About the University
Abertay University is a public university with an established reputation for working well across traditional research boundaries, as well as within new and emerging disciplines and sectors. With roots going back to 1888, Abertay has always responded to the needs of industry, supplying a pipeline of graduate talent to work, lead and innovate across a wide range of sectors.
Abertay is committed to high-quality research that delivers a real impact on society. From environmental research into sustainable businesses and food production to using computer games as creative and critical tools to understand the behaviours and structures that drive and influence individuals in the societies in which they exist, our researchers are solving complex real-world problems to fuel innovation-led growth and sustainable development.
An ambitious, forward-thinking institution, it offers degree programs to prepare students for careers in the modern world. With around 4500 students representing 60+ nationalities, we’re one of Scotland’s smallest university communities, it focuses on STEM subjects, business and social sciences, but it is perhaps best known for its world-class reputation in videogames education and cybersecurity.
The University places a strong focus on professional development. The games programs are designed to harness creativity through practical project work. ‘Thinking outside the textbook’ allows our students to choose their path, allowing them to apply knowledge to real-world environments. Videogames students benefit hugely from studio simulation and team-based development, ensuring confidence and a high level of ability upon graduation.
Abertay University has been awarded the “UK University of the Year for Teaching Quality” (Times 2021) and is a “UK top 10 institution for student satisfaction” (Guardian 2021 & NSS 2020). Additionally, they are ranked the #1 in Europe for video games education (Princeton Review) for the 7th consecutive year, having launched the world’s first computer games degrees, and the world’s first Ethical Hacking degree.
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University Rankings
#99th – The Complete University Guide, 2025
Top Three Scottish universities – National Student Survey 2023
Ranked as the TOP International School for Games Design by Princeton Review
About Westford University College
Westford University College, located in the UAE is a well-reputed transnational educational partner of leading international Universities, delivering quality education since 2008. The prestigious institution offers, flexible and affordable, postgraduate, undergraduate, doctorate, and vocational programs that carry significant value and credibility around the world.
Offering degrees and certifications from accredited universities and awarding bodies have enabled Westford to harbor a global community of students. The institution has enrolled over 10000+ students representing 130 nationalities. It provides 80+ courses in collaboration with 12+ accredited partners from the UK, Europe, the USA, and other countries. These courses are designed to help students accomplish their degrees and prepare them to be corporate-ready.
Westford University College, founded in 2009, is an international institution with campuses in Ireland, the UAE, and India. It partners with leading universities across the UK, Europe, and the US, offering a wide range of postgraduate, undergraduate, doctorate, and vocational programs. Through collaborations with over 12 educational bodies, Westford provides programs in business, management, arts, and technology, catering to evolving industry needs. Its diverse student body of over 30,000 individuals from more than 140 nationalities creates a vibrant learning environment that emphasizes critical thinking, experiential learning, and innovation.
