University of St. Andrews

　　圣安德鲁斯大学

　　St Andrews is Scotland's first university and the third oldest in the UK. Founded in 1413, it has been an international centre for academic excellence for almost 600 years. Today, its teaching and research place it high on the list of Britain’s elite universities. Situated in a beautiful, historic, old city by the sea, the university attracts students from all over the world who can study in a safe, peaceful environment. It offer a wide range of programmes, including foundation programmes especially designed to help international students make an easy transition into an English-speaking academic environment. The University has consistently high rankings for teaching and research quality, graduate employability and it enjoys very high retention rates. In addition to its libraries, laboratories and other teaching and learning spaces, it also provides students good facilities for sports, music and socializing.

　　The University offers an excellent student experience and was ranked 1st mainstream university in the UK in the 2009 national student survey. It is currently ranked 3rd in the UK by the Guardian, and 4th in the UK by the Times.