The Unofficial Campus Orientation | University of Dundee Walking Tour
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- Опубліковано 15 чер 2024
- Join me for a wee wander round Dundee University campus & lets get orientated! Whether you're moving to Dundee soon, or you just fancy a nosey, it's my pleasure to show you the sights.
Dundee is a city on the East coast of Scotland, just an hour north of Edinburgh. It's well connected, but the city itself is very walkable and car friendly if you're wanting to bring your car to uni (i'll point out parking spots later on in the video). In the city of Dundee, there are two universities. University of Dundee (most famous for life sciences) and Abertay (most famous for video games).
I start this video down at the train station at the waterfront. The V&A design museum and the Discovery Antarctic expedition boat and then we head up towards campus. To set your bearings, the river Tay sits to the south, and the Law hill sits to the north. If you're ever lost on campus, first of all, use google maps or ask a friendly stranger, but failing that, north is usually uphill, and south is usually downhill. Easy peasy.
The Dundee Uni campus itself isn't too big. Maximum 10 minute walk between classes. I've added wee annotated google maps into the video to help you out. But you should be able to spot the campus on a map easy enough because its encircled by main roads. Perth Road, the high street, straight along the bottom; and Hawkhill, the dual-carriageway, curving round the north side. And yes, Hawkhill is a wee hill too. North side = uphill remember.
We walk round in a wee figure of eight, pointing out everywhere you'll need to know:
Intro 00:00
Train station 1:04
Waterfront 2:15
Shopping center 4:46
Onto Campus 6:25
Matriculation 6:45
Law School 7:30
Dental School 7:46
Life Sciences 8:05
Uni Health Services 9:38
Chatting to strangers 9:55
Health care in Scotland 11:18
Library 12:04
Free Shop 12:21
The Green 13:09
DUSA the Union 13:53
Banking 16:08
Belmont accommodation 16:34
Belmont Tower 17:40
ISE Campus Gym 18:45
Heathfield accommodation 20:17
Dalhousie 22:35
Grocery delivery 24:25
Lidl 25:04
Parker house 26:23
The Hub private accommodation 27:15
Avertical climbing wall 29:03
Senior/postgrad housing 29:32
Taxis 29:52
Worst place 30:39
Civil engineering 31:37
Free uni streaming 32:45
Job at uni 34:00
View of Tay River 34:47
Geddes quadrangle 35:50
The Lemmings 37:48
Seabraes accommodation 39:34
DJCAD Art School 42:25
Where students live 43:25
Community Fridge 43:40
Private rent cost 44:54
Renting must-haves 46:11
Westpark accommodation 46:56
I can only imagine the uncertainty and extra anxiety that coronavirus is causing to everyone moving to uni this year. It's not what you imagined, it's not what you signed up for, but hopefully you will have a wonderful undergrad or postgrad experience. I know nightclubs are closed, and house parties (over 15 people, max 3 households) are literally illegal right now (August 2020). So freshers week will not be as normal. Far from it. I could just give a hug to everyone who's not able to experience what they imagined (for now anyway). But there will be friends to make, and fun to have. Quarantine with flatmates might be the most thorough "get to know me session" one could imagine.
If anyone IS QUARANTINING, I've added some info that you may find useful. Groceries can be ordered to your door from groceries.ASDA.com. Choose a time slot (book early & you can amend your order until 10pm the day before). Also, the uni has a free streaming service learningonscreen.ac.uk/ondemand so you can watch everything that's ever played on UK TV. Worth a nosey for sure (quarantine or not).
If anyone is looking for COVID advice, the Scottish Government do a daily update at 12.15 (Monday-Friday) live on scotgov, or on the telly. Or you can have a look into the stats/guidance at gov.scot. A summary of the rules in Scotland right now (Aug 2020): FACTS
F- face coverings in busses/shops/indoors enclosed spaces are mandatory
A- Avoid crowded places... like the plague
C- clean your hands & hard surfaces regularly
T- Two meters distance from folk you don't live with
S- book a test if you have ANY symptoms (new continuous cough, fever, loss of or change in taste/smell)
There are multiple events that run yearly at UoD, like the zombie apocalypse charity day, Holi festival of colours, re-freshers week in January, Halloween, St Patricks day 17th March, the carpark rave (November ish?). Every so often the uni has alpaca petting days (summer time), guide dog petting days (exam time), bouncy castle assault courses /sumo wrestling, outdoor movie screenings. Student life is pretty sweet sometimes.
Anyway, enough of my rambling. Nobody reads the video description anyway. I truly hope you love student life in Dundee as much as I have. Safe travels here. Bring ear plugs, tupperware, a door wedge and bring your mask. Don't feed the seagulls. *inhale*. *exhale*. You got this.
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When I was heading to uni, the only way for me to find my way around was exploring with trial and error. There's not too much info out there about Dundee, so I hope this can help settle you in & find your feet.
This year there is so much uncertainty, and open days impossible for so many.
If you want to jump to specific accommodation:
Belmont 16:30
Heathfield 20:20
The Hub, Parker House & Campus (private student accommodation) 25:37
Seabraes 39:32
Westpark 47:00
Also, shout out to the free shop, you can pick up lots of second hand items (for the kitchen, clothes, bed sheets, clothes hangers for example). The students who are moving away just drop donations off and new students can pick items up, absolutely free! A truly wonderful scheme.
The community fridge is also wonderful local project 43:37. Shops donate their excess food and everyone is welcome to collect it for free! Checkout their daily haul on the Facebook page here:
m.facebook.com/groups/2583457858371350
thanks so much, really helpful. What accommodation would be the quietest?
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as someone with autism who is planning on going to dundee this coming September; this video is a life saver. i always worry and stress about campus and locations of things and this has really helped me! thank you!
So glad I could ease some of the stress about moving to Dundee. I know with open days being cancelled the options to settle in have been pretty limited. Hope you love Dundee & a huge welcome for when you arrive.
@@school6955 i am also applied in dundee for sep intake
I am from india
I'm an international student starting this September and I cant stress enough how useful this tour has been for me. This should be the official University of Dundee tour. Thank you ❤
same!! after watching this I feel like I could navigate the campus pretty easily even though I've never been there
keeping this as my official dundee map and guide!
Oh thats so fun! Lemme drop 2:50 here as a time code for the main map 🤖
I live in America, but went to Primary school in Dundee. I've gone down the rabbit hole looking at videos of Dundee, kind of having a nostalgic morning. I stumbled across this video, and watched the whole thing. Not only is it informational and lovely, your voice is so relaxing! You should make some money on the side making ASMR videos!!
Thanks Crista, that's very kind. I'm pleased you enjoyed it and I could share a wee bit of nostalgia!
I would like to appreciate that you took some much time to explore campus for us and being myself as an international student who is willing to join the university, this will be so useful for us to have a knowledge about campus. Thank you so much for your valuable time.
Thank you Santhosh, for the kind words! It's my pleasure to have shown you round 💙 I hope you love Dundee and have the best time with your studies!
Would like to suggest more videos as well little request from international students.
Absolutely! Let me know any specific topics or questions you'd like to cover.
@@EmmaSandy Hi,Absolutely fantastic and informative video,thanks a ton emma !Please I would like to suggest a video on private accommodation areas near university of dundee for post graduate international students who are coming in Jan 2021.
I was so hesitant on coming to Dundee this September, you don't understand how this video was so helpful especially with lockdown and travel restrictions. I'm certainly coming to study there!
That's lovely to hear Amira. So glad I could show you around and ease some of your hesitation.
As an international student new to Dundee, this video is helping me so much!! Thanks for your wonderful effort Emma!!
what an incredibly informative video!! you're so so lovely for doing this, thank you!
So happy it was useful! I can just remember the feeling before I started and I wanted to know EVERYTHING! Haha 😄
Thank you for making this video! The time and effort it must have taken is so appreciated. Thank you for all the tips you sprinkled throughout the video as well!
Thank you so much. That was a very informative video! How things have changed since my years at Queens College Dundee in the early 50's. The accommodation options in particular are much improved.
This is really informative. I just got a offer this week and this is helping me with my decision. Thanks.
Glad it was useful! Congrats on getting an offer and good luck making your decision 😊
I appreciate you doing this video, it's a great help and guide which will 100% be useful!
My kid has been accepted to two UK schools for a Master's and needs to decide soon which one to select - apart from the programs, instructors etc. she needs to weigh the campuses and towns themselves. Since we are unable to check out both campuses in person at the moment, as an international student, your video has helped tremendously - especially helped her mum! I've asked relatives and friends, and friends of friends so, in addition to your videos (not just this one), I know which place I am hoping she chooses! Thank you! I hope my kid has the opportunity to run into you sometime! Best of luck with your studies Emma!
Thank you Emma, awesome job you did
i’m moving to dundee uni in september and this was so useful thank you!! xx
how has your experience been so far? I am thinking of studying law there in September, would you recommend it? IT looks like a very quite place , with no many people around !
Truly appreciate this video and content given.. god bless... gratitude ♥️
Thank you for uploading this video! It´s really informative and gives you a feel of the city. I am considering doing a postgraduate in psychology at the University of Dundee next year..
thank you so much for this! i’m hoping to move to dundee in september so this has really helped.
Emma thanks for this University of Dundee Tour, I intend to enroll for a Master's Degree Program next year at UOD...Am more excited after Watching this beautiful Campus tour. Nice job 👍
Wowww. Looking to apply. It is a lovely video and your tour has actually put things in perspective for me, as an international student. Thanks a lot, Emma!
I went to Dundee for my undergraduate study last year. I didn't have too many opportunities to explore the campus and the city then because of the pandemic. It is really nice to have a tour around this wonderful city with your tour video. Cheers!
Glad I could show you around! Welcome back.
Hello Emma! Thank you for your video! I wish I found this video earlier. I am currently in Dundee to continue my postgraduate study, so this is really helpful.
Hello! Happy to hear it was useful for you Ima 😄
this is an amazing tour, thank you so much!
My pleasure 😄 glad you enjoyed it!
I had a brilliant time in my time at Dundee as as Irish student. The tutors really care as does the res staff. You'll bond very quickly with your classmates (I was M2018). And the placements allow you to experience other parts of the health system and localitiea away from Ninewells
Dundeen is a fairly rough town but when you're a student you arent exposed to much of the bad side.
Therres plenty of bus snd rail connections to Ed and Glas so you're never far away if you need a big city change of scenery
Oh wonderful tour. Rewind of my time in Dundee in 2012 during my 1st postgrsduatr degree. Hoping to return in January 2022 for my second postgraduate degree.
This is a brilliant video. Thank you!
Thanks Stanley!
Thank you for this video!!!
My pleasure, Najenaj 😄
Thank you so much for this! I’m going to Dundee in September and I have struggled to find substantial information about the area :))
Glad I could show you around! And a big welcome to Dundee in September 😄
Went to Dundee Uni back in 2006 and feeling a bit nostalgic! TBH the campus hasn't changed much or at all...hope the Union is still a happenening place. Some of my best years spent there!
I am about to submit my PhD thesis this year, but I am interested in the MDes comics and graphic novels course Dundee offers. Since I'm sort of changing my field and quitting my job, I'm a bit nervous. This video really calmed me down, thanks!
I'm heading to Dundee in the summer for Uni
I've been here before when I was studying in Glasgow, mostly to do touristy things. But this will be really helpful. Thanks Emma
Great to hear it was useful to you! Best wishes for moving.
@@EmmaSandy Hi, I've sent you an email regarding some info about Dundee Uni. Could you please take a look
This is very educative! Kindly educate us on available scholarships in dundee in your next video.
Very helpful 👍
Hi Emma, thank you for sharing. This was very self explanatory. I have offers from both Dundee and Hull and that's my dilemma right now. I really like Dundee because of this video but is still unable to arrive at a decision as an international student.
Congratulations on the offers! It's so tricky to get feel of a place without visiting it. Follow your gut. Good luck with making your decision.
I love how I’m watching this even though I’m going into year 2 in September since I’ve only been to campus once this year 😂
Haha! Love it.
Accepted the offer, Applying for visa . Lets see i hope this video will be useful for me very soon 🤍
Good video
I also got an offer letter from Dundee for this January intake for MSC Management course and thinking if I should go to the University xx
thanks for sharing, where did you grow up though, cuz you don't sound Scottish at all. Why you chose Dundee for your college in the first place? I got my master there in 2013, haven't been there since. A lot are recalled
Moving to UoD from NI next week, needed a wee primer ahaha
Good luck with the move & a warm welcome!
I’m planning on going to Dundee uni and this video is so so helpful!! Is Parker house just for Abertay students? x
Hey Ellie, it's not only for Abertay students, there's a mix! It's private halls but I think they have a contract with Abertay so it's their biggest place. I'd say it's mostly Abertay students. X
Great video. Very clear tour of the area. I only wish it would be that empty of people normally!
I wish you would have included a tour upto the mosque and maybe pointed any places you know which have halal food and groceries. If you have any details on those could you let us know please?
Also, not sure if I missed it but did you show us the medical school?
I recommend Al Noor (Blackness Road) to buy halal meat and groceries (a small shop, but order the meat on the phone). Also the Global shop (medium size shop), which is very near the Mosque. For takeaway halal food I recommend Madina Delights (peri peri chicken) and Rishis Indian.
@@EmmaSandy thanks for the information.
Hey there,
What are the best and most useful Apps for university students in the UK ?
Hope to hear from you soon .. thanks
Hey Emma, thank you for your great video! Would you recommend belmont/heathfield flat for international student? or is it more convenience to rent outside?
Hey, I would wholeheartedly recommend Belmont/Heathfield for international undergrads. It's incredibly convenient, feels safe, central to uni support and within the campus bubble. It's easy to make friends, and get your bearings on the city. Deposits/payments are handled well and the only down side I see is the cost. It is super expensive. However, if you can afford it, it has lots of benefits. If you're a post grad, Belmont/Heathfield might be overbearing. It does have a very young vibe, and despite there being postgrad-specific buildings, it can still feel a little cramped. If you still want the convenience, but need more prostgrad space, there are places at Seabraes/Westpark that do feel more mature.
Onto private rents, I'm a big fan, and there is LOTS of choice within walking distance of Uni. The rent costs are a lot lower. Many places can come with gardens, parking, views over the Tay river. There are some wonderful private student flats around. You will likely need to find flatmates, arrange internet contracts, heating bills and this can be overwhelming, but not impossible. The main crux to international students getting private lets is you often need a UK guarantor, or to be signing documents in person etc. So this can logistically be difficult if you're not in the country. Best of luck!
Thanks for sharing this Emma, I just got an interview for an MSc with the school of medicine! eek! Any tips? :D
Good luck! Research a little into who will be interviewing you or the senior staff in the school of medicine. If any specifics of their work excites you, talk about the work. Talk about them by name. That will come across well in the interview. It would be a good answer for the "why here?" question.
Try to tell a story when asked if you have X quality. Prepare some stock stories in advance, and adapt them to the question. Example question- my interviewer asked how I work under pressure. Answer- One day in the lab I was working on a 9 hour long lab experiment. I wanted to test the response of immune cells to different stimuli, over strict time courses. The fire alarm went off in the middle of my time point, throwing everything off. Some of my samples were left for 30 minutes instead of 5. But I was able to change my experiment slightly, look for different immune cells instead, and ask a different experimental question. The pressure of the fire alarm didn't ruin everything and I could adapt quickly under time pressure. This story could be adapted for many qualities (planning skills, flexibility, communication as I spoke with my supervisor to re-design the experiment). Stories are more compelling than statements. You got this!
My God, Grouchos was there 30 years ago when i studied there. And it is still there?
Hi Emma,
Iam planning to move on Jan. Could you help me advising on cost of living for family of four (2kids) such as day care, schooling and rental. Thanks
Hi Emma, thank you so much for this and your other videos, they have helped me a lot, I am looking for an University in Scotland and this is the one that I like the most. I am a single mom planning to study a postgraduate program there next year, do you know if the secondary school is nearby? Where would you recommend to live that is safe, cheap, with family atmosphere and close to campus?
Hi Miriam, I'm glad the videos have been useful. Harris Academy is the nearest secondary school and it has a good reputation and a new building. Blackness, Balgay areas are all great to live for Uni and also walking distance to Harris Academy. It depends on the building, but there are certainly lots of families around. The city centre and parks are walking distance too. All the best with the move!
You might already know, but you can look up the catchment area for schools. The postcode will tell you which school your kid can get a place at. Here is a map from Dundee City council.
dundeecity.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/lookup/index.html?appid=22213dd0961c45d5bb7857e6867a5473
I'm considering studying abroad here, and I wondering if you know anything about the international fees and also if you know anything about the physical therapy degree program? By the way, I loved the video! It really helped me get a better look at the university!
Hi Emma, I'm not sure about international fees, but I do know there are quite a few bursaries given out to international students (apply online I think) so it's worth keeping an eye on those! I don't know anyone on the physical therapy program, but you'll probably have placements up at the Ninewells hospital. It's a big hospital in the west end of the city (easy to reach by bus or a long walk) that has many placements and research labs. Thanks:) I'm glad the video was useful for you!!
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I'm currently in year 12 and doing A levels and you've really convinced me to study at Dundee! I was looking at info on the Hub and I don't mean any offence but why do people live in the uni halls for UG if private accommodation is cheaper? Is it more convenient to live in UoD's halls? And will it be more quiet in private accommodation? I also noticed that CRM also have another private property, Peterson Hall. From what I've seen in the pictures, it looks really nice, is it new?
Hi Ruby, congratulations on making a decision! I applied for halls and didn't really know about any other options. The UoD Belmont and Heathfield were right in the middle of campus, so that appealed to me. I think for convenience and noise levels, all student halls will be roughly the same, and it really depends on flatmates/neighbours. I think Peterson halls are new, I didn't know anyone who's lived there, but it is a nice studenty part of town. I picked halls over a private flat because it felt the easiest, and I had no experience with gas/electric/internet, and I didn't know anybody to live with. The uni made it really easy. Private halls are the same for ease/pairing flatmates, and cheaper. I've been in the Hub, and it feels very similar to Belmont & Heathfield UoD halls.
@@EmmaSandy I did some googling, and from UoD's Wikipedia website, apparently Peterson Hall used to be university accommodation but was last used as thus in 2007. It was "ear-marked for private development" so I assume CRM bought it and refurbished it.
Thanks E
Please I would like to know if the school offer scholarships for international students specifically Africans student Undergraduate
Do you know about the University of Dundee's engineering? I am interested in the University of Dundee's MSc in Industrial Engineering & Management. How do you view it in accordance with the jobs available in Dundee?
Odd question but is there a knitting shop near compass?
There is a knitting shop in town, a 15 minute walk away :)
Emma, do you by any chance know or have a clue which buildings students studying pharmacy will most often be in for attending their lectures? Thank you
Oh I'm not too sure! My best guess would be the MSI building, Carnelley and/or Dalhousie 🤔 ... maybe! Good luck with your studies.
Hello dear, what did you say was the best bank account to open for international student? Thanks for the tip on house haunting....the zoopla really helped me out.
Hello, I'd recommend Santander bank for international students. There is a branch in the city center. I have an international friend who found it easiest to open an account with Santander. Some banks need lots of paperwork, ID and in-person meetings to open an account. Santander seemed pretty smooth for my friend. Glad Zoopla has been helpful! Best of luck with everything.
Emma what was the 2 thing we should avoid while renting? ground floor and what ? Didn't get that and for private accommodation where do you suggest for student with family? Thank you.
The other thing was electric heating. Accommodation either comes with electric heating or gas central heating. I'd always prefer gas. It's cheaper, easier to control and quicker to heat a cold room. I think Magdalene and Blackness areas would be nice for a family if you want to be within walking distance. If you want to go a bit further out within the city and drive/bus in, Balgay and Menzeishill are good. Even further out of town and I'd say Invergowrie, Tayport, Newport and Monifieth are a good bet. All the best!
@@EmmaSandy Thank you so so much. You're a darling 😘
Where is the business building? x
Hi.. your video is so interesting... I would like to know about some accomodations options for someone who is coming with their husband or wife..
Hello, there are good private let flats in the west and south of campus that I would recommend. Look near Blackness Road, Blackness Avenue, and Perth Road (west of Blackness Avenue), Magdalen Yard Road, Winsor Street. Check out private lets on Zoopla, LettingWeb and S1Homes. Avoid letting agents with a bad reputation (Grant Property and Rockford Property). These areas are to get a quieter flat, access to garden that doesn't feel like 'student accommodation'.
@@EmmaSandy thank you so much for your reply.. also just wanted to know is there vacancies for my husband available or is hard to find a job.. appriciate your reply
As my application of admission is accepted by the university of Dundee. The university authority is very cooperative but i need some serious or major help or assistance to travel and grab this opportunity.
What would you say is the best way to find accommodation in Dundee? And do you know if Dundee is good for Vegans?
For postgrad accommodation, I'd search on Zoopla.co.uk (lots of agency lets) or citylets.co.uk (lots of private lets). Personally I would avoid renting Rockford properties. Yep Dundee is good for vegans. Food shopping check out 'The little green larder' or 'Fraser's fruit & veg' (they do delivery boxes). For eating out, check out Pacamara, Mozza, Tartan cafe (drinks for sure, haven't noticed food), and Parlour cafe (top top top of my list).
@@EmmaSandy WOW! Thanx for the info..😊
Hy Emma, my name is Anie from Kenya.....just want to ask about transportation from Edinburgh to Dundee. The cheapest means of transport.
Hi Anie, the cheapest route is by bus/tram then changing to train. You can go onto thetrainline.com to book travel in advance. Travel will currently require 1 change. There are multiple possible routes. It's about £25 one adult journey.
There is also a direct bus (X90), but this is suspended due to covid& low numbers travelling right now. It is also usually around £25.
A direct taxi is probably £80-£120 just so you know the prices.
@@EmmaSandy thanks gal, you are really helpful....will ask you something else if in need thanks and when in Dundee I'm sure you can be of big help....thanks gal
Where is the engineering building?
Its the Fulton building, the main door is diagonally across from the library entrance.
i just got an offer and i'm so scared cuz idk anyone going there TvT
i got an offer yesterday too! and i don’t know anyone either
@@ananyabhatt5565 I got an offer last two days AAAAaaaa for undergrad wbu?
@@nurulistic i got for undergrad too! for Bsc in Computing Science :)
@@ananyabhatt5565 ahhh mine is Bsc in Biomedical Science:))
Hi! Do you have instagram? I would like to know some information about UoD.
My twitter is @EmmaIsSandy and I'm open to answering more questions
@@EmmaSandy I don't have this app:( How long did you wait for a response from the University after the interview?