What's on
this term
The union’s programme: weekly workshops, public debates in the Debating Hall, and the Edinburgh Cup. Anything that changes goes up on Instagram first.
This term
| Fixture | When | Where | Kind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly WorkshopOpen training for every level, and free. Turn up, take a seat, learn the formats. | |||
| Public DebateA public debate in the chamber, open to students and the public. | |||
| Public DebateA public debate in the chamber, open to students and the public. | |||
| The Edinburgh CupOur flagship open intervarsity, hosted by the union.Event page | |||
| Public DebateA public debate in the chamber, open to students and the public. | |||
| Edinburgh JuniorsThe union's schools competition for younger pupils. | |||
| Varsity DebatesThe varsity fixtures for the reopening of Teviot. | |||
| Edinburgh SchoolsThe senior schools competition, for older secondary school students. |
What the union runs
A society that meets you at every level, from a first workshop to the finals of a European tournament.
Weekly Workshops
For all abilities, every Tuesday at 7pm in the West Reading Room at Teviot. No experience needed.
Public Debates
Public debates at 8pm in the Debating Hall at Teviot, open to students and the public alike.
Intervarsity Debates
We regularly host intervarsity debates with other universities, and run our own open, the Edinburgh Cup.
Competitions
Travelling across the country and the continent to compete, from a first novice weekend to the major championships.
Live dates
Term-time dates and rooms go out on our Instagram as soon as they’re confirmed. Follow @edinburgh_debates for what’s on.
Come and find your voice
Whether you want to win tournaments or simply speak with confidence, there is a place for you in the union.