Abertay University

Abertay University, operating name for the University of Abertay Dundee since 2014, is one of two public universities  in the city of Dundee, Scotland

Key statistics

Abertay was the first University in the world to offer a computer games degree, and the first in the UK to be recognized as a Centre for Excellence in Computer Games Education. You could never accuse Abertay of being stuck in the past. It offers world-leading courses in computer arts, ethical hacking, computer games technology and environmental sciences; has some of the best IT facilities in the UK; Abertay University is situated in the centre of Dundee. The campus buildings include the historic Old College buildings of Dundee Business School, the Bernard King Library, scenes of crime teaching facilities, specialist Ethical Hacking labs designed for research into computer hacking and misuse, and modern computer games labs in the UK Centre for Excellence in Computer Games EducationDundee itself is a bustling, hard-working city, the fourth largest in Scotland and also, apparently, the sunniest, thanks to its south-facing aspect. There are good local arts scenes, with a particularly good track record in music.

Notable Alumni

• Dave Jones – computer games developer and creator of Grand Theft Auto.

• Liam Wong – Art Director at Ubisoft named in 2017 as one of Forbes '30 under 30' to watch in games design.

• Jude Ower MBE – games entrepreneur.

• Sir Brian Souter – founder and chairman Stagecoach plc.

• Joe Fitzpatrick – MSP for Dundee City West.

• Stewart Hosie – MP for Dundee East.

• Andi Lothian – founder of Insights, a global people development company.

• Andy Nicol – Scottish international rugby player and commentator.

English Language Requirements

UG: All applicants for undergraduate programs will need a minimum English level of 6.0 IELTS. Some programs require 6.5.

TOEFL: 78 (R-18, S-20, L-17,W-17)

PTE:54
PG: For postgraduate entry, all applicants will need a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. Some programs require 6.5

TOEFL: 78 (R-18, S-20, L-17,W-17)

PTE:54

(Note: Please find out more about English language requirements for the desired course before proceeding.)

Accommodation for International Students

• Abertay gives priority to all new students from outside Dundee for its accommodation.

• All accommodation is self-catering, has free Wi-Fi and contents insurance, and is within an easy walk of the university.

• International students are not clustered, with all nationalities mixed across residences.

• Students do not have to move out during each vacation – Christmas and Easter vacations are included within the tenancy agreements.

• The university has over 500-bed spaces across four locations, all of which are a short walk from campus and the city centre. There are a range of room types - including bedsits, shared rooms and multi-occupancy flats - so you can be confident you’ll find something which suits your needs.

• The accommodation is self-catered and provides a mix of en-suite and shared bathroom facilities.

• Wherever you stay, caretakers and security are available 24 hours a day, and a team of cleaners ensure the shared spaces and bathrooms - en-suite or otherwise - are cleaned regularly.

There are numerous scholarships.Please refer university website for detail qualifications required. Other scholarships You can also apply for the British Government's Chevening Scholarships, and a variety of private agencies and charities for scholarships, bursaries and grants to study in the UK. For more information visit the British Council website or the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.