Based in the Royal Burgh of St Andrews, the home of golf and the oldest seat of learning in Scotland.
ISSOS at St Andrews is our idyllic summer school location in Scotland, where our students will stay in the world-renowned University of St Andrews.
ISSOS at St Andrews
The town of St Andrews is packed with history, tradition and culture and the golden beaches of this idyllic coastal location provide not only a unique and breathtaking backdrop but also a stimulating, exciting and, above all, safe environment for our students to spend their summer. St Andrews in Scotland is a fascinating town and is internationally renowned as the home of golf. Every year, thousands of golfers and tourists travel to St Andrews to visit the world-famous Old Course and Royal & Ancient Colf Club to experience and admire some of the most famous golf courses in the world. St Andrews is also home to Scotland's oldest and top university. Founded in 1412 the elegant, ivy-clad buildings and delightful quadrangles and gardens of the University of St Andrews have seen a procession of famous graduates, including John Knox, John Napier and, more recently, Prince William.
Accomodation at ISSOS St Andrews
ISSOS has exclusive use of St Salvator's halls of residence which is in a central but quiet location. The hall is conveniently situated near St Andrews Castle and the beach known as Castle Sands. It's also within easy reach of various arts buildings in the town centre, and a wide array of shops are just a minute's walk away.
The University of St Andrews
ISSOS St Andrews is based in the extensive and beautiful grounds of The University of St Andrews. Our students will stay in the stunning halls of residence, in an area exclusive to ISSOS, which will give them a safe and comfortable home during their time with us.
With its oak-panelled common rooms, expansive dining areas, beautiful libraries and private gardens
The classrooms are a stone's throw from the halls of residence and all activities are held close by. The halls of residence are located in the centre of St Andrews and with their oak-panelled common rooms, expansive dining areas and private gardens they are some of the University's most prestigious accommodation.