Societies

Encountering anthropology outside of the classroom.

The Student Archaeology Society is a group for anyone and everyone who is passionate about archaeology!

If you love to learn about space, or just stare at the stars in awe, we're the society for you!

Salve! Got a growing interest in Classics, Classical Studies, Classical Archaeology or Ancient History? We’re the society for you!

We run events for everyone interested in biology including pub quizzes, lectures, films and socials!

The British Medical Association Society of St Andrews is your official local university branch of the trade union and professional association for medical students and doctors throughout the UK.

Established in 1915, the Bute Medical Society is one of St Andrews' oldest, largest and most active student societies.

We welcome undergraduates, postgraduates, and staff to a variety of fun and exciting events throughout the year.

We exist to provide a social group and support network for people interested in computers.

The University of St Andrews Consulting Society is a student-led organisation dedicated to educating and inspiring its members about management, strategy and technology consulting.

The economics society is a one stop shop for all your economics needs and wants. From career talks to speakers events, we have something for you. So come join one of St Andrews' best societies!

Workshops, competitions, industry talks, and more for students of all backgrounds looking to get into engineering or aerospace.

The Foreign Affairs Society is the official association for the school of International Relations!

Fun social and academic events that provide you with opportunities to meet other geographers.

A great way to meet students in different year groups, from environmental scientists to geologists.

The oldest and largest arts academic society. Our events give a voice to History students and allow them to engage with the world of academia.

The largest student-run investment fund in St Andrews.

A platform for all students to discover more about US and UK law, directly from international commercial firms and top US law schools.

Aiming to promote the importance of General Practice within the medical community.

The Management Society

Connecting as many students as possible, from all backgrounds, with the oceans that surround us.

SUMS is the best way for you to indulge in a little bit of maths and make some friends along the way.

Furthering interest in neuroscience, both academic and casually. We welcome members from all backgrounds, with any level of Neural knowledge.

We are a branch of a national organisation promoting the need for greater nutrition and lifestyle medicine education. Join us for good food, sunrise swims and fascinating speakers! Open to all :)

The Philosophy Society hosts weekly talks from leading academic philosophers, as well as discussion groups and social events throughout the year.

Promoting the understanding and enjoyment of physics.

Bringing together, entertaining, and supporting all those interested in Psychology and Neuroscience.

A society for everyone interested in Machine Learning at the University of St Andrews and beyond! We host projects, talks, mini-conferences, competitions, and workshops!

Offering students surgical workshops, talks, and our yearly National Conference.

Learn about Sustainable Development and join discussions about inclusive solutions to global issues and meet people from all fields! You do not have to be taking the subject to join.

Supporting and encouraging women in technology.

Our primary aim is to raise as much money as we possibly can for our three student nominated charities.

Welcome to the University of St Andrews Union Debating Society: the oldest – and some might say the finest – of its kind, founded in 1794.

Whether its pixels or paper, the Design Team is here to be the creative force working with the St Andrews community.

Make events happen.

Are you into theatre, comedy, musicals or any other performing arts? Want to show off your talents either on the stage or in the wings, or just see some fantastic shows? Welcome to Mermaids!

Music Fund is dedicated to fostering the music scene in St Andrews, whether it be through organising gigs, providing funding for aspiring musicians, or working with other societies. Come jam with us!

On The Rocks Festival is an entirely student-run arts festival incorporating art, photography, film, theatre, dance, fashion, music, and comedy.

We support the many and diverse societies of the Students' Association. The committee consists of 15 members who work to manage the administration for 150+ societies. throughout the year.

We assign volunteers, mainly from the student body of the University, to local projects in and around St Andrews.

STAR is the one and only student radio station in St Andrews. We broadcast online with live shows running from morning to midnight.

Competitive and Social Ballroom and Latin Dance

We are a group of students dedicated to promoting beekeeping, bee conservation and the appreciation of all things bee!

Birding Society is a student- and staff-led initiative encouraging the appreciation and study of local bird species.

Book club is a welcoming and diverse society for anyone with an interest in reading.

We're the hillwalking club. We go hiking in the Scottish Highlands every other week. You should join us!

Welcome to the Chess Society!

Weekly group dog walks and cuddling sessions with local dogs! Everyone welcome:)

We meet up regularly to knit together in coffee shops and have other social events with and without our knitting! Crocheters also welcome.

Weekly poker tournaments.

The go-to society for pool and cue sports.

Salsa and Bachata dance.

Medieval re-enactment society: home of fighting, feasts, and fun.

An inclusive community for swing dancers of all levels, with weekly classes, practice sessions, and socials.

Community yoga program for St Andrews students, running weekly yoga and meditation classes, plus workshops and events.

The a cappella scene in St Andrews is massive! We represent six amazing groups that you can be a part of. We provide support to these groups in performances across town and even across the country.

As the University does not offer courses in fine arts, we the students step in to bridge that gap.

We are dedicated to promoting and nourishing all comedic talent in St Andrews.

We get together weekly to watch films and socialise. Join us at a screening or pub night!

We provide opportunities for students to learn new skills and refine their techniques in the art of filmmaking.

Dedicated to playing and promoting folk and traditional music in and around St Andrews.

Do you love the performing arts? Imagine the halfway point between musical theatre and opera and you've got the idea!

We are Inklight, the Creative Writing Society! We welcome poets, prose writers, scriptwriters, and anything in between.

Jazz and jams.

Auditioned student-led choir that sings unaccompanied repertoire ranging from 16th century to contemporary choral works.

One of the University’s oldest and largest societies, providing six student-run ensembles, regular concerts and social events.

MusT (formerly Just So) is St Andrews' musical theatre society!

Photography for all, no matter your ability.

Student human rights magazine.

Welcome to the RockSoc family! It’s great to have you here :)

Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognised human rights to be respected and protected for everyone.

We publicise and facilitate on-campus blood donation drives in collaboration with the NHS.

A group focused on using evidence and reason to do the most good possible.

Enactus is an international entrepreneurial club in which teams design and implement social enterprises to help specified beneficiaries. The St. Andrews branch currently operates 4 social enterprises.

Supporting Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF/Doctors Without Borders), who provide medical aid where it's needed most.

Charitable society working closely with the local Fife branch of Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Raising awareness and funds for Anthony Nolan, a charity which aims to match people around the country to those who require bone marrow transplants.

Our mission is to eradicate extreme poverty, by asking students to give 1% of their post-graduation income to charity.

Our society began as a response to the plight of refugees and migrants in the UK and across Europe.

Providing accessible and inclusive sex education to local schools and youth groups.

Tackling local and global health inequalities through education, advocacy, and community social action.

Volunteer society promoting health education to primary kids.

Fundraising for Unicef and raising awareness about the causes and efforts that Unicef supports internationally.

Supporting and fundraising for Women for Women International through social and collaborative events.

We share African and Caribbean cultures with our community through social, academic, and charitable events.

The University's oldest society, promoting Scottish Culture through Scottish Country Dance and Scottish Gaelic Language Classes.

Integrating Chinese Culture into a delightful student life in St. Andrews. Providing culinary experiences, leisurely events, and sporting activities for all.

We aim to enrich Chinese students' academic and cultural life in St Andrews and to bridge cultural exchange between Chinese and international communities.

We aim to connect people and organise fun events to promote our culture.

Connecting Filipinos and sharing the culture with anyone interested.

Our aim is to promote and share with you the language, arts, literature, theatre, cuisine, and culture of France with regular events throughout the year.

Stammtische, Christmas Markets, World Cup Matches, Oktoberfest, Beer & more!

Fancy ouzo, Greek dancing, and having a good time, then this society is the perfect fit for you. We bring the Greek culture and life to you like Greeks do best!

Connecting the St Andrews community with Hong Kong's culture and history.

Promoting the culture of both Ireland and Northern Ireland, and helping to connect Irish students.

Promoting Italian culture, language, and food.

Looking to learn more about or re-experience Japanese culture, but don't know where to start? Then you're at the right place!

Representing K-pop, food, and language of Korea.

We deliver the Malaysian experience to our members by doing our best to showcase Malaysian hospitality within St Andrews

We are the Middle Eastern & North African Society! Here to celebrate the culture of the MENA Region through food, music and more!

A movement led by passionate, international students! We host language and intercultural exchanges, and events aimed at fostering intercultural connection! Our mission is to unite a divided world.

Connecting students from the North of England and promoting the region's culture.

Promoting Polish culture and bringing together those interested in Poland.

Dedicated to promoting and celebrating Russian culture, history, music, and cuisine in Fife.

Congregation of people with even the slightest bit of Singaporean in their blood.

We host cultural, social and political events for anyone interested in South Africa!

The University of St Andrews Swiss Society welcomes Swiss nationals, people who lived in Switzerland and everyone else interested in exploring Swiss culture!

Sharing Thai Culture, Food and Language with all of those who are interested!

Connecting people who are Welsh, Welsh adjacent or even Welsh curious for the chance to experience the Welsh and to chat in English and Welsh about said Welsh.

We are open to all students in the university interested in learning about Catholicism!

We exist to give every student the opportunity to hear and respond to the good news of Jesus Christ.

STAMSA meets regularly for prayer and social events, and is committed to charitable fundraising throughout the academic year.

At DICE we do everything tabletop - roleplaying games, card games, board games and wargames. We provide a safe and welcoming space to play as well as having a large collection of games to try out!

We are a friendly, welcoming society that holds a range of Disney-themed events.

We are a friendly society who get together every second week to watch a few episodes of Doctor Who.

Ribbit! Hop on over to a safe space of frog filled fun ranging from froggy conservation to Kermit the Frog listening parties. We're also the Best New Society 2020/21! <3

We are an active society, meeting regularly to both play and discuss a variety of video games, some non-gaming specific events, and competitive gaming in university esports leagues.

We are a society based around the enjoyment of anime and related media.

For the appreciation of Harry Potter and the sport of quidditch.

The result of limitless enthusiasm and appreciation of all things not quite of this world, this society brings students together to share their interests and passions, enjoy!

Soirée, formerly known as High Society, stands for Saints Historical Appreciation & Period Experiences Society.

We love food and want everyone to experience the best cuisine St Andrews has to offer.

Gluten Free St Andrews is a student society to foster a community of gluten-free students to share delicious food, recipes, support, and experiences.

Showcasing the biggest Asian food and culture events in St Andrews.

Welcome to the Vegan & Vegetarian Society!

St Andrews University Conservative Association (STAUCA) is the social and political home of conservatism in St Andrews.

We help American citizens vote from abroad, host social and speaker events, and raise awareness of political issues.

Promoting feminist causes in St Andrews, nationally, and internationally.

Inclusive platform for formal discussions on political and social affairs in Hong Kong

We strive to encourage and share our Labour values throughout our university; to create a fairer and more socially just campus; to participate in, campaign for and shape the National Labour Party.

Debating and simulation society for any student to discuss topics from Brexit to Star Wars.

Student-run Think Tank aiming to facilitate change locally through objective, factual action research and discourse. Selected Member of Scotland's Future Series.

Pro-independence and pro-European society, hosting a variety of events regarding Scottish politics, culture, and history.

Affirming and celebrating the dignity of life from fertilisation to natural end through our three pillars of education, service and community.

Promoting civil society engagement in our community with the work of the UN.

We exist to help all students in private flats or halls of residence with any problems they might encounter during their time in St Andrews.

We connect our global alumni to St Andrews, and current students with alumni.

We exist to provide a strong community, adequate resources, and effective support to the BAME students at the University.

We are the primary point of contact at the Students' Association for local residents.

The Disabled Students’ Network is dedicated to representing disabled students and promote an understanding of disability and building a supportive community for disabled students.

Educom is here to represent student opinion on education issues. We are responsible for coordinating student representation within the University education structure.

The Environment Subcommittee exists to help students live more sustainably, engage with environmental projects, and to represent all students' views on sustainability issues within the University.

Our mission is to achieve the highest standards of equality so as to provide for a more open, safe, and accessible environment.

We are responsible for representing students who have entered University after a break from education or from a non traditional route.

We deal with postgraduate academic representation, wellbeing, and social event organisation.

We are dedicated to providing an open and safe environment for members of the LGBT+ community in St Andrews. Our subcommittee is inclusive of everyone, regardless of sexuality or gender identity.

We focus our efforts around mental health, sexual health, personal safety, and alcohol consumption, as well as Raisin Weekend, May Dip, and other University traditions.

Reducing feelings of loneliness by holding icebreakers and other events all year round, encouraging good times, good fun, and good friends.

For Divinity students, offering various college events, charity events, and our annual ball.