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1. Elder Dempster events

   Throughout the year, we hold a number of events relating to Elder Dempster Lines. We'll post details about upcoming events on this page. Read more about the workshops, talks and training we've held in the past.

2. Old friends, new beginnings

   Today we find ourselves in uncharted territory; disorientating and unfamiliar waters leaving many of us dealing with a new routine, on the hunt for novel solutions and new ways of working. Read more...

3. Groups

   Take a look at the groups and courses you could get involved in.

4. Bibliotherapy groups

   ​Find out more about reading and writing for wellbeing groups running throughout the 2023-2024 academic year.

5. Students with dependants

   Information about applying for additional support if you have child or adult dependants.

6. Interviews and memoirs – Elder Dempster

   As part of the Homeward Bound project we’ve collected 25 oral testimonies from Elder Dempster Line’s seafaring and office staff. Listen to the interviews.

7. Previous study

   Studied in higher education before? Find out about the funding available to you.

8. Harry Madden interview – Elder Dempster

   Harry Madden was a Junior Engineer for Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Harry Madden's interview.

9. UK bank accounts

   Find out what you'll need to open a UK bank account and about the type of UK bank account you can get as an EU student.

10. Study visas

    Find out important information on visas required for study in the UK.