St Andrews Summer Study for Undergraduates

All summer courses at St Andrews are complemented by a vast array of extracurricular activities in the evenings and on weekends, including a talent show, quiz nights, movie nights, debate nights, a ceilidh (traditional Scottish dancing) and disco. Students will go on several cultural excursions to places of historic importance or scientific interest, including a full day trip to the city of Edinburgh. Other excursions may include various castle visits (Glamis, Stirling, Falkland), the Cupar Deer Centre, Edinburgh Dungeons, Dundee and the famous RRS Discovery, and Byre Theatre evenings.

Summer Academic Experience students are housed on-campus at Andrew Melville Hall, one of St Andrews’ official halls of residence. Located a 15-minute walk from the picturesque town of St Andrews as well as its sandy beaches, students will be nearby the Faculty of Science buildings and University Sports Centre. A small, catered hall, Andrew Melvin is known for its friendly atmosphere and community spirit. Facilities include three communal kitchens, two common rooms with table tennis, TV and a piano, a laundry room, library and computer room. Most bedrooms are singles but there are a few shared; every room looks out over surrounding parkland.

Choose the University of St Andrews Summer Study if you’re an international student seeking a 3-4 week academic experience in Scotland. This program offers undergraduate-level courses with field trips and environmental learning. You’ll learn from world-leading lecturers and professors, and courses are credit-bearing. Whether you prefer residential or fieldwork courses, there’s plenty to explore inside and outside the classroom.

The University of St Andrews offers a variety of summer courses through its Summer Academic Experience Courses (SAEC). These programs provide students from around the world with the unique opportunity to experience courses taught in the Scottish academic tradition by the University’s current academic staff. Students have the chance to study an academic subject of their choice while also developing their academic research skills and exploring the historic and cultural surroundings of St Andrews. The summer programs are designed to give participants a taste of what it is like to study at the University of St Andrews, aiming to enrich their knowledge and encourage intellectual curiosity

Summer Academic Experience students are housed on-campus at Andrew Melville Hall, one of St Andrews’ official halls of residence. Located a 15-minute walk from the picturesque town of St Andrews as well as its sandy beaches, students will be nearby the Faculty of Science buildings and University Sports Centre. A small, catered hall, Andrew Melvin is known for its friendly atmosphere and community spirit. Facilities include three communal kitchens, two common rooms with table tennis, TV and a piano, a laundry room, library and computer room. Most bedrooms are singles but there are a few shared; every room looks out over surrounding parkland.

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St Andrews is situated on the east coast of Scotland,Both the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge studied and fell in love at this marvellous university. Established in 1413, it is Scotland's oldest university. Located in St Andrews, Fife, for the summer school student it offers a rich academic tradition, modern facilities including libraries, laboratories, sports centres, and student accommodation, creating a great environment for academic and extracurricular pursuits. It is in a picturesque coastal setting, attracting students from around the globe to its historic and vibrant campus from which they can enjoy countryside, seaside and the vibrant town of St Andrews.

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The closest international airports to St Andrews are Edinburgh Airport and Glasgow Airport. If flying to London, you can also take the Caledonian Sleeper service. Leuchars is the closest railway station to St Andrews, situated approx. 6 miles outside the town. From Leuchars, St Andrews is easily reached by bus or taxi.

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