Scottish Universities’ International Summer School

The Scottish Universities’ International Summer School (SUISS) is a multi-week summer programme offering courses in British and Irish literature, a four-week Creative Writing course, and a two-week Contemporary British and Irish Theatre and Performance course. Courses include lectures, workshops, author-led masterclasses and cultural activities timed to coincide with the Edinburgh festivals. The programme brings together students and scholars from around the world and is affiliated with seven Scottish universities. A brochure and sample daily programme are available for details of academic events and cultural activities.

Academic courses in literature, creative writing and theatre; author-led masterclasses and readings; workshops delivered by partner organisations; cultural activities aligned with the Edinburgh festivals.

Open to students and scholars from around the world regardless of nationality, faith, culture or gender.

Apply via the SUISS online application form on the programme website.