School of Art History No.1 in Guardian University Guide 2024

13 September 2023

The School of Art History is thrilled to announce its outstanding achievement in the latest Guardian University Guide, where it has once again secured the coveted top spot with a remarkable excellence rating of 100. This incredible feat follows our previous success in the 2023 Guide and underscores our commitment to providing exceptional education and support to our students.

This remarkable achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication and hard work of our staff and students, who continue to strive for excellence in all aspects of education. The School prides itself on fostering an environment where academic excellence and student satisfaction go hand in hand.

The rating is based on the National Student Survey (NSS) and the School received resounding praise from final-year students for satisfaction in key areas such as teaching quality, feedback, and student-to-staff ratio. This recognition highlights our commitment to providing a supportive and enriching learning experience for all of our students.

The University of Andrews has also earned the prestigious title of No.1 University in the Guardian University Guide for the second consecutive year. This remarkable achievement solidifies our institution's position as a leader in higher education. Furthermore, the University of Andrews has retained its top ranking in nine of the individual subject rankings, a testament to the exceptional quality of education across various disciplines.

Matt Hiely-Rayner, the compiler of the guide, remarked, "St Andrews has consolidated the lead it took last year and has even extended it." This recognition reflects the continued dedication of our faculty and the outstanding performance of our students.

Well done to all our staff and students.

For more information follow the links:

Stoxbridge? St Andrews tops Guardian UK university guide for second year | Universities | The Guardian

Best UK universities for history of art – league table | History of art | The Guardian