Mexico
These pages are specifically designed for those students coming to Dundee from Mexico.
The University of Dundee is home to nearly 18,000 students, with approximately 20% coming from overseas. We very much welcome applications from Mexican nationals and have an active alumni group in Mexico for our former students.
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 ranked #1 for student experience. We have many unique offerings available and are ranked as one of the top 200 institutions in the world. Our staff-student ratio of 6:1 ensures a high level of interaction between staff and students, 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.
Scottish life and culture
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. If that's not enough, you'll only be a short flight away from mainland Europe too.
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.
Our International Support Office also organises events for the international community.
You'll be able to find friends to celebrate Scottish holidays and events with - such as Hogmanay (New Year), Burns Night, and St Andrew's Day, and there is also a community in Scotland that celebrates Mexican Independence Day.
Further Information
Learn more about studying in the UK from the British Council Mexico website.
You'll also find the British Council Mexico on Twitter
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.
For undergraduate courses: 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.
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.
English language requirements
For all our programmes you will also need to satisfy the University's English language requirements.
Meet us
Our Representative in Mexico
Mexlinks
Aguascalientes 177 tercer piso
Colonia Hipódromo de la Condesa
Delegación Cuauhtémoc
C.P. 06170
México, D.F.
Telephone:(00 52) 55 5264 2869
Fax: (00 52) 55 5264 2869
Email: mexlinks@prodigy.net.mx
Website: www.mexlinks.com.mx
Mexlinks is the first point of contact for most students who apply to Dundee from Mexico. They can help with your application, guide you through the process, and also help with the visa application process. Mexlinks hosts Dundee information sessions through the year and also represents Dundee at many annual exhibitions.
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
North/South American applicants & enquirers:
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.
In person
A representative from Dundee will normally visit Mexico in March of every year. The representative for Mexico is Bronagh Crosse.
Fees, Funding and Living Costs
The cost of studying in Dundee is very affordable.
Fees
Who are you? Choose from the following to access relevant information about Fees & Funding:
- International Undergraduate Applicant
- International Taught Postgraduate Applicant
- Global Programme Student from another university coming on Study Abroad or Summer Study Abroad
- Research Postgraduate Applicant
Scholarships
The University of Dundee works with many financial aid awarding bodies in Mexico. If you receive a scholarship, bursary, or loan - you have the opportunity to receive a scholarship from Dundee. Students who receive these scholarships are not eligible for other scholarships offered by the school or university.
FONCA
Up to four scholarships of £2,500 for students that are sponsored by FONCA. Only students that have applied for a Masters course through Duncan of Jordanstone, College of Art and Design are eligible for this scholarship. Visit the FONCA website.
FUNED
Up to five scholarships for students that are successful in their bid for funding from FUNED. Those that are successful will receive a 15% discount in fees. Only students that have applied to Masters courses within the Centre for Energy, Petroleum, Mineral, Law and Policy are eligible. Visit the FUNED website.FIDERH
Students that apply for funding through the Banco de Mexico and the FIDERH program and are successful will receive a 15% discount in fees. All Masters students are eligible except for those studying courses within the College of Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing. Visit the FIDERH website.
General scholarships
Visit our general scholarship pages to check whether you are eligible for any other 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.
- We offer a variety of accommodation, both on and off campus.
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.
Find out more about our strengths »
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, 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.
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