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Business Law in Edinburgh

Rich in history and natural beauty, Edinburgh, Scotland is one of the world’s great cities.

The University of Edinburgh is located in the heart of Scotland’s capital, which is consistently considered one of the most desirable places to live in the world, and is also ranked the greenest in the UK. Despite its small size, Edinburgh has all of the social and cultural assets of a city. It is no surprise that Edinburgh is one of the UK’s leading tourist destinations, coming second only to London.

The Business Law in Edinburgh Program provides McCombs BBA students with the opportunity to earn six UT credits at the prestigious University of Edinburgh. The school has attracted international students for over four centuries and is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Founded in 1583, it receives over 45,000 applications each year, making it the third most popular university in the United Kingdom. 


Students will take two classes - LEB 323-Business Law and Ethics, taught by UT faculty, and International Law, taught by University of Edinburgh faculty. They will explore the region through a series of organized cultural excursions and professional company visits. Past cultural excursions include trips to the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness, Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle. Students have also enjoyed company visits to institutions such as Scottish Parliament and the Royal Bank of Scotland. 

Quick Info

  • Academic Term: Summer Session I
  • Tentative Program Dates: June 5 - July 12, 2025
  • Credits: 6 UT credits
  • Eligibility: BBA & non-business majors w/minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Program Code: 350023

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*Application for Summer 2025 will be open between November 1st and November 15th.

Program Information

About the Program

ABOUT THE PROGRAM 

ELIGIBILITY

This program is open to UT undergraduates with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Please note, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Canfield Business Honors Program: All Faculty-Led Programs are open to current CBHP students and Faculty-Led Program courses may count for Honors credit. These will count toward the student's maximum limit of 2 non-Honors courses. Contact your CBHP advisor for more information.

Enrolling in a May Term or Summer Term Faculty-Led Program will not negatively impact a student's CBHP application.

SCHEDULE

Classes take place Monday-Thursday (usually 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Some afternoon or Friday classes possible. Students are strongly urged to refrain from making weekend travel plans until receipt of finalized schedule. Absence from class will not be permitted.

ACADEMICS

Business Law and Ethics – LEB 323* (can substitute for LEB 320F) - Taught by UT faculty  

*This course fulfils the Ethics (E) flag. 

International Law – LEB 370.5 or GOV 329S - Taught by University of Edinburgh faculty  

FACULTY 

Fran Pedersen and Paula Murray

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Questions about this program? Contact Taylor Malcolm.

Fees and Tuition

FEES AND TUITION

2025 Program Fees will be posted soon.

In-State Tuition for UT Course (3 credits): $500**

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BUDGET

For more information on total estimated cost, including flights, meals, etc., view the Edinburgh study abroad budget.

 

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM FEE?

  • Partner school tuition (for 3-credit University of Edinburgh course)
  • Housing
  • Weekly cultural excursions
  • Welcome and farewell receptions
  • Visits to local companies 
  • 24/7 assistance from on-site UT staff liaison familiar with language/culture
  • Pre-departure sessions
  • Re-entry guidance for recruiting

 

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM FEE?

  • UT tuition (for 3-credit UT course) 
  • UT Affiliated Studies Fee 
  • Texas Global Fee ($75)
  • Overseas insurance
  • Textbooks
  • Meals
  • Local transportation
  • Personal expenses (toiletries, shopping, traveling, etc.)
  • Flight
  • Passport or visa costs (if needed)

Excursions

EXCURSIONS

COMPANY VISITS

Company visits are an important component of the program. They are designed to provide students with a firsthand look at important local industries, business practices, or politics. Company visits will vary on a yearly basis. Past company visits have included:

  • Scottish Parliament 
  • Wood Mackenzie
  • Royal Bank of Scotland

CULTURAL EXCURSIONS

Cultural excursions provide students with an opportunity to experience the local environment. Weekly outings, including admission fees, are coordinated on behalf of the group. These events are built into the program and participation at each event is mandatory. 

Excursions will vary on a yearly basis. Past excursions include:

  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands
  • Holyrood Palace  
  • Harry Potter tour

Housing and Transportation

HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION

HOUSING

Participants will stay in flats (student dorm apartments) at one of the University of Edinburgh's Halls of Residence. Students will have single bedrooms and share a living room, bathroom and kitchen and will be able to request flatmates. 

TRANSPORTATION

Participants will book their flights to and from Edinburgh on their own and will arrange their own transportation from the airport to the dorm. 

Visa and Passport Information

VISA AND PASSPORT INFORMATION 

PASSPORT

Passports must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the study abroad trip. Texas Global Passport Services can process passport applications.

U.S. passports are taking an exceptionally long time to be processed. If you are even considering a study abroad program and you do not have a passport (or your passport will expire within 6 months of the end of your program), you should apply for one now.  

U.S. CITIZENS TRAVELING TO EDINBURGH

U.S. citizens traveling to Edinburgh will not require a visa to study in the United Kingdom.

 

OTHER NATIONALITIES TRAVELING TO EDINBURGH

Depending on nationality, non-US citizens may or may not require a visa. Please visit the U.K. Border Agency Home Office website to view requirements for each nationality.

It is the student’s responsibility to research specific requirements for their nationality, and to apply for their visa, if necessary. At the student’s request, we will provide additional program-related documentation to support their visa application, such as an official letter, enrollment status at UT, housing and insurance coverage. Students are also encouraged to request formal documentation of student enrollment status from the UT Registrar's Office and are required to notify Texas Global of their travel plans.