The University of St Andrews is a public research university in the town of St Andrews, in Fife, Scotland. It is the oldest university in Scotland, founded in the early fifteenth century, and is among the oldest in the English-speaking world. St Andrews is broadly known for strengths in subjects such as physics and astronomy, chemistry, and international relations. A large share of its students come from outside the UK, representing many nationalities.
Why international students choose it
An international student may value that teaching is in English in an English-speaking country, within Scotland's oldest university
St Andrews has recognised subject strengths and a strong overall academic reputation
It has a notably international student community, with a large proportion of students from outside the UK
The small historic town setting can offer a close-knit environment for those studying abroad
