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These pages are specifically designed for prospective students from Italy.

We currently have almost forty Italians studying at the University of Dundee, but this number is growing and we very much welcome applications from Italian nationals.

Why Dundee?

Come and join our student population and study for your undergraduate or postgraduate degree here in Scotland, at a university which has been rated as number one for student experience. We have many unique offerings available and are ranked as one of the top 200 institutions in the world.

We offer a very high standard of education, and career prospects for our graduates are amongst the best in the UK.

English Support Programme

We understand that moving overseas and living and studying in a country where a different language is spoken can be daunting. That's why we offer our English support programme, to help you to increase your confidence, skills and knowledge of English.

Classes are free and there is no formal assessment. Instead, our supportive tutors offer feedback on your progress throughout. Joining the programme is a great way to improve your English and to make new friends at the same time.

Life in Dundee

While at Dundee you can immerse yourself in Scottish culture (there's more to it than just tartan and shortbread!) and explore the scenic beauty of Scotland. Mountains, lochs and glens are all within easy reach, and the rest of the UK is also highly accessible, even without a car.
Find out more about our campus and city »

Student Societies

We have a thriving International Student Society which has members from over 100 countries world-wide. They organise trips and tours, arrange social events, and work in conjunction with our international support service to make sure your time at Dundee runs smoothly.

One of their most popular events is the Welcome Party, which gives you a taste of Scotland (with food such as haggis, neeps and tatties) and introduces you to some traditional Scottish entertainment, including Burns poetry, bagpipes and Scottish country dancing to the live ceilidh band.
Take a look at some photos from the 2011 welcome party.

The University's new Diplomats@Dundee society is also proving propular with our European students.

"I would especially encourage students from my country to apply [to Dundee], because I think it's a great opportunity to study abroad and improve English. The staff at the university have been very helpful and the way lecturers treat students is really great, because they care about students and they show interest in students' progress. Apart from that Dundee is a really nice place to study and students from abroad can experience other cultures."
International Student Barometer, 2009

Learn more about studying in the UK from the British Council Italy website.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

For entry to all our programmes you will need to demonstrate that your qualifications meet the University of Dundee entrance requirements. These are general guidelines only, and exact requirements will vary on an individual basis, and from course to course. The information below is based on you taking your exams under your country's national education system. If this is not the case, please refer to the entry requirements for the relevant country.

Undergraduate

If you have taken international school leaving qualifications such as A Levels or the International Baccalaureate (IB), the entry requirements are detailed on the individual undergraduate course pages.

If you have studied in Italy, general entry requirements are provided in the table below, and should be read alongside the relevant course pages.

Minimum Entry Requirements 2013

Subject area Entry requirements based on Diploma di Esame di Stato
Accountancy Complete and Pass with average of 75
Art and Design

4 Year Degree - Complete and Pass with average of 70 and 70 in State Examination in Art and Design
3 Year Degree - Complete and Pass with average of 85 and 85 in State Examination in Art and Design 

(Entry is based on your portfolio in addition to academic qualifications)
Humanities/Psychology
Social Sciences

Year 1 entry – Complete and Pass with average of 75
Year 2 entry – Complete and Pass with average of 85

(For Architecture entry is based on portfolio and interview in addition to academic qualifications)
Dentistry/Medicine

Pre-dental/Premedical – Complete and Pass with average of 90

BDS/MBChB – Complete and Pass with average of 90 and 90 in State Examinations in appropriate Sciences including Biology for BDS and Chemistry for MBChB
Engineering, Physics and Mathematics

Year 1 BEng/BSc – Complete and Pass with average of 75 and 75 in State Examinations in Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject
Year 1 MEng/MSci – Complete and Pass with average of 75 and 75 in State Examinations in Mathematics and Physics

Year 2 BEng/BSc – Complete and Pass with average of 85 and 85 in State Examinations in Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject
Year 2 MEng/MSci – Complete and Pass with average of 85 and 85 in State Examinations in Mathematics and Physics

Law

4 Year Degree – Complete and Pass with average of 75

3 Year Degree – Complete and Pass with average of 85
Computing Year 1 entry – Complete and Pass with average of 75 and 75 in State Examinations in Mathematics and a Science
Year 2 entry – Complete and Pass with average of 85 and 85 in State Examinations in Mathematics and a Science

Life Sciences

Oral Health Sciences

Year 1 entry – Complete and Pass with average of 75 and 75 in State Examinations in Chemistry and Natural Sciences
Year 2 entry – Complete and Pass with average of 80 and 80 in State Examinations in Chemistry and Natural Sciences

(Previous study of Mathematics also required)
Nursing Complete and Pass with average of 65 and 65 in State Examinations in Mathematics

Postgraduate

For some of our postgraduate programmes there may be additional non-academic entrance requirements such as relevant work experience. These are detailed on the individual postgraduate course pages.

Postgraduate - Taught

Applicants who hold a Bachelor degree may be considered for taught postgraduate study. You must submit your degree transcripts.

Postgraduate - Research

A Masters level qualification from a good university will normally be required. Evidence of some research experience (for example through a Masters Degree project) is expected. Transcripts of all previous degree-level studies must accompany the application.

English language requirements

For all our programmes you will also need to satisfy the University's English language requirements.

Meet us

Online

International / EU applicants & enquirers:

  • 5th December 10-11am GMT
  • 12th December 4-5pm GMT
  • 19th December 10-11am GMT
  • 9th January 10-11am GMT
  • 16th January 4-5pm GMT
  • and then from March onwards

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Meet alumni

We are sometimes able to connect you to alumni who live or work in your part of the world. If you are interested, please email alumni@dundee.ac.uk to find out more.

Fees, Funding and Living Costs

The cost of studying in Dundee is very affordable for European students. Eligible EU citizens pay no fees for undergraduate courses. Some of our taught postgraduate courses also offer funded places.

Fees

Who are you? Choose from the following to access relevant information about Fees & Funding:

Scholarships

Visit our general scholarship pages to check whether you are eligible for any scholarship and bursary opportunities available across the university, and our Academic School Scholarships webpage for course-specific funding.

Living Costs

  • Dundee is ranked as one of the most affordable places for students to live in the UK, so you get a high value of education and your cost of living is affordable.
  • Students are eligible to work up to 20 hours per week with their student visa.
  • As a student in Scotland, you have access to the National Health Service, so you do not have to pay for health insurance while studying at Dundee.

Living in the UK is a continual lesson of independence, which I'm thoroughly enjoying. Living away from home does include taking care of bills and dirty washing, but it also gives me the opportunity to enjoy some freedom away from the prying eyes of my parents!

Katarzyna Kozyrska, BSc Molecular Genetics

Employability

Dundee has an excellent employment record, and 96% of our graduates are in employment or further study 6 months after graduation.

Benefits of a UK degree

A British degree is highly respected and valued by employers across the globe. Standards of teaching, research and facilities in the UK are among the best in the world, and are regularly assessed by independent bodies to ensure high academic standards are maintained. Here at Dundee, we are ranked as one of the UK's top ten universities for learning and teaching.
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Studying and living abroad will also help you to stand out from other candidates in an increasingly crowded job market. You'll gain first-hand international experience, improve your language skills and be able to draw upon your time in the UK to demonstrate skills in adaptability, self-confidence and problem solving - all of which employers value.

The more independent approach to learning that you'll find here will also help you to develop critical thinking, self-discipline and the analytical skills that are sought after by employers.

Teresa Liguori from Italy gained her Masters (LLM) in Water Governance and Conflict Resolution in 2010. As part of her course, she spent time in Guatemala and now aims to use her experience and knowledge to help countries that like Guatemala are facing water problems.

Find out more about our careers service »