtwX50ZMEgy

What does it take to build a championship-winning physique? In his latest blog, Dr Andrew Chappell, Lecturer in Nutritio...
11/09/2026

What does it take to build a championship-winning physique? In his latest blog, Dr Andrew Chappell, Lecturer in Nutrition at QMU and World Champion Pro Natural Bodybuilder, explains why nutrition is every bit as important as training when it comes to success in physique sports.

Drawing on more than 20 years of experience as a competitor, coach and researcher, Andrew explores the science behind building muscle, supporting recovery and maintaining health, while separating evidence-based advice from the myths and misinformation that often surround sports nutrition.

Read the blog here - https://ow.ly/lQP450ZKEPV

🏆Four entrepreneurs from QMU have reached the final of Scotland’s leading university innovation programme!Aisha Josiah, ...
10/09/2026

🏆Four entrepreneurs from QMU have reached the final of Scotland’s leading university innovation programme!

Aisha Josiah, Mirren McIver, Lok Pui Lo and lecturer Carolyn Kent are among 34 finalists selected from 123 participants in this year’s Converge Challenge.

The four finalists represent the breadth of entrepreneurial activity emerging from QMU, spanning data and technology, theatre, cultural inclusion, sport and community development.

The finalists will compete for top prizes at the Converge Awards on 1 October at the Barony Hall in Glasgow. We wish them all the best of luck!

https://ow.ly/uGI250ZL9O2

🏆Celebrating the educators shaping the next generation of physiotherapists!QMU has recognised outstanding practice educa...
10/09/2026

🏆Celebrating the educators shaping the next generation of physiotherapists!

QMU has recognised outstanding practice educators and placement teams from across NHS, private and community healthcare settings at our annual Physiotherapy Practice Educator Awards.

Chosen entirely through student nominations, the awards celebrate the individuals and teams who go above and beyond to support, inspire and develop our physiotherapy students during clinical placements.

Congratulations to:
✨Team of the Year: Neurorehabilitation Team, East Lothian Community Hospital
✨Individual Educator of the Year: Sarah McFarlane

A huge thank you to all nominees and practice educators whose dedication, expertise and encouragement help our students grow in confidence and thrive in practice.

Read more - https://ow.ly/I26i50ZKCXb

Susannah Morris, Lecturer in Digital Media and Communications, has been appointed to the Education Advisory Board of PRC...
09/09/2026

Susannah Morris, Lecturer in Digital Media and Communications, has been appointed to the Education Advisory Board of PRCA Global, the world's largest professional PR body.

In this prestigious role, Susannah will help shape the future of public relations and communications education, ensuring learning remains relevant in a fast-changing industry.

Congratulations, Susannah, on this well-deserved recognition of your expertise and commitment to communications education.

Read more: https://ow.ly/yzOg50ZKHHw

What Else Is Out There? 🎨 As part of our involvement in Pathways to Careers, we’re sharing the upcoming Creative Circles...
09/09/2026

What Else Is Out There? 🎨 As part of our involvement in Pathways to Careers, we’re sharing the upcoming Creative Circles event on Tuesday, 6 October, which will focus on unconventional routes into the creative industries.

Hear from creative degree alumni about their experiences, discover careers you may not have considered, and learn more about how to forge your own path in the sector.

🎟️Find out more and register via Eventbrite:

Join us for Creative Circles - a monthly meetup of creative conversations, socialising and community updates!

🎭 As part of QMU's renewed partnership with The Scotsman, three students had the invaluable opportunity to step behind t...
08/09/2026

🎭 As part of QMU's renewed partnership with The Scotsman, three students had the invaluable opportunity to step behind the scenes of the world’s biggest arts festival this summer.

Jemimah Ekheoveh, Gwen Osfield and Viola Giaroli Colombo worked across the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, creating video content, interviewing performers, producing content for The Scotsman’s digital channels and helping film the Fringe First Awards.

From developing filmmaking and editing skills to learning how to work in a fast-paced environment and build industry connections, the experience gave the students the chance to put their studies into practice and grow their confidence.

The internships were made possible through funded bursaries from the QMU Donor Community and form part of QMUEmpower, supporting students to develop their skills, experience and employability.

QMU’s connection with the Fringe also extends to providing affordable accommodation for performers through our Festival Village, and partnering with The Scotsman Fringe First Awards, which recognise outstanding new writing premiered at the festival.

Find out more - https://ow.ly/LH8850ZKB3R

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