By studying at the University of Dundee, students will achieve an internationally recognised degree from a prestigious university.
The University of Dundee has an excellent reputation and in 2020 the university was winner of the University of the Year for Student Experience (The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020) and was ranked as one of the top 30 UK universities (The Guardian University Guide 2020).
Dundee is a global institution with over 16,000 students and 3,000 staff from around 140 different countries. The university welcomes the cultural diversity this brings and works hard to make sure international students feel at home through support services such as English language classes and buddy schemes.
The sports facilities at the university are of excellent quality and have been used as training venues by top athletes. The university has an impressive gym and swimming pool that students can use as well as specialised pitches, playing fields and sports halls. The University Sports Union has over 40 different Sports Union clubs available for students to join.
Classes at Dundee are taught by academic and industry experts, and the standard of teaching was recognised with the award of a gold rating in the 2017 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
The university is noted for its research. The 2014 Research Excellence Framework (2014) described 76 per cent of Dundee’s research as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally renowned’. This means that the university offers invaluable opportunities for those who are keen to pursue further study.
The Careers Service at Dundee supports students in finding a graduate job. Students can participate in relevant volunteering or work experience as part of their course. In 2017, the Careers Service was ranked 4th in the UK by the International Student Barometer. Additionally, 96.4 per cent of graduates enter employment or further study within six months of graduation (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education, UK 2016/17).