University of St Andrews

St Andrews is a unique and captivating place, and the University is a key part of its charm. Seven centuries of history link the students with the town, leading to the ancient and yet modern institution apparent today.

• St Andrews (founded in 1413) is Scotland’s first University and the third oldest in the English speaking world
• Approximately 9000 students in total (including Undergraduates, postgraduates and Ph.D.)
• More than 140 different countries and territories represented
• 40% of the international student population
• St Andrews is ranked the No. 1 in Scotland and 3rd in the UK by The Guardian 2019, The Times and The Sunday Times 2018 and Complete University Guide 2018
• 1st for student satisfaction in the UK National Student Survey 2017 for the last decade
• The University prides itself in its teaching quality with 12:1 student to staff ratio and a large emphasis on research-based learning. Awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2017
• Over 150 cultural and student societies and more than 50 sports on offer
• Very safe location and great transport links