Although Abertay University was established in 1994, the Dundee Institute of Technology was founded in 1888, marking the beginning of the university's history. The Scottish Education Department acknowledged the institute in 1902 as a significant hub for education. In 1994, it was given university status and changed its name to Abertay Dundee University. 2014 saw a name change to Abertay University.
In 1997, Abertay University became the first college in the world to grant a degree in computer games. Since then, a variety of courses have been offered, although computer games and graphic design continue to receive a lot of attention. The university has collaborations in place for gaming with Perfect World Entertainment and the Communication University of China.
Located in the seaside city of Dundee, in eastern Scotland, the university is one of two public universities in the country. International students make up about 20% of the university's student body, with a combined representation of 60 nations. International students can enhance their English language proficiency by enrolling in English courses offered by the institution prior to, during, and after academic periods.
