Student support guides
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There are several ways to get access to the software required for your studies whether that is on campus or on your own computer.
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If you live further away from our campus, such as on the outskirts of Dundee, or commute from Fife, Angus, or further, you will still be able to participate fully in University life.
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Combining studies with parenting responsibilities can be challenging, however the University has many ways to support all students to achieve their full potential.
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Who is eligible for discretionary funding and how to apply.
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Who is eligible for the SAAS International Students Emergency and University International Student Emergency Funds, and how to apply.
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Who is eligible for the Higher Education Childcare Fund and how to apply.
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You need to apply for exemption from Council Tax, this is not automatic. If all adults in your household are students you can get 100% exemption from Council Tax.
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The scholarship is available to Home students applying to undertake a one-year Masters degree in an art and design subject at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design at the University of Dundee.
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The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program offers Direct Loans to eligible students and parents to help pay for the cost of a student's education. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education, though you may deal with a different agency as your loan servicer.
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This guide is about Academic Skills Centre drop-in sessions with one of our tutors.
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Represent the University and support prospective students and guests at key events and gain valuable experience
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How to get counselling support if you a student or member of staff.
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Staff and Students can use Resource Booker to book teaching or meeting rooms outside of centrally timetabled events
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Book a one-to-one, 50 minute appointment with an academic writing tutor.
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Book an appointment with one of the tutors at Academic Skills to help improve your general academic skills.
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Individuals or groups of people working at the School of Life Sciences can apply for the Brian Cox Prize for Excellence in Public Engagement with Research. This recognises and rewards the School’s outstanding communicators in improving understanding of the School’s research to a wider audience.
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It's important we have up to date details for our students, it's easy to keep these correct
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Transferring course is probably more common than you would think. Whether a transfer is possible depends on several factors, and there’s a lot for you to consider.
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Use this guide to find out how to check your Biometric Residence Permit and report any errors.
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How to install and use the VPN to get remote access to secure services on your Windows computer. The VPN is only for use when off campus.
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Our University wifi network, eduroam, is available throughout our campuses. You'll also find eduroam at other academic locations in the UK and around the world, and can use your dundee login to connect.
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How to install and use the VPN to get remote access to secure services on your mobile device. The VPN is only for use when off campus.
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Help4U is the University Service Desk. You can use it to contact various Professional Services teams.
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The Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) is a supplementary allowance available to UK domiciled students who incur additional expenditure because of their disability while undertaking a full-time higher education course.
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Get dyslexia support if you are a student including specialist dyslexia tuition and dyslexia screening.
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By completing your Equality Monitoring form you help us, your colleagues and fellow students ensure a culture that benefits and supports us all
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Guidance for staff regarding the provision of exam support for students with a disability.
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Information about repaying your student/tuition fee loan and other financial considerations after you graduate.
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Student Wellbeing Initiative Targeting Community Health
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You may need a confirmation letter to join a gym, register with a doctor, for a visa, or to avoid council tax, national service, or jury duty
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If you need evidence that you studied at the University of Dundee, or a full transcript of your marks you can order these from Registry
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RNIB Bookshare and the Alternative Formats Service allow you to freely access eBooks in your preferred format.
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If you’re struggling to buy essentials like food and personal items, there are places you can go on campus to get these for free.
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A wide range of free period products are available across campus courtesy of the Period Power Project.
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Get documentation such as a council tax letter or pension certificate signed by the University.
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IT plays a large part in your studies at Dundee so Digital and Technology Services (DTS) have put this guide together to help get you set up and running with our main tools as quickly as possible.
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The University provides researchers with various options for data storage, sharing and archiving.
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You can self-certify, without seeing a doctor, for the first 7 days of an absence. You may need this form as evidence for mitigating circumstances, or for absence reporting.
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Details of the costs related to the use of library services including fines and refunds.
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What your research proposal should include and guidance on what we look for when selecting our research students.
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Learning technology is the broad range of communication, information, and related technologies that can be used to support learning, teaching, and assessment as well as work-related activities.
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Leaving your studies early can be a big step. There’s support available to help you make the best decision and point you in the right direction.
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Find out about banking, borrowing and budgeting and make sure you're managing your finances effectively.
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Disability Services offer specialist one-to-one support if you are experiencing ongoing mental heath issues.
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In previous years the University adopted a no detriment approach to support students during periods of uncertainty, including the COVID 19 pandemic and industrial action. The no detriment approach remains available to the University to address situations that can negatively impact individuals or groups of students learning and assessment.
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Learn how to nominate someone for an Honorary Degree if you think they have made an outstanding contribution to their field.
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Guidance notes to help you to prepare your proposal
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Guidance on the National Health Services (NHS), pharmacies, opticians, and registering with a doctor or dentist.
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We use the SEAtS app to monitor attendance across our classes to help you get the best outcomes. Find out how to get the app and use it to show you have attended your classes.
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What to do if you need a replacement student or staff ID card or want to change your photo
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If your employer requests a letter to evidence your right to work you can request a letter using this form. If you have completed your studies you can use your confirmation of matriculation letter from e-vision to evidence your course start and end dates.
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If you are unable to reset your password, you should use this form
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Information for students about emergency contraception and booking sexual health appointments.
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If you are a student and have encountered problems beyond your control which have negatively affected your studies, learn how to report these so that you can get the support you need and so that your exam board can be aware of your situation.
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How to submit text, image, and video content for the Degree Show webpages if you are a student at DJCAD.
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Get help with finance, funding, and adjusting to university life if you are a mature student.
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The University is committed to supporting students with a background in care, have caring responsibilities, or who are estranged, find out what personal and financial support is available.
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Whether you’ve experienced gender-based violence recently or in the past, the University of Dundee is here to support you to take whichever steps you want to take next.
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Find out how to inform us about your disability, and what to do if you have already made your application
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Dundee is approximately 70 miles from Aberdeen Airport, and can be reached by taxi, train, or bus
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Dundee is approximately 60 miles from Edinburgh International Airport, and can be reached by taxi, train, or bus.
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Dundee is approximately 80 miles from Glasgow International Airport, and can be reached by taxi, train, or bus
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Dundee is approximately 115 miles from Prestwick International Airport, and can be reached by taxi, train, or bus
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Guidance for international students returning to the University of Dundee from overseas.
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How to travel to the University of Dundee by car, train, bus, or plane.
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A guide for students on how to use generative artificial intelligence (GAI) appropriately and how to acknowledge GAI in assessments and assignments.
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End of semester examinations, resits, and results are handled by Registry. Find out when and where your exams are, and when and how you will get your results.
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The University closes over the Christmas and New Year period. Find out when we reopen, and how to avoid delays to your application.
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This guide was created by the School of Business to help you apply for Islamic finance research degrees and in particular a PhD in Islamic Finance.