Collaborative Partnerships

Learn more about how to partner with Abertay University, as well as the types of partnerships on offer.

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Collaborations with worldwide impact

Abertay University is committed to fostering dynamic partnerships—partnerships that align with our goal to offer diverse pathways to academic achievement.

Our partnerships extend across the globe, providing mutual benefits such as: 

  • Enhanced curriculum internationalisation

  • Joint research opportunities

  • Expanded academic experiences for both our students and our partners

We take pride in our strong collaborations with several exceptional international education partners. Through these teaching partnerships, we assist ambitious students by providing them with the necessary skills to succeed in our rapidly changing world and to make positive transformations. We uphold shared academic principles and guarantee a uniform student experience throughout our worldwide network.

Types of Partnership ⬇

Types of Partnership

See below for an overview of the types of partnership on offer: 

  • Franchise: As a partner, you would deliver Abertay-designed programmes, with students registered as part of our University community.

  • Validation: Partners would develop and deliver their own programmes and would be validated by Abertay to meet our high standards. 

  • Joint Delivery: Programmes co-developed and delivered, leading to awards recognised by both or all participating institutions.

  • Articulation: Students will study part of their qualification with a partner, then transfer to Abertay University for the other part.

Partner with Us ⬇

16

Abertay has 16 partners spread across 13 countries and over four continents.

1500+

Over 1500 students are studying for an Abertay award with one of our partners.

12

Students can study for Abertay degrees in 12 overseas countries.

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Approval Process

The partnership journey with Abertay starts with idea development, moving through strategic assessment to academic approval. We ensure a seamless process, adhering to rigorous quality standards at every stage, from initial idea to final approval and beyond.

Management of Partnerships

Post-approval, our partnerships thrive on robust management practices, including detailed procedures manuals, regular communications, and comprehensive support systems, ensuring the success and growth of every programme. In addition, each partner is given a dedicated Link Tutor, ensuring a single point of contact for enquiries.

Contact the Partnerships Office

Interested in partnering with Abertay? Reach out to our Partnerships Office to explore how we can create transformative educational experiences together: partnerships@abertay.ac.uk.

More to Explore

Explore our existing International Partnerships and courses, as well as our International and Partnerships strategy.

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International and UK Partnership Courses

Learn more about Abertay University's UK and in-country delivery partnerships and the courses available.

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International and Partnerships Strategy

Read about our ambitions to extend our international activity, in Dundee and overseas, as well as with partners in Scotland and the rest of the UK.

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Meet the Partnerships Team

Ms Claire MacEachen

Ms Claire MacEachen

International Recruitment and Partnerships Office | Dean of International and UK Partnerships

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Dr Cornelia Doerich-Stavridis

Dr Cornelia Doerich-Stavridis

International Recruitment and Partnerships Office | Head of Department

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Dr Kathy-Ann Fletcher

Dr Kathy-Ann Fletcher

International Recruitment and Partnerships Office | Lecturer

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Dr Gavin Hales

Dr Gavin Hales

International Recruitment and Partnerships Office | Lecturer

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Dr William Graham

Dr William Graham

International Recruitment and Partnerships Office | Faculty Head of Teaching Quality and Learning Enhancement

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