The hotly contested prize was awarded to the Dundee team in recognition of its work in delivering exceptional entrepreneurship education to students and staff outside of the curriculum. The honour follows on from being named Innovative & Entrepreneurial University of the Year at the European Triple E Awards last September, and Outstanding Entrepreneurial University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards.

Dr David McBeth, Vice-Principal Enterprise & Economic Transformation, said: “This is another tremendous success for the University and further enhances our reputation as the leading higher education destination for budding entrepreneurs.

“This accolade is particularly significant as it specifically recognises the dedication and hard work of the team from our Centre for Entrepreneurship. For many years they have championed the entrepreneurial spirit throughout our campus, supporting and advising staff and students, helping them to turn business dreams into reality.

“The skills and knowledge of the team really help fulfil the personal ambitions of our entrepreneurs – across staff, students and alumni of the University. The Centre and its work is crucial in developing the pipeline of enterprise talent that is crucial to future of both the local and wider economy.”

Brian McNicoll, the University’s head of entrepreneurship, added: “To win a third prestigious award in under a year is not only a huge honour, but also proof beyond doubt that Dundee is outstanding at entrepreneurship.

“For a university of our size and location to achieve this repeatedly is nothing short of remarkable. This momentum has been built over a ten-year period, through the vision, passion and hard work of colleagues across the institution. It shows what can be achieved within a university when entrepreneurship is a key strategic pillar and we hope this provides inspiration to other universities who are embarking on a similar journey.”