Press release
University welcomes additional Scottish Government sustainability support for HE sector
The University of Dundee has welcomed the announcement from the Scottish Government that it is providing an additional £10 million to the Scottish Funding Council (SFC) in sustainability support.
Published on 14 March 2025

The Scottish Government said it was providing the funding to support higher education institutions such as the University of Dundee as they navigate current financial challenges.
Details of the funding announcement can be found on the Scottish Government website.
Professor Shane O’Neill, Interim Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Dundee, said, “We are extremely grateful to the Scottish Government and the Scottish Funding Council as the funding is vital in ensuring our ongoing sustainability.
“We will continue to work with the SFC and a wide range of partners towards ensuring a successful and resilient future for our University, which is vital to the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the city, our region and beyond.”