Student Handbook
The Skinny Student Guide, offering an insider's guide to making the most of the student experience in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee. We bring you a guide to things to do, food and drink tips, and a look at the arts, entertainment and music scene in your new city, as well as the best student club nights and more.
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Lifestyle
How to Not Look Like a Fresher
1. Do not wear a sign that reads 'hello my name is fresher' It's a dead give away. As is the lost, over eager look that adorns the faces of freshers everywhe... Read more »| 02 Oct 2009 -
Lifestyle
Student Memories: Dan Glass
Dan Glass recalls his involvement in student activism whilst at Uni Read more »| 29 Sep 2009 -
Entertainment
Scotland's Festival Spirit
Nowhere can Scotland's musical heritage be better observed than at one of the many music festivals that takes place each year across Scotland. Fraser Denholm presents the highlights. Read more »| 28 Sep 2009 -
Entertainment
Student Memories: Stu Who?
Comedian Stu Who? recalls his first day of art college, filled with apprehension and day-glo orange paint. Read more »| 26 Sep 2009 -
Entertainment
Student Memories: Catriona McInnes
Catriona McInnes remembers the benefits of kippers for breakfast (and a 12-year-old Balvenie) during her student days. Read more »| 24 Sep 2009 -
Things To Do
Edinburgh: North
Location: Crescents, cobbled streets and grand Victorian architecture dominate much of North Edinburgh. And while at first glance you might think there&rsq... Read more »| 19 Sep 2009
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Things To Do
Edinburgh: Southside
Location Edinburgh’s Southside bursts with the city’s most iconic buildings and cultural institutions – from the stunning pink National Mu... Read more »| 18 Sep 2009 -
Things To Do
Edinburgh: Leith
Juliet Buchan explores the sea shore with a trip down to Leith. Read more »| 18 Sep 2009 -
Things To Do
Edinburgh: City Centre
Explore the centre of our great city with Ray Philp. Read more »| 15 Sep 2009 -
Things To Do
Dundee
Location The Perth Road is one of the most popular areas with students and it’s easy to see why. As well as being the cultural centre (the Dundee Cont... Read more »| 12 Sep 2009 -
Lifestyle
Volunteering in Scotland: Free for the Taking
It ain’t all about helping grannies and plush trips to Thailand y’know. Gail Tolley talks you through the most exciting volunteer opportunities across Scotland. Read more »| 11 Sep 2009 -
Things To Do
Alternative Clubbing
Chris Duncan presents your guide to the Scottish clubbing scene Read more »| 02 Sep 2009 -
Entertainment
So you want to make a film?
Gavin Sturgeon gives a quick introduction to making a student film. Read more »| 01 Sep 2009 -
Entertainment
The World of Stand-Up
Think you're funny? Ariadne Cass-Maran suggests a few tips for wannabe comics. Read more »| 18 Aug 2009 -
Entertainment
Setting the Stage
Gareth K Vile introduces you to Scotland's theatre and performance scene. Read more »| 05 Aug 2009