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Abertay University, based in Dundee, focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry partnerships, preparing students for successful careers. Known for its expertise in videogames and cybersecurity, Abertay also offers world-class degrees in fields like biomedical, forensic, sports and food sciences, as well as business, law, and engineering.

For the second year running, Abertay is Scotland's highest-ranked modern university for student satisfaction (NSS 2024). It is also recognised as Top International School for Games Design (Princeton Review 2024) and is the first in Scotland to be accredited by The Rookies, joining top global schools in design, gaming, and digital art.

Abertay recently launched cutting-edge lab spaces, including the Competitive Games Lab and Wacom Cintiq Lab, to support its Centre for Excellence in Computer Games Education. The university also earned recognition as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education, while its £18m cyberQuarter project bolsters research.

Abertay prides itself on its small size which fosters a more personal learning experience.

The award-winning computer games degrees offered by Abertay's Faculty of Design, Informatics and Business have been ranked among the best in Europe since 2015. The prestigious Princeton Review has also listed Abertay as the Top International School for Game Design (2024).

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Facts & Stats

Abertay is the Top Modern University for Student Satisfaction, for the second year in a row (NSS 2024)
The University is ranked as Top International School for Game Design (Princeton Review 2024)
Abertay is also the #1 Modern University for Research Intensity (CUG 2025)
The University is the first institution in Scotland to receive accreditation from The Rookies – a global authority on excellence in creative arts education
Grand Theft Auto was created by a former Abertay student, and the game originated in Dundee
Abertay has one of the largest Sony PlayStation teaching labs in the UK, outside of Sony itself
Many students have gone on to work for the biggest names in the games industry, including Rockstar Games, 4J Studios, Ubisoft, Rocksteady and Naughty Dog
Abertay University offers the best value degrees in the UK in terms of tuition fees, accommodation, travel and living expenses, topping the table for affordability (Go Compare)

Work focus

Abertay helps bridge the gap between university and industry, so its students enter the modern job market with confidence. Industry and the professions help design and accredit its degrees and create career relevant opportunities by way of work placements, guest lectures, work simulations, business game challenges and networking events. Abertay's students have plenty to include in their CV by the time they graduate.

Small and personal

The university’s small size is its strength, making for a more personal student experience. It’s easier to settle in and make friends with classmates and the lecturers get to know their students by name and spend quality time with them. The relationship between Abertay staff and students is a large part of what makes the university so special. It offers international students an immersive experience with plenty of locals in classes.

Innovative

In addition to being the first university in the world to offer a computer games degree, Abertay was also first to offer a degree in ethical hacking, as well as the first university in Scotland to offer a computer arts degree.

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