| Location | Fife, United Kingdom | Funding Type | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| No of Students | 10119 | Establishment | University |
| Founded In | 1413 | Estimated Cost of Living | 13632 GBP |
| Address | St Katharine’s West 16 The Scores St Andrews KY16 9AX |
Founded in the 15th century, St Andrews is Scotland's first university and the third oldest in the English-speaking world. Teaching began in the community of St Andrews in 1410, and the University was formally constituted by the issue of a papal bull in 1413.
The early years of the young university were not without turbulence. In 1426, King James tried to move the university to Perth. In 1470, several masters and students were expelled for attacking the Dean with bows and arrows. In 1544 the University banned beards, the carrying of weapons, gambling and football.
By the middle of the 16th century, St Andrews had grown to encompass three colleges — St Salvator’s (1450), St Leonard’s (1511) and St Mary’s (1538). The buildings of St Mary’s College and St Salvator’s Chapel date from this period.
From the 1500s to the 1700s, the University enjoyed a period of mixed fortunes. During this time St Salvator’s and St Leonard’s Colleges joined to form the United College which still survives today in a greatly enlarged form.
In the 19th century, the University made considerable progress in developing teaching and research in the arts, divinity and the biological and physical sciences. In 1897, the University was joined by a new academic centre in nearby Dundee and with it gained notable achievements in medical and applied science. This association ended in 1967 with the foundation of a separate University of Dundee.
In the 1980s, St Andrews embarked on a broad programme of investment to boost its research capabilities, a strategy that has helped establish its reputation today as an international centre of research excellence.
In 2009, St Andrews became the first Scottish ancient university to appoint a woman as Principal, recruiting Professor Louise Richardson from the Radcliffe Institute, Harvard, to lead it into its seventh century. She was succeeded in 2016 by Professor Sally Mapstone.
St Andrews recently celebrated 600 years of continuous existence during which time it has made an enduring contribution to the intellectual and cultural life of both Scotland and the wider world.
Why St Andrews
St Andrews offers a unique experience for international students. With a reputation for world-class teaching, your academic studies will be both rigorous and rewarding. You will have the opportunity to embrace new perspectives and challenge your own ideas while exploring a wide range of subjects.
You will be supported throughout your time at St Andrews, both academically and with personal issues. Dedicated advisers will provide guidance on modules and academic life, while Student Services can help with anything from wellbeing to financial issues.
Studying abroad also offers a wonderful opportunity to experience different cultures in a new setting. Nestled on the east coast of Scotland, St Andrews provides an intimate and friendly environment for your study abroad adventures. With historic buildings juxtaposed against modern facilities, along with the many student traditions, St Andrews offers a truly unforgettable way to experience Scotland.
Academic life
As an exchange or study abroad student, you will be able to take modules from a variety of unique Arts, Sciences or Divinity subjects.
The University offers award-winning teaching which is well known for being research-led – the University was ranked top in Scotland in the most recent Research Excellence Framework assessment for the quality of its research publications across Science, Arts, Divinity and Medicine.
Studying at St Andrews is a rigorous experience. Alongside attending lectures, tutorials and seminars, you will also be responsible for undertaking independent study, which includes completing assignments, using library resources and preparing for examinations.
Support
You will be supported throughout your time at the University, both academically and non-academically.
Before you begin your studies, you will meet with your assigned Adviser of Studies who will help you choose your modules and explain St Andrews academic regulations.
During your semester or year abroad, the study abroad team will run daily consultation sessions. You can pop along to these sessions to discuss any issues you are facing, to get advice, or just to chat about your experience.
Accommodation
Undergraduate exchange or study abroad students who apply before the deadline are guaranteed accommodation in one of the University’s halls of residence. You will be able to select your preference of whether your accommodation is catered or self-catered, shared or single bedroom, and shared or en suite bathroom.
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