Information for external examiners

This page supplements information provided directly to examiners by email, as part of the examination process.

• Accommodation: The Graduate School Office can book and pay for accommodation on behalf of external examiners. Please contact us at Gradschool.physics [at] ed.ac.uk
   

• Travel: External examiners should arrange their own travel in accordance with the University's travel policy. Please direct all queries regarding travel arrangements, including viva related expenses limits, to the Gradschool.physics [at] ed.ac.uk (Graduate School office). 
   

• Reimbursement: Costs for travel, meals, and any directly booked accommodation can be claimed back.  You will be provided with a reimbursement non-staff expenses claim form via email. 
   

• Support: For further assistance or queries, the Graduate School Office is here to help.

Please be aware that expense claims must adhere to the University’s Expenses and Sustainability Policies to be approved. When an examiner is visiting for several reasons, it is expected the associated costs will be divided between the departments involved.