History
We've been transforming lives since 1881. We’re not afraid to act purposefully to make a real difference in the world and work together as a community to deliver positive change.
We’re globally renowned for our expertise across a wide range of disciplines, including life sciences, medicine, dentistry, engineering, and art & design.
Education
We’re constantly developing new ways of learning and teaching to ensure students are supported to succeed and achieve their goals.
We offer a wide range of subject areas at undergraduate and postgraduate level, including:
- Life Sciences
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Nursing
- Law
- Art & Design
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Business
- Engineering
With over 200 undergraduate and over 250 postgraduate courses, there is plenty of choice to find something that will challenge and inspire you. All courses at Dundee are informed by high-quality research, and you will learn from academics who are experts within their respective fields.
Research
We have some of the best researchers in the world, developing ideas that make a positive impact and difference to the lives of people, the economy, and the environment. In the Research Excellence Framework 2021, 84% our research was assessed as 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'. We have strong relationships and partnerships with industry, non-government organisations, public bodies, and institutions across the world. We focus on three interdisciplinary challenge-led themes, which enables our research to address the UN Sustainable Development Goals and make a positive contribution to addressing Population Health and Wealth, Climate Action, and Net Zero, and Equity and Inclusion.
Career
We’re second in Scotland for graduate prospects (The Guardian 2026).
Our courses are designed with employability in mind. Over 300 employers visit campus each year, collaborating with students through vacancies, placements and consultancy projects. Our Careers Service is there to support you during your studies and after you graduate. This includes a 1:1 appointment with a Careers Adviser, and our careers fairs, skills sessions, and networking events. The Careers Service can also offer you support in finding part-time work whilst studying. You can also find guidance from the Centre for Entrepreneurship, which offers opportunities to develop your enterprise skills, alongside support for new business ventures.
Top reasons to study here
- Excellent graduate outcomes – 89% of students are in work or further study 15 months after graduating (HESA 2025).
- We offer a range of scholarships to eligible students, including our Global Excellence Scholarship of up to £8,000 per year of study (T&Cs apply).
- 1st in Scotland for overall student satisfaction in 12 subject areas (NSS 2025).
University of Dundee Key Statistics & Highlights
- #301 Ranking
- 357 Masters
- 107 Scholarships
University of Dundee Overview
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University of Dundee Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 71 reviews
- 5 Star 31 Reviews
- 4 Star 25 Reviews
- 3 Star 7 Reviews
- 2 Star 4 Reviews
- 1 Star 4 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.3
- Admission Process 4.0
- Quality of Student Life 4.2
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Amazing experience, good records and conducive environment for learning
Coexisting
I have not started uet want to see what the future will be for me, really want to study in dundee but i am not financially stable enough to see myself through the course. That’s why i needed a grant to help me live my future
Review on the university of dundee
The University of Dundee offers a generally positive academic experience, known for high student satisfaction, supportive lecturers, and smaller class sizes that allow more personal attention. Teaching is engaging and works especially well in fields like science and computing, though the quality can vary between courses, with some relying heavily on slides. Overall, it provides a solid and supportive learning environment, but the experience depends on the specific program.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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University of Dundee Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 301 | 301 | 301 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Climbed 100 places compared to 2024
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 401 | 401 | 301 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Dropped 10 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 441 | 418 | 428 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 362 | - | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
We offer a range of student services that provide different types of support to help you work to your full potential and make the most of your student experience. Services include everything from Academic Skills to Counselling and Disability Services.
We also have a dedicated International Advice Service, which provides immigration and practical guidance for living and studying in the UK. The team also arrange welcome events, along with many social and cultural events throughout the year.
Peer Connectors offer a buddy system to help you settle in once you arrive in Dundee. They can show you around and help you meet, mix, and socialise with other students.
Housing services
A variety of single-occupancy accommodation options are available on or near campus. All our student accommodation types are furnished with shared kitchens, private bedrooms, and en-suite bathrooms. We guarantee entrant full-time students starting in September one offer of accommodation if they apply by the relevant deadline (terms and conditions apply).
There are also options to find your own accommodation in Dundee or nearby. Our Students’ Association offers an advice service to those not using University arranged accommodation.
Library services
Library Services provide a wide range of resources to support learning, teaching, and research.
There are four libraries available to students. The Main Library, at the heart of campus, offers electronic and printed resources, diverse study spaces such as group study rooms, breakout areas, and solo pods. Plus, there is a café and comfortable seating areas for breaks.
ICT services
The Main Library offers IT facilities including printing, laptops for short-term loan, a Create Space providing 3D printers, and much more. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout campus and in our student residencies.
IT support is provided by the University Service Desk and is available seven days a week.
Medical services
The University Health Service is available on campus and offers a range of health-related advice and services for students. These include a counselling service, sexual health clinics, and advice on how to register with a doctor and dentist upon arrival in Dundee.
Campus life
Our city-centre campus has everything you’ll need in one place, including the library, lectures and teaching areas, the Students’ Union, accommodation, and the gym.
Dundee is a perfect student city – it’s compact, friendly, and easy to get around, yet bursting with all the entertainment and opportunities of big-city life. Dundee is also known for being more affordable than other cities in the UK.
From campus, it’s just a short distance to the city’s cultural attractions, shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants. The train and bus stations are also close by, making it easy to explore the best that the UK has to offer. Bus travel in Scotland is also free for those under 22 years of age.
Sports facilities
Sport and Active Health (SpAH) offer a range of high-class sport and exercise facilities on campus, including tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a spacious gym with a specialist strength training area, exercise studios, and a cycle studio. SpAH also offers over 40 exercise classes a week. With such a wide variety of facilities and classes available, you can find the best option for you.
Student clubs
On campus, you will find Dundee University Students’ Association (DUSA). DUSA supports more than 150 sports clubs and student societies, making it easy for you to meet other students with the same interests, or try something completely new. DUSA is also home to a café bar – the ideal place for meeting up with your friends for coffee or lunch.