“By creating we think, by living we learn” Patrick Geddes
Directgov is the official single website for public services delivered by the UK Government
Some information and services are slightly different for Scotland and where this is the case, please see the official website of the Scottish Government
For local services delivered by the local councils see;
Scotland.com and Dundee.com provide information on travel, attractions, hotels, culture etc in Scotland and Dundee respectively as does the Tourist Board
Advice on all areas of immigration and travel to the UK can be sought from the UK Border Agency
For advice on working in the UK higher education system and making the transition to living in the UK, see The International Staff website developed for the sector and also the British Council website where a useful publication Studying and living in the United Kingdom 2007-8 can be downloaded.
Euraxess Researchers in Motion helps European and non-European researchers as they move about in Europe and supports scientific organisations in their search for outstanding research talent. It provides a single access point to information across all countries including a network of walk-in centres, including one at University of Dundee (LINK) offering personalised assistance to researchers moving to another country. The Euraxess site provides information on jobs, services, rights and links.
The Scottish Funding Council (SFC) distributes more than £1.7 billion to Scotland's colleges and universities for teaching and learning, research and other activities in support of Scottish government priorities.
Universities Scotland represents Scotland's 21 universities and further education colleges.
A guide to liability to tax in the UK for residents and non residents has been produced by HM Revenue & Customs.
Factsheets on healthcare for people coming into Scotland to work have been produced by Health Rights Information Scotland. They can be downloaded in a range of different languages. Information can also be found in the The Scottish Government's guidance
A helpful guide for international families living and working in Dundee, has been published by Dundee Partnership - which includes the local authority, universities, Dundee College and other key bodies.
The College of Life Sciences has Postdocs and PhD students from over 57 countries around the world and have developed a website with a range of useful information.
The University of Dundee's Student Advisory Service has produced a guide for International Students
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