Quick Summary
Based in Dundee, United Kingdom, University of Dundee is a public with roots dating back to 1881. Ranked #418 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 16245 students including 28% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Life Sciences, Medicine, Art and Design, it maintains an acceptance rate of 33%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Consistently ranked among the top in the UK for student experience and graduate employability, with a global reputation for Life Sciences and Art.
Subject Strengths
Life SciencesMedicineArt and DesignDentistryPharmacology
Founded1881
TypePublic
Total Students16245
Intl Students28%
Faculty Ratio14.2
CampusCity Campus
Campus Size51 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNinewells Hospital,Royal Victoria Hospital
AccreditationGeneral Medical Council,General Dental Council,Royal Institute of British Architects,Law Society of Scotland
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#418
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Short Courses
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Wellcome Trust Centre for Anti-Infectives Research,Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science,Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
General Medical Council,General Dental Council,Royal Institute of British Architects,Law Society of Scotland
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate33%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 29 (UCAS)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A strong personal statement emphasizing practical experience is vital for medical and art-based subjects. Portfolio submissions for Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design are critical.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in British Pound
UG Tuition
£21,100/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£10,600/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£21,650/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£31,750/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$6,400
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Short Courses programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Dentistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Forensic Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Illustration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biological Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$39,500
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
CERNNational Health Service (NHS)MicrosoftAstraZeneca
Notable Alumni
Sir James Black,B. C. Forbes,Gary Lightbody,Fred Goodwin
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Institute of Sport and Exercise,Riverside Sports Grounds,25m Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
190
Library Resources
Main Library,Medical Library Ninewells,DJCAD Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available