Societies

Hi! Societies are one of the best ways to get involved in university life, make friends, and learn new skills. We have over 260 societies here at Edinburgh, from fundraising groups to music, to wine tasting.

Freshers

It’s really easy to get involved with a society, and whether you want to make new friends at socials, help run events, or become part of the committee, you’re likely to find that your societies become a huge part of your time at uni. Each society elects a new committee every year, and EUSA provides full training for society office bearers, so you can have a real impact on shaping a society, and learn new skills that will boost your employability.

Freshers’ Week is a really busy time with lots to take in, but make sure you visit the Societies Fair this week. It’s a great opportunity to check out all the societies here at Edinburgh, and with over 260 to pick from, there really is a society to suit every interest, whether it’s campaigning, journalism, performance, or even Harry Potter.

Throughout the Year

Don’t worry if you don’t have a chance to sign up in Freshers’ Week, as you can join societies at any time of your university life. Throughout the year societies run activities and hold events, and are a key part during our Student Festival and Charities Week.
If you’re not sure where to start, come into the Volunteering, Societies and Charities centre in Potterrow, where you can find out about all the activities you can get involved in! If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch, or just pop into the EUSA office in Potterrow to say hi.

Download the Societies Guide PDF below.

A copy of the Societies Guide will also be posted out to all new students as part of your EUSA induction pack.