Aberdeen University
Overview
Established in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is one of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious universities, blending historic charm with modern innovation. Located in the vibrant city of Aberdeen, Scotland, the university serves a global community of over 14,000 students from 130 countries. Renowned for its research-intensive environment, Aberdeen contributes groundbreaking discoveries in areas such as energy, health, and technology.
Its diverse curriculum spans arts, sciences, engineering, business, and law, offering students a world-class education tailored to 21st-century challenges. The university’s iconic King’s College campus combines historic architecture with cutting-edge facilities like the Sir Duncan Rice Library and state-of-the-art labs. With a strong focus on sustainability and social responsibility, Aberdeen prepares students to excel academically while fostering a global perspective.
Services
The University of Aberdeen offers a comprehensive suite of support services to enhance the student experience. These include academic skills workshops, personal tutoring, mental health counselling, and career advice. International students benefit from pre-arrival guidance, visa assistance, and cultural orientation.
Aberdeen’s Student Hub provides a one-stop solution for administrative and personal support, ensuring students can access services efficiently. The university also hosts numerous student societies, encouraging a vibrant and inclusive campus life.
Rankings
Ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, Aberdeen is globally recognised for its research excellence. Its Law and Medicine programmes are particularly acclaimed, featuring prominently in national league tables.
- 15th in the Times University Guide 2025
- 12th in the Guardian University Guide 2025
- 236th in the QS World University Rankings 2025
- 201st-250th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
- The University of Aberdeen has maintained its position as fifth in Scotland for research power during the REF 2021, which covers 2014 to 2020.
- 5th in Scotland for Research Power
- 1st in the UK for Theology and Religious Studies
- 1st in Scotland and 8th in the UK for Public Health, Health Services and Primary Care
Courses Offered
With over 370 undergraduate and 150 postgraduate programmes, Aberdeen’s diverse offerings cover subjects like energy law, marine biology, artificial intelligence, and creative writing, meeting global academic and professional demands.
Course Name | Intake | Degree |
Accountancy | Sep 2025 | PhD |
Accountancy | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accountancy & Business Management | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accountancy and Economics | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accountancy and Finance | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accountancy and French | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accountancy and German | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accountancy and Legal Studies | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accountancy and Spanish & Latin American Studies | Sep 2025 | MA |
Accounting and Finance | Sep 2025 | MSc |
Advanced Chemical Engineering | Jan 2025 | MSc |
Scholarships Offered
The university provides various scholarships for domestic and international students, such as:
- Aberdeen Alumni Discount
- Aberdeen Global Scholarship (China)
- Aberdeen Global Scholarship (Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea & Taiwan)
- David Stewart Scholarship
- Aberdeen Global Scholarship (Undergraduate)
- Aberdeen Global Scholarship
- Undergraduate/PGDE South Asia Scholarship
- The Hamilton Scholarship for Medicine
- Aberdeen Global Scholarship (Africa)
- Aberdeen Global Scholarship (General)
Accommodation
The University of Aberdeen offers a range of on-campus and private housing options, ensuring a comfortable and secure living environment. Accommodation includes en-suite rooms, shared apartments, and self-catering flats, all within walking distance of campus facilities.
On-campus residences foster a supportive community where students can connect with peers from diverse backgrounds. For those seeking off-campus options, the university provides assistance in finding suitable housing in the city.
