Revelle in Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
FACULTY LEADER
Antony Lyonalyon@ucsd.edu
Antony Lyon, Director of Revelle College’s Humanities Program, has taught at UC San Diego since 2010. He teaches all five courses of the Humanities sequence, which takes a multidisciplinary approach to the humanities. He studied political science at UC San Diego and loves nature writing and contemporary poetry. In recognition of his teaching, he received UC San Diego’s Saltman Distinguished Teaching Award in 2019. He has traveled in the United Kingdom throughout his life, returning frequently to visit family.
Courses
- HUM 4GS: Enlightenment, Romanticism, Revolution (PDF)
- LTEN 128GS: British & Irish Poetry: 1900-present (PDF)
Why you should go
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland. Lying on the east coast of the United Kingdom, Edinburgh is a small city with a long history, integrated with natural landscapes, and possessing a rich cultural heritage. It was made a UNESCO City of Literature for its celebration of its literary history. Near the city’s center is Arthur’s Seat, a large volcanic hill with an incredible view of the city. From there you can see the stretch of The Royal Mile, from its foot at Holyrood Palace to Edinburgh Castle at the top. All around it is a thriving and lively contemporary city.
Who should go
Revelle College students can fulfill two Humanities requirements through this program (request LTEN 128GS through college advising). Literature majors and minors. Warren College students may be able to fulfill one Programs of Concentration requirement or one Area Studies requirement or one Upper-Division Non-Contiguous requirement (check with Warren Academic Advising for more information).
Information Sessions
- Thursday, October 24, 5-6:30pm PST (Zoom)
- Thursday, January 30, 5-6:30pm PST (Zoom
- Register here for the live Zoom link, and/or to get the post-session recording.
- Information session presentation (pdf)
Dates
| Departure from U.S.: | Sat., June 28, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Arrival: | Sun., June 29, 2025 |
| Mandatory Orientation: | Mon., June 30, 2025 |
| First Day of Class: | Tues., July 1, 2025 |
| Last Day of Class: | Fri., August 1, 2025 |
| Departure for the U.S. (or personal travel): |
Sat., August 2, 2025 |
Flight Information
- You will be responsible for purchasing your own airplane tickets, and your program coordinator will provide guidelines and resources during the pre-departure process to help you find an appropriate flight.
- Do not purchase plane tickets until the program is confirmed. All approved applicants will be notified by e-mail when the program has reached minimum enrollment.
Global Seminar Fees
All fees subject to change. See https://summersession.ucsd.edu/tuition/tuition.html for current tuition and campus-based fees.
| UCSD | Other UC | Non-UC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Cost: (includes $500 administrative fee) |
$ 7,029.91 | $ 7,029.91 | $ 7,029.91 |
| Estimated Tuition and Campus-Based Fees: |
$2,514.43 | $2,564.43 | $3,574.43 |
| Total: (not including airfare or personal expenses) |
$9,544.34 | $9,594.34 | $10,604.34 |
Budget Sheet
Funding Options
See the funding options page to learn how financial aid and scholarships can help you pay for this program.
Local Site Visits
- Edinburgh city walk
- Arthur's Seat
- Holyrood Palace
- Ceilidh at Summerhall
Excursion to the Highlands (2 days/ 1 night)
- Glencoe
- Glenfinnan
- Viaduct
- Urquhart Castle
Two Nights in Grasmere and Lake District
Excursions are subject to change without prior notice. No refunds are possible.
Housing
- Single room in an off-campus apartment with private bathroom close to the University of Edinburgh and walking distance to the classroom
- Shared kitchen and internet access included
- Linens provided. Students should plan to bring their own towels.
- Our program partner will accept roommate requests during the pre-departure process. Roommate requests cannot be guaranteed and must be mutual. Each student must request the other student in writing separately. The request must include the PID and first and last name for both students.
- Housing arrangements are subject to change based on local circumstances without prior notice. No price adjustments are possible.
Included Meals
- Welcome lunch upon arrival
- Welcome lunch during orientation
- Breakfast is included on the two-night excursion to the Lake District
- One breakfast, one packed lunch, and one dinner is inclused on the two-night excursion to the Highlands
- Farewell dinner
Classroom and Computer Access
- Classroom space at the Edinburgh Training and Conference Venue on the University of Edinburgh campus
- There is no computer lab available - plan to bring a laptop
- The University of Edinburgh participates in the Eduroam network. Follow these instructions to set up your computer (scroll to the bottom of the page) for access while you are still at UCSD.
- Wireless access may be intermittent due to local conditions. No refunds or price adjustments are possible.
Transportation
- Airport pick up at the beginning of the program; cash stipend equal to the cost of public transportation to the Edinburgh Airport at the end of the program
- Transportation for all out of town excursions
Phones
- More information about how to obtain a local SIM card will be provided at the pre-departure orientation.
- Students will be responsible to purchase their own calling time/minutes.
Insurance, Health, and Safety
- Comprehensive insurance package with CISI
- An in-depth orientation will be given on the morning after arrival, including health and safety procedures.
- Program partner staff will be available by telephone after hours.
- All students must register for UC travel insurance. This is free coverage, but registration is required prior to departure.
