University of Dundee

Discover the University of Dundee

The University of Dundee is located on the east coast of Scotland in the city of Dundee.

We have an excellent reputation for learning, teaching, and research – in fact, we are Scottish University of the Year 2025 (Daily Mail University Guide 2025) and we have been awarded a 5 Star rating from QS Quacquarellii Symonds, the international higher education specialists.

With 3,000 staff and over 14,000 students from across the world, we are proud to be a truly global institution that offers a world-leading education and student experience.

Study with us

Our academic Schools cover a wide range of subject areas and with over 250 taught postgraduate courses on offer, you’re sure to find something that will challenge and inspire you.

We’re ranked 1^st in the UK for Bioengineering and Engineering Science (Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), Dentistry (Complete University Guide 2025) and Animation (Guardian University Guide 2025).
We’re also 2^nd in the UK for Forensic Sciences (Guardian University Guide 2025) and Medicine (Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).

Research opportunities

Research at Dundee has been recognised among the very best, with 84% of our research achieving ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ standards in the latest Research Excellence Framework (2021).

As a student at Dundee, you’ll be part of a diverse and talented research community. We have some of the best researchers in the world working for us, developing ideas that make a positive difference to people’s lives, the economy, and the environment.

Employability

We have an excellent record of graduate employment, with 91% of graduates from the University of Dundee being in work or further study 15 months after graduating (HESA 2024). In recognition of our commitment to championing entrepreneurship and supporting start-up and spin-out companies, we have been named Outstanding Entrepreneurial University of the Year (Times Higher Education Awards 2024) and Europe’s Innovative and Entrepreneurial University of the Year (European Triple E Awards 2024).

Our Careers Service, a team of trained and dedicated professionals, are there to support you during your studies and after you graduate, helping you to achieve your career aspirations.

You can also find guidance from our Centre for Entrepreneurship, which offers opportunities to develop your enterprise skills and improve your employability.

Facilities and accommodation

At Dundee you’ll have access to world-class facilities, ensuring you can reach your potential while studying with us.

The Main Library is the hub for all your study needs and includes a wide range of electronic and printed resources. It also has study spaces with the latest technology and a café.

All our student accommodation options are furnished with shared kitchens and living spaces, private bedrooms, and en-suite bathrooms. At Dundee, we guarantee entrant full-time students starting in September an offer of accommodation if you apply by the relevant deadline (Terms & Conditions apply).

On campus you’ll also find Sport and Active Health (SpAH) which offers a range of high-class sport and exercise facilities, as well as Dundee University Students’ Association (DUSA). DUSA supports more than 200 sports clubs and student societies and is also home to a café bar – the ideal place for meeting up with your friends for coffee or lunch.

Our facilities and teaching spaces are all next to each other on our friendly, compact campus, making student life at Dundee very convenient.

Student services

We offer a range of student services that provide different types of support and guidance to make sure you’re able to make the most of your time at Dundee. Our friendly and welcoming staff are here to help you with any issues you encounter. Services we offer include everything from Academic Skills and International Advice Services to Counselling and Disability Services.

City of Dundee

Dundee is a diverse and inclusive city with a lively student-centred community.

Our city campus is in the vibrant West End of Dundee, which was named the best place to live in Scotland (Sunday Times 2024). Everything you need is within walking distance of campus, with Dundee’s best shops, cafes, restaurants, and cultural attractions right on your doorstep.

Dundee is in the perfect location for exploring the best that Scotland has to offer, with great transport links to other major cities, and beautiful coastline, forests, and countryside all within easy reach.

The nearest international airports can be found in the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, which are both only a short trip away from Dundee. With excellent transport links available from Dundee, it’s also easy to travel to other cities in the UK and beyond.

Our scholarships

We want to help you get the most from your studies with us, which is why we offer a range of scholarships to eligible international students who want to study at with us. You can find out more about our scholarships on our website.