International College Dundee is run by Study Group on the University of Dundee's city campus. It prepares international students for degree study with foundation, first-year and pre-master's programmes. Students who meet the progression grades move straight into the University of Dundee. Classes are smaller than in the university, with extra English support.
Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom
Official website: dundee.ac.uk
University of Dundee
Study Group
University of Dundee city campus
£16,000 – £22,000
International students, pathway programmes
£11,000 – £14,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on dundee.ac.uk before you apply.
International Foundation Year (Business)
DiplomaDuration
9 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.0
International Foundation Year (Science and Engineering)
DiplomaDuration
9 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.0
International Year One (Business)
DiplomaDuration
9 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Pre-Master's Programme (Business)
Postgraduate CertificateDuration
6 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Direct progression into University of Dundee degrees.
Small classes with English language support.
Study on the university campus from day one.
Most students progress to University of Dundee degrees.
Dundee graduates can use the UK Graduate route visa if eligible.
Dundee's games and life sciences sectors offer local internships.
Undergrad
Main intake
Postgrad
Main intake
Undergrad
Main intake
Postgrad
Main intake
The campus is in the city centre, a short walk from the River Tay waterfront and the V&A Dundee museum.
Dundee is compact and affordable, with a strong games industry and a young population. Edinburgh is about 90 minutes by train.
CAS from University of Dundee
Proof of funds for fees and living costs
English test at B2 level or above
TB test certificate, if required
Immigration Health Surcharge payment
Valid passport with blank pages
ICD accepts applications on a rolling basis for each intake. Apply at least three months ahead for the CAS and visa.
Programmes start in September and January.
The Student route visa. Your CAS comes from University of Dundee after you meet your offer conditions and pay the deposit; the online application needs proof of funds, your English result and the health surcharge.
The foundation year in business, science and engineering, International Year One and the pre-master's are popular. Entry depends on school results and IELTS 5.0-5.5, lower than direct university entry.
Study Group offers some scholarships for ICD students. Check the Study Group website.
