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University of St Andrews

<your name & your title> Information for 2013/14. University of St Andrews. 600 th anniversary We were founded in 1411 (or was it 1413)? Three years of celebrations! From Mediaeval origins to modern thinking Patron of 600th Anniversary: HRH Prince William.

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University of St Andrews

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  1. <your name & your title> Information for 2013/14 University of St Andrews

  2. 600th anniversary • We were founded in 1411 (or was it 1413)? • Three years of celebrations! • From Mediaeval origins to modern thinking • Patron of 600th Anniversary: • HRH Prince William

  3. What ‘type’ of university is St Andrews? • An ancient university • Small but powerful and with an excellent reputation • Not a campus institution • A unique place in which to study

  4. People and History • Town of 20,000 citizens, including students • 7800 students, (1700+ postgrads) • 1/3 of all students are from overseas • Extremely safe & strong community • Cinema, sports centre, pubs, coffee shops, gorgeous beach, golf courses • Balls, ceilidhs & grand events to enjoy • A true “University town”

  5. Postgraduate Academic Information • Masters programmes: 9 months + 3 months for thesis • (September until the following August) • Programmes are very intensive with specific outcomes • Research Programmes (PhD): 3 to 4 years, leading to Doctorate • Thesis topics are discussed with your supervisor • 1700 postgraduate students in total • Extra funding available for PhD students

  6. Entry requirements • International entry qualifications are listed on the ‘World Map’ on our website • A detailed transcript is required from each applicant • Evidence of English. Eg. band 7.0 overall in IELTS • 2 references, normally from academic staff • A copy of your CV • Statement of purpose/examples of written work

  7. When to apply • Early application is advised (up to one year in advance) • Most programmes start in September each year • Some Schools have separate & earlier deadlines • (Eg. IR is in mid-March each year) • All applications are completed online and sent directly to us

  8. Costs to be aware of: • No application fee • Tuition Fees = £14,000 to £17,500 depending on the programme • Accommodation & subsistence = £7,500 to £12,500 approximately • Total cost = £21,500 to £30,000 per year • Why are the fees at this level? • Ivy League standard education • (15% of our students are from the US which proves this!) • Quality of education and way of life • Desirable location

  9. Scholarships • British Chevening Scholarships • Charles Wallace Trust • Commonwealth Scholarship • Commonwealth Shared Scholarship (CSSS) • Dorothy Hodgkin Postgraduate Awards • Jubilee Scholarships for Indian Students • Scotland's Saltire Scholarships • www.st-andrews.ac.uk/admissions/pg/financialinformation/ • Visit our website for a full list of scholarships

  10. Accommodation • Not guaranteed for any postgraduates • Applications are accepted from 1st April – 30th June each year • High quality and modern rooms • Rooms are a maximum of 25 minutes from town centre • Many rooms have private bathrooms • Shared kitchens and laundry facilities • Bedding packs available • Security: Managers and Wardens in all halls • Private (non-University) accommodation is also available

  11. Centre for English Language Learning • IELTS requirements: check requirements! • Pre-sessional English courses • Foundation Courses available • On-going English language support available • www.st-andrews.ac.uk/elt

  12. Advice & Support • Career Guidance • Counselling • Disabilities/ Welfare • Health Service • Religious Support • International Welfare Officer

  13. Facilities • Library with over 1M volumes • Modern lecture theatres • State-of-the-art laboratories • Experienced technical support • Personal tutors and learning • Teaching experience available for most PhD students

  14. Recreation • 200+ fun & serious pursuits • Develop transferable skills to enhance employability • A safe environment • Oldest Debating Society in the UK • Sport, drama and music • Religious, political & charitable options • Student radio station “STAR FM” • An award-winning student newspaper “The Saint” • YouTube: Bubble TV • Academic Families – an unusual form of support

  15. International Students at St Andrews • Almost 50% of our PGs are international • Over 120 nationalities • Network of international partner institutions and representatives • Extremely diverse & very friendly

  16. Rankings • Many newspapers produce university league tables • The Times • The Guardian • The Independent • The Sunday Times • These are purely opinion but can offer useful guidance

  17. Rankings • 94% of St Andrews’ research is internationally recognised • 60% is world leading or internationally excellent • Overall, 2nd in Scotland & 14th in the UK for research • Guardian University Guide 2013: 1st in Scotland / 4th in UK • Times Good University Guide 2014: 1st in Scotland / 4th in UK • St Andrews is regularly ranked 1st or 2nd for student satisfaction in the UK

  18. Visas and Working in the UK • All UK institutions follow the same immigration rules from the UKBA • www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/ • UK visa rules are different this year and might change again soon. Keep checking! • Part-time work is still allowed – up to 20 hours per week • Post study work is available. The time given to search for work has shortened and a minimum salary (£21k p.a.) rule now applies

  19. General Facts about the UK • Climate – it’s probably not as cold as you think! • Temperate climate – no real extremes in winter or summer • Biggest change: long summer days & short winter days • The UK is very small indeed: easy to explore UK & Europe • We’re 1 or 2 flights (max.15 hours) away from most countries • There are some strong regional accents in certain areas!

  20. Recap: why study at St Andrews? • Tradition of learning • An institution recognised world-wide • Students are “at the centre” in St Andrews • Other parts of the world are within easy reach • Friendly and approachable staff • International outlook

  21. Any questions? Email us on: pgrecruitment@st-andrews.ac.uk

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