University of Aberdeen
The University of Aberdeen is the third oldest university in Scotland and the fifth oldest university in the United Kingdom.
City
Aberdeen, Scotland
Training programs
Bachelor's degree, Master's degree
Age
from 17 years old
Tuition fees
from £4380 per year
University of Aberdeen
The University of Aberdeen is the third oldest university in Scotland and the fifth oldest in the United Kingdom. It was founded in 1495 as a regional education institution but over the centuries has developed into a leading university offering modern, multidisciplinary programmes of study, an inclusive environment and extensive international opportunities for its students.
The student body comprises over 14,000 students (representing over 130 nationalities).
The university offers leading undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in the arts and humanities, business, social sciences, law, engineering, geosciences, natural sciences, physical sciences and pharmacy.
The university has an excellent teaching staff. The university’s research activity is also impressive - 77% of projects are recognised as “world-leading” or “internationally excellent” according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.
The student body comprises over 14,000 students (representing over 130 nationalities).
The university offers leading undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in the arts and humanities, business, social sciences, law, engineering, geosciences, natural sciences, physical sciences and pharmacy.
The university has an excellent teaching staff. The university’s research activity is also impressive - 77% of projects are recognised as “world-leading” or “internationally excellent” according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.
Ratings and Awards
- 2nd in Scotland, Scotland and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction (The National Student Survey 2023);
- 12th place in the ranking of the best universities in the country (Guardian University Guide, 2024);
- 19th place in the ranking of the best universities in the country (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024);
- 192 place in the world in the Times Higher Education Ranking, 2023;
- Awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for research and teaching in the field of social studies.
Schools and institutes
Education at the University of Aberdeen is organised in 12 specialist schools:
- Biological sciences;
- Business school;
- Religions, history, philosophy and history of art;
- Pedagogical;
- Engineering;
- Sciences and Geo;
- Language, literature, music and visual culture;
- Law;
- Medicine, health sciences and nutrition;
- Natural and computer sciences;
- Psychology;
- Social science.
Study programmes at the University of Aberdeen
The university offers a wide range of preparatory courses, as well as undergraduate and graduate programs.
Undergraduate Foundation Programme
This programme will help you adapt to the Scottish education system while developing your language and subject knowledge. The course is equivalent to the first year of a Bachelor's degree and offers progression to the second year of study upon achieving the required grades (except for the LLB, which only offers entry into the first year).
Students can choose from the following specialisations:
Students can choose from the following specialisations:
- Business, economics, accounting and real estate.
- Humanities, law and social sciences.
- Natural sciences.
- Physical sciences and engineering.
International Year Two
The Second Year Programme allows you to start your career by completing a Foundation Year and Bachelor’s degree in just three years, if you have already achieved a higher level of academic achievement in your home country. The programme is designed to support international students whose academic achievements are above the level required for entry onto a Foundation Year.
Students can choose from two tracks:
Students can choose from two tracks:
- Business management and finance.
- Informatics.
Bachelor's degree programs for international students
- Accounting
- Animal behavior
- Anthropology
- Applied Sports Science
- Archeology
- History of Art
- Biochemistry
- Biological sciences
- Biology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Business management
- Celtic and Anglo-Saxon Studies
- Computer science
- Criminology and sociology
- Ecology
- Economy
- Engineering:
- Chemical engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical engineering and electronics
- Mechanical engineering
- Oil engineering
- English, English with Creative Writing, English and Scottish Literature
- Bachelor of Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Exercise and Health Sciences
- Cinema and visual culture
- Finance
- Genetics
- Bachelor of Geography
- Geology
- Bachelor of Earth Sciences
- Immunology
- Bachelor of Laws
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Molecular biology
- Neuroscience with psychology
- Physics
- Real estate
- Theology and religion
- Zoology and others.
Master's programs for international students
The University offers over 150 Master's degree programs:
- Master of Accounting and Finance;
- Master of Advanced Chemical Engineering;
- Master of Advanced Clinical Practice;
- Master of Advanced Energy Materials;
- Master of Analytical Chemistry;
- Master of Applied Medical Sciences;
- Master of Applied Marine and Fisheries Ecology;
- Master of Archaeology;
- Master of Science in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics and Biobusiness;
- Business Law and Sustainable Development with LLM Dissertation;
- Corporate Finance and Law LLM or MSc;
- Master of Cyber Security;
- Master of Data Science;
- Master of Energy Policy and Law;
- Master of Economics and Management of Finance and Investments;
- Master of Global Health and Management and many more.
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I do not promise you that you will study for free or you will have a scholarship - covering all tuition and accommodation, this is not my business, but I will help you choose the best option for your budget.
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