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UI Programs in Scotland
About Scotland
Scottish Educational System
 

Scotland

 

UI Approved Programs in Scotland
 

Language Requirements Key: 
 

Study in English:  Main program courses are offered in English.
All Levels:  Students with any level of the language can study at the school.
Intermediate:  Students must have at least 2 college semesters or equivalent.
Advanced:  Students must have at least 4 college semesters or equivalent.
Superior:  Students must have at least 6 college semesters or equivalent.

 

 
City University Program Language Reqs.
St. Andrews University of St. Andrews USAC  Study in English
Stirling University of Stirling USAC  Study in English (Summer Avail.)
Edinburgh Napier University ISEP Study in English
Edinburgh University of Edinburgh IFSA Study in English (Summer)
Glasgow University of Glasgow IFSA Study in English
Glasgow University of Strathclyde ISEP EuroLearn Study in English
St. Andrews University of St. Andrews IFSA Study in English
Stirling University of Stirling IFSA•  EuroLearn Study in English (Summer Avail.)
 

About Scotland

Scotland is one of the nations of the United Kingdom along with England, Northern Ireland and Wales. When looking at Scotland facts it would be important to recognize that the population of Scotland is just over 5 million people and the capital of Scotland is Edinburgh. However, Edinburgh is not the largest city in Scotland as it's population is surpassed by the city of Glasgow and it's 600,000 population.The flag of Scotland is known as the saltire or St.Andrews cross and other flags such as the yellow and red lion rampant are also associated with Scotland. Other Scottish emblems include the tartan which is often associated with the Scottish kilt dresswear and the flower of Scotland is also known as the thistle which is often worn at weddings or formal occasions. A famous Scotland fact is the home of golf is widely recognized as the famous St.Andrews old course which has hosted many British opens and other championship courses include the excellent Carnoustie and Royal Troon golf courses. But it is the sport of Football which is at the heart of Scottish culture and the Scottish football association have the honour of offering the oldest national trophy in the world every year which is the Scottish Cup and teams such as Celtic, Rangers and Aberdeen regularly compete in.


 


Scottish Educational System

Education in Scotland is a high standard with 14 universities including the University of St.Andrews which is one of the oldest in the world, founded in 1410 and recently welcomed Prince William as one of it's students. The patron saint of Scotland is St.Andrew and the 30th of November is recognized as St.Andrews day and the Scottish Parliament are hoping to make this a national bank holiday in Scotland.