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Founded by a fold of ecclesiastics in
1413, the University of St. Andrews is the third oldest
university in the United Kingdom. St. Andrews initially
offered courses in divinity, logic and philosophy as well
as both canon and civil law. The school’s popularity and
attendance blossomed, and by the mid sixteenth century the
university featured three distinct colleges: St. Salvator’s
(1450), St. Leonard's (1511) and St. Mary's (1538).
Following an impressive expansion, tension
with church reformers resulted in the destruction of numerous
St. Andrews churches, but the college buildings were spared.
In 1747, St. Salvator's and St. Leonard's Colleges united
to form the United College.
In response to a drop in enrolment
during the 1800s, the University paired up with a new academic
centre in Dundee. Together, they gained notable achievements
in medical and applied sciences. The association of the
two schools ended in 1967 with the foundation of the separate
University of Dundee.
Nearly six centuries after its creation,
the oldest university in Scotland continues to uphold a
tradition of academic excellence that attracts scholars
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British Columbia's Sarah Gates (left) is
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of international repute and students from around the world.
Located in the picturesque medieval city of St. Andrews,
the university is home to more than six thousand students
and staff. Just 72 kilometres north of Edinburgh, St. Andrews
is steeped in ancient castle and cathedral walls, defined
by centuries old stone houses and home to the world’s first
golf course.
The University of St. Andrews boasts various
royals and celebrities among the school’s alumni, including
Prince William, many Scottish kings, scientist Edward Jenner,
the developer of the smallpox vaccine, and writer Fay Weldon.
The unique size of St. Andrews creates a sense of belonging
where students can enjoy the benefits of a comfortable social
and academic environment. In its continued pursuit of excellence
and fostering student achievement, St. Andrews was named
best university in Scotland by the Sunday Times University
Guide (September 2003).
For more information,
visit the
University of St. Andrews website.
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