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BA (International Honours) joint degree programme

About the programme

The William & Mary joint degree is offered in collaboration with the College of William & Mary in Virginia, USA. Students can study Classical Studies, Economics, English, Film Studies or the History or International Relations, spending two years in St Andrews and two years in the USA. The BA (International Honours) is a four-year undergraduate degree that combines the best of the Scottish and American educational experience. It will be jointly awarded by both institutions and, uniquely, will bear the insignia of both.

News and events

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If you are a first year at William & Mary who will be transitioning to St Andrews in September 2024, please refer to our BA Orientation Guide (PDF, 6,109 KB)

Celebrating the 10th year of Graduations from the St Andrews – William & Mary Joint Degree Programme

In 2024 the BA (International Honours) programme will graduate its tenth cohort of students. The tenth anniversary of the programme’s first graduations marks a significant milestone for this unique international programme and presents an opportunity to celebrate the partnership between William & Mary and St Andrews, the success of the programme, and the achievements of our alumni over the last ten years. A commemorative brochure (PDF, 11,257 KB) has been produced to highlight the success of our graduates over the past decade.

Advice and support

As a BA (International Honours) student, you have access to the same facilities and services that are available to other registered students of St Andrews.

The ASC is the primary information point for all St Andrews students, and you can pop in there with any questions or concerns.

In addition, the Global Office run Student Consultation Sessions during term time, which are designed to provide an extra resource for WaMStA students while in St Andrews.

If you have any questions or concerns about your studies, you can also email Registry or the Associate Dean Curriculum (Arts and Divinity).