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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


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


People and HistoryTown 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”


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


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


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


Costs to be aware of:No application feeTuition Fees = £14,000 to £17,500 depending on the programmeAccommodation & 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 lifeDesirable location


Scholarships

British Chevening ScholarshipsCharles Wallace TrustCommonwealth ScholarshipCommonwealth Shared Scholarship (CSSS)Dorothy Hodgkin Postgraduate AwardsJubilee Scholarships for Indian StudentsScotland's Saltire Scholarships

www.st-andrews.ac.uk/admissions/pg/financialinformation/Visit our website for a full list of scholarships


Accommodation

Not guaranteed for any postgraduatesApplications are accepted from 1st April – 30th June each yearHigh quality and modern roomsRooms are a maximum of 25 minutes from town centreMany rooms have private bathroomsShared kitchens and laundry facilitiesBedding packs availableSecurity: Managers and Wardens in all hallsPrivate (non-University) accommodation is also available


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


Advice & Support

Career GuidanceCounsellingDisabilities/ WelfareHealth ServiceReligious SupportInternational Welfare Officer


Facilities

Library with over 1M volumesModern lecture theatres State-of-the-art laboratoriesExperienced technical supportPersonal tutors and learning

Teaching experience available for most PhD students


Recreation

200+ fun & serious pursuitsDevelop transferable skills to enhance employabilityA safe environment Oldest Debating Society in the UK Sport, drama and musicReligious, political & charitable optionsStudent radio station “STAR FM”An award-winning student newspaper “The Saint”YouTube: Bubble TVAcademic Families – an unusual form of support


International Students at St Andrews

Almost 50% of our PGs are internationalOver 120 nationalitiesNetwork of international partner institutions and representativesExtremely diverse & very friendly


Rankings

Many newspapers produce university league tables

The TimesThe GuardianThe IndependentThe Sunday Times

These are purely opinion but can offer useful guidance


Rankings

94% of St Andrews’ research is internationally

recognised60% is world leading or internationally excellentOverall, 2nd in Scotland & 14th in the UK for research

Guardian University Guide 2013: 1st in Scotland / 4th in

UKTimes Good University Guide 2014: 1st in Scotland / 4th

in UK

St Andrews is regularly ranked 1st or 2nd for student satisfaction in the UK


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


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!


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


Any questions?

Email us on: pgrecruitment@st-

andrews.ac.uk

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