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St Andrews Summer Study

Source: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study-abroad/at-st-andrews/summer-study/ Parent: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study-abroad/

Experience a transformative summer at the University of St Andrews through our undergraduate-level Summer Study programme, where academic excellence meets rich cultural immersion.

Study for credit while fully experiencing the intellectual and cultural life of one of the UK’s most historic universities. Learn from expert academics, deepen your knowledge, develop critical thinking skills, and connect with a vibrant international community. Your learning extends beyond the classroom through immersive field trips, cultural experiences, and real-world case studies that bring your studies to life in Scotland’s unique environment.

Alongside all courses, the programme offers a variety of cultural, social, and extra-curricular activities throughout the summer, allowing you to experience Scotland’s heritage, cities, and landscapes. Whether it’s a pub quiz with your peers, a weekend day trip exploring other Scottish cities, or attending uniquely Scottish experiences such as the Highland Games—a lively festival of traditional music, dancing, and athletic competitions—you’ll get a real taste of local culture.

You’ll also have opportunities to explore St Andrews and the surrounding region independently, giving you the freedom to discover Scotland on your own terms.

Explore our courses and select the one that best fits your summer to experience a unique combination of learning, cultural immersion, adventure, and personal discovery at St Andrews.

St Andrews Summer Study provided a semester’s worth of experiences in just three weeks. Being immersed in real-life locations while learning was an increasingly rare, yet enriching opportunity. You won’t find this mix of academic experience and access to Scottish culture anywhere else.

Kate - Scotland's History: Kingdom, Nation, People

Read more from students who have shared their St Andrews Summer Study experiences on our blog!

Course dates: June - July 2026

2-week courses: Saturday 6 June - Saturday 20 June 2026

3-week courses: Saturday 6 June - Sunday 28 June 2026

4-week courses: Saturday 6 June - Saturday 4 July 2026

Course fees:

The course fees for 2026 entry are as follows: \ 2-week courses: £3,050\ 3-week courses: £4,250\ 4-week courses: £5,700

Course fees are inclusive of tuition, accommodation, meal plan, extra-curricular activities and more. See 'course fees' details below for the extensive list of what is included.

While course fees include university accommodation and a meal plan, we recognise that participants may have varying needs and preferences. If you do not require accommodation and meals, or have alternative arrangements, please contact us at shortcourses@st-andrews.ac.uk to discuss non-residential options.

2-week courses (6 June - 20 June 2026)

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Blue Carbon Science and Policy

Dive into the science and policy of Blue Carbon through hands-on fieldwork, lab analysis, and real-world data to uncover how coastal ecosystems combat climate change.

3-week courses (6 June - 28 June 2026)

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Scotland's History: Kingdom, Nation, People

Explore Scotland’s rich history and identity through immersive learning and real-world discovery that connect you with the places and people who shaped a nation.

4-week courses (6 June - 4 July 2026)

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Monastic Scotland: History and Archaeology

Experience medieval Scotland through archaeological excavation and discovery at Lindores Abbey, uncovering the sites, landscapes, and stories that shaped the past.

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