25 February 2008

Dundee a top destination for international students

The University of Dundee has been rated one of the best destinations for international students in a major new survey of British universities.

The International Student Barometer surveyed students at 84 institutions around the UK, taking their views on everything from teaching quality to accommodation and support services.

The results of the survey placed Dundee 11th for `overall satisfaction’ and in the top twenty for three of the four supporting satisfaction scores.

"We put in a lot of work not just in recruiting international students to come to Dundee but in making sure they get the best possible experience when they are here," said Nikki Duke, International Officer in Admissions and Student Recruitment at the University.

"Students from overseas enrich the cultural and social life of what is now a truly international university, and it is very rewarding for staff around the University to see the hard work they have put in attracting students to Dundee and making them feel at home here is paying off."

"We strive to make our international students feel welcome and at home in Scotland, while also delivering excellent teaching."

"The results of the International Student Barometer show that we are on the right track. With the additional investment we have made across the campus in accommodation - which in the survey is rated in the top 5 in the UK - learning and teaching facilities, the library and sports facilities, the University is becoming an ever more attractive destination for students from all around the world."

"We now offer an impressive suite of postgraduate courses which attract students from all over the world. It is also vital that students feel comfortable in the environment on the campus and in the city and the results of the survey show that they find it friendly and safe."

98% of the Dundee students who took part in the survey said they had 'Expert Lecturers' and 92% feel that Dundee is a 'Good Place to be'. 85% said that they would encourage/ recommend the University to others.

The strong performance in the International Student Barometer follows Dundee’s excellent showing in the Times Higher Education Awards 2007, where the University was named fourth best University in the UK in providing 'Outstanding Support for International Students'.

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University of Dundee
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