University of Aberdeen

About

The University of Aberdeen, founded in 1495, is a globally recognized research-driven university committed to excellence in teaching and learning. 

Objectives

The University of Aberdeen's core objective is to be “open to all and dedicated to the pursuit of truth in the service of others,”

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• Business School
• School of Divinity, History, Philosophy and Art History
• School of Education
• School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture
• School of Law
• School of Social Science
• School of Biological Sciences
• School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
• School of Psychology
• School of Engineering
• School of Geosciences
• School of Natural and Computing Sciences. 

Reasons to Study at University of Aberdeen

1. Inclusive

   The University is fully committed to equality for all its staff and students. Their commitment to inclusion guides their education, their research, and the projects they deliver. 

2. Quality education

   The University of Aberdeen is ranked 4th in the UK and 2nd in Scotland for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2022). Researchers from the University of Aberdeen have been awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize five times and the world's first full-body MRI scanner was invented by an academic from the University. 

3. Experience student life

   The University of Aberdeen has a student population of around 15,000 with students from over 130 different countries, making it an excellent place to experience the best parts of being a student. 

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

Students applying for undergraduate degrees need to meet the specific entry requirements detailed on their selected course pages.

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

Students applying for postgraduate degrees need to meet the specific entry requirements detailed on their selected course pages.

Supporting Documents

• Official transcript
• Personal Statement
• Final official transcript or degree certificate
• Evidence of English language proficiency
• References
• Previous UK Study (PUK) (If you are an International Student who has previously undertaken or are currently undertaking any period or type of study in the UK)
• Visa Refusal (If you have previously submitted a UK visa application which was unsuccessful)

How To Apply For Admission

FOR UNDERGRADUATE: Applications for full-time undergraduate degree programmes at Aberdeen are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

FOR POSTGRADUATE: Applications are made through the Postgraduate Applicant Portal.

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  Lecture Hall

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  Sports /Fitness Centre

Explore the University of Aberdeen

Facilities

• Sports: The University has a host of world-class sporting facilities available to students, staff and the general public.
• Accommodation: University-managed accommodation is available on the Old Aberdeen campus and at the Hillhead Student Village, only a 15-minute walk away.
• Hospital: University of Aberdeen and NHS Grampian work closely together to create a friendly learning environment, ideal for their students and patients. With state-of-the-art facilities and a modern interior, a visit to the Institute of Dentistry and Hospital isn't all that bad.
• ICT: When they are not booked for teaching, computer classrooms are open for you to use.
• Place of Worship: The University of Aberdeen provide a multi-cultural and supportive environment, so whoever you are and wherever you come from, you will always be welcome. The services and resources of the Chaplaincy are available to all students and staff - we welcome those from all faiths and philosophies of life. 
• Cafeteria: The University of Aberdeen prides itself on delivering excellent catering and retail services for its staff and students. They operate a variety of outlets over both campuses where you can find refreshments.
   

Accreditations

EQUIS, ACCA, and CMI

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Dr Thereza Raquel Sales de Aguiar

  Senior Lecturer Dr de Aguiar received her PhD in Accounting from the University of St. Andrews. She is, currently, Senior Lecturer in Accountancy at the University of Aberdeen. Previously, she worked at the Universit... read more

  y of Glasgow and Herriot-Watt University as Lecturer in Accountancy. She also taught in an MSc on Carbon Management, which was a partnership between the University of Glasgow and Crichton Carbon Centre.
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  Dr Takahiko Kiso

  Senior Lecturer Takahiko Kiso is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Economics at the University of Aberdeen Business School. His primary research interests are in environmental, energy, and public economics. ... read more

  He holds a PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics from the University of Maryland, College Park; an MSc in Applied Mathematics from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; and both an MA and a BA in Economics from the University of Tokyo. 
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  Dr Titilayo Adebola

  Senior Lecturer Dr Titilayo Adebola is the Theme Coordinator for International Intellectual Property and Information Law and Director of the Centre for Commercial Law at the University of Aberdeen (UoA) School of Law... read more

  . She is an interdisciplinary scholar in international economic law and international intellectual property law with specialist interests in food, agriculture, environment, entertainment/creative industries, new/emerging technologies and health.
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  Dr Chike Emedosi

  Lecturer Chike joined the School of Law as a lecturer in April 2022, having previously worked as a teaching fellow. His research interests broadly lie in corporate finance law, banking regulation, and internat... read more

  ional tax law.
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  Dr Ines Biscaya Semedo Pereira da Graca

  Lecturer Dr Inês Graça is a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering in the School of Engineering, at the University of Aberdeen. She holds an MEng in Chemical Engineering from Instituto Superior Técnico (Portugal)... read more

  and a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Instituto Superior Técnico (Portugal) and the University of Poitiers (France).

Notable Alumni

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  Iain Glen Actor
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  Tessa Jowell Politician
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  Sinclair Ferguson Theologian
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  Nicol Stephen, Baron Stephen Politician

History

Founded in 1495 by William Elphinstone, Bishop of Aberdeen and Chancellor of Scotland, the University of Aberdeen is Scotland's third oldest and the UK's fifth oldest university. William Elphinstone established King's College to train doctors, teachers and clergy for the communities of northern Scotland, and lawyers and administrators to serve the Scottish Crown. Much of the King's College still remains today, as do the traditions which the Bishop began.