UK's best university
St Andrews has been named the UK's top university in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027.
Find out why we're firstPostgraduate study at the top university
St Andrews is the top university in the UK and Scottish University of the Year in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027.
Join our postgraduate community and access world-leading research facilities and cutting-edge resources. Our taught Masters degrees and flexible online courses allow you to achieve your potential and advance your career.
Making Waves: The Campaign for St Andrews
Great universities never stand still. They must take the lead as society’s engines of innovation and change, and St Andrews needs to be at the forefront.
Making Waves: The Campaign for St Andrews aims to raise £300 million to achieve this ambition through a number of the key projects.
With your support, we can make waves and shape the future not only of our University, but of our world.
Featured news
Five University colleagues have been named among 48 new members of The Royal Society of Edinburgh Young Academy of Scotland.
Funding from the Medical Research Council will support St Andrews clinicians in NHS Fife.
Dame Anne Pringle was formally installed as Chancellor during a graduation ceremony in July 2026.
Events at St Andrews
The University of St Andrews hosts a vibrant mix of events, from academic lectures and research conferences to concerts, exhibitions and cultural festivals.
Whether engaging in discussions, celebrating traditions or enjoying live performances, there’s always something to experience.
Race Equality Charter award for St Andrews
The University has achieved an AdvanceHE Race Equality Charter (REC) Bronze Award in recognition of its work to improve the representation, progression and success of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people at St Andrews.
