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Study finds teaching satisfaction levels increased during the pandemic, despite lockdown and remote learning.
The Public Meeting has been rescheduled for Saturday 24 April out of respect for the funeral of HRH Prince Philip.
The Principal has written to all staff and students following the announcement of the death of HRH The Prince Philip.
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St Andrews top in the UK for student academic experience
Top in the UK for student academic experience in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2020.
Equality and diversity
The University of St Andrews is committed to advancing gender equality representation, progression and success in higher education and research.
Best in Scotland and second in the UK
The University of St Andrews has once again been ranked the best university in Scotland and second in the UK behind Oxford, according to the Guardian University Guide 2021.
