University of Dundee

Our core purpose

To transform lives, working locally and globally through the creation, sharing, and application of knowledge.

The University of Dundee is a public research university based in Dundee, Scotland. It was founded as a university college in 1881 with a donation from the prominent Baxter family of textile manufacturers.

The main campus of the university is located in Dundee's West End, which contains many of the university's teaching and research facilities; the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, Dundee Law School and the Dundee Dental Hospital and School. The University has additional facilities at Ninewells Hospital, containing its School of Medicine; Perth Royal Infirmary, which houses a clinical research centre; and in Kirkcaldy, Fife, containing part of its School of Health Sciences.

It is a university with a social purpose, building on its long-standing values.

Founded in 1881 to provide equal opportunity education, regardless of sex or religion, the University of Dundee was the first university in the UK to educate men and women side by side. The University of Dundee is not afraid to act purposively to make a real difference, working together as a community to deliver positive change.

At the University of Dundee, individuals will get more than just a highly valued and recognized education; they will discover a multicultural study destination like no other.

University of Dundee Services for International Students

Moving to a new city or country can be a daunting challenge. At the University of Dundee, individuals have the support and guidance to navigate this transition into university life and achieve their educational goals. To experience university life to the fullest, the support services and staff at the University of Dundee are on hand to assist, addressing practical, personal, health, academic, or financial support needs.

The university offers pre-sessional English courses and free English language lessons for international students, covering academic writing, seminar skills, listening, and note-taking.

University of Dundee Accommodation

Dundee accommodation is typically within walking distance of the main campus. If you apply as an undergraduate student before the deadline, you are guaranteed to be offered a room (terms and conditions apply). The university can also assist with finding private accommodation.

University Executive Office

The University Executive Office is a key directorate providing support for the development and delivery of the University’s strategic plans, objectives and priorities.

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning provides a wide range of information relating to the University strategic framework, performance indicators, internal income distribution models, and tuition fees budget setting