Education

The St Andrews approach to learning and teaching is a mix of traditional and new. We help develop essential knowledge and theories while providing opportunities to advance practical uses for the skills students acquire.

Staff Students

Dual mode teaching and learning

The University's approach to teaching and learning has changed in response to the pandemic. Find out about how changes in teaching will affect students and staff on this site.

More general information and guidance about the coronavirus can be found on the coronavirus web pages.

Academic contacts

A collection of contacts across Schools, including Directors of Teaching, Heads of Schools and more.
Academic monitoring

The University regularly reviews its academic offering through a range of internal and external review processes.
Committees and groups

The governing bodies which influence University policy and ensure teaching standards are being met.
Education blog

Blog posts from educators and Schools about best teaching practice, case studies, and experiences.
Education Updates

The latest Education Updates including emails containing key information that have been sent out from the Proctor's Office.
Exams and assessment

Information and guidance about results reporting, exams, and assessment.
Funding and awards

Funding and awards available to staff in recognition of excellence in learning and teaching.
Academic strategies and policies

Find out about the education strategies, policies and supporting documentation which help deliver world-leading teaching.
Teaching

A collection of resources and information to support teaching at St Andrews.
Timetabling and room booking

View the web timetable, find out about timetable preparation, and book rooms.
Vertically Integrated Projects

An ongoing research project led by an academic supervisor and made up of a team of students from any level of study.

Dual mode learning

The University has adapted teaching practices and facilities in response to the new circumstances imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Exams

Find out about your timetable and online exam updates.
Library resources

A collection of digital resources to support remote study.
Online learning

Information for students to help you study from home.
Software, hardware and connectivity requirements

Outlines requirements for remote learning.
Student handbook

Advice and support, policies and procedures, changes in circumstances, and other useful information for students.
Training and mentoring

Information and support to help students throughout their studies. Includes mentoring, study skills and online resources.
Vertically Integrated Projects

Earn credits and receive a grade for an ongoing research project led by an academic supervisor.
Enterprise and entrepreneurship

Develop skills to generate ideas which can lead to venture creation.
Learning for sustainability

View the sustainability curriculum for each School and discover modules involving sustainability.