University of Dundee

Public research university in Dundee, Scotland

The University of Dundee is a public research university located in Dundee, Scotland. Founded in 1881, the university has grown to become a leading institution known for its research, teaching, and impact on society.

History

The University of Dundee was established in 1881 as University College, Dundee, a constituent college of the University of St Andrews. It became an independent university in 1967 following a Royal Charter. The university has since expanded its facilities and academic offerings, becoming a prominent center for education and research.

Campus

The main campus is located in the heart of Dundee, with additional facilities spread across the city. Notable buildings include the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, the Ewing Building, and the Old Medical School Dundee. The university's library, known as the UoD Library, is a key resource for students and staff.

Academics

The University of Dundee offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. It is particularly renowned for its courses in life sciences, medicine, dentistry, and art and design. The university is organized into several schools, each focusing on specific areas of study.

Research

Research at the University of Dundee is internationally recognized, with significant contributions in fields such as biomedicine, engineering, and environmental science. The university is home to several research centers and institutes, fostering innovation and collaboration.

Notable Alumni and Faculty

The university boasts a number of distinguished alumni and faculty, including:

• James Black (pharmacologist), Nobel Prize-winning pharmacologist.
• Ronald Coase, economist and Nobel laureate.
• Margaret Fairlie, the first female professor in Scotland.
• Bertie Charles Forbes, founder of Forbes magazine.
• Patrick Geddes, pioneering town planner and biologist.
• Robert Watson-Watt, inventor of radar.

Related pages

• Dundee
• University of St Andrews
• Higher education in Scotland

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  Coat of arms of the University of Dundee
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  University shield
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  Ellenbank building
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  University campus
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  Old Medical School
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  University library
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  College Green
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  University plaque
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  Sir Peter Ustinov
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  Stephen Fry
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  William Peterson
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  Scrymgeour building
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  Duncan of Jordanstone College
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  Ewing Building
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  Celebration of 10 years
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  Students' Union
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  University view
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  Hawkhill House
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  James Black
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  Ronald Coase
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  James Alfred Ewing
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  Margaret Fairlie
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  Bertie Charles Forbes
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  Patrick Geddes
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  George Robertson
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  Robert Watson-Watt