University of St Andrews

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Es. 1413 | Ever to Excel

Type of Institution

Public

Number of Students

11,820

Student Faculty Ratio

8.72

Internationality Factor

46%

Avg Tuition per Student

£11,012

Net assets (2024)

£380.6 milion

Total Income

£313.6 milion

Nobel Laureates

N/A

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About

The University of St Andrews, located on the picturesque east coast of Scotland in the town of St Andrews, is Scotland's oldest university and one of the most highly esteemed educational institutions in the world. Established in 1413, it has been a center of academic excellence for over six centuries, making it a significant historical and educational landmark.

Throughout its history, the university has grown from a small academic body to a comprehensive institution comprising multiple colleges and schools. Significant investments since the 1980s have transformed St Andrews into a globally recognized research university, attracting students...

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College Gate, North Street, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 9AJ

+44(0)1334476161

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Campus life

Gender Population Graph

Female59%

Male41%

Not known0%

Other0%

Staff Distribution Graph

Non-academic56%

Academic44%

Student Distribution Graph

First degree74%

Postgraduate (taught)11%

Postgraduate (research)9%

Other undergraduate6%

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Academic Requirements

Admission to postgraduate courses at this university requires meeting specific entry requirements. For most taught master's courses, a 2.1 or higher undergraduate degree from a UK or international institution is typically needed; GMAT and GRE scores are not required. For instance, the MSc in Mathematics necessitates a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in mathematics or a related field. To apply for the MLitt in Creative Writing, a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in any subject is required, along with strong writing skills. For research programmes, a good master’s degree or a bachelor's degree with a 2:1 mark from the relevant faculty is...

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Programs

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Creative Arts and Design
Business and Management
Education
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Medicine and Health

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Year Founded

1413

University of St Andrews was founded by a charter issued by Bishop Henry Wardlaw.

1538

The university was restructured and expanded by Archbishop James Beaton, who also established St Mary's College.

1747

St Salvator’s and St Leonard’s colleges were joined to create the United College.

1881

The University of St Andrews Students Union was founded.

1947

The Royal Naval College, Osborne was transferred to St Andrews by the Admiralty to form The University of St Andrews Naval Training Division.

2009

The university's School of Management was renamed the School of Management and Languages after merging with the Faculty of Modern Languages.

Public Figures

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge

Alumnus - graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Geography in 2005.

Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge

Alumna - graduated with a degree in History of Art in 2005.

J. M. Barrie

Alumnus - graduated from University of St Andrews with an MA in 1882 and later became the University's rector.