University of Aberdeen

UK Top 15

2nd in Scotland and Top 15 in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2025 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Satisfaction

2nd in Scotland, Wales and N Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2024

Sustainability

10th in the UK and 37th globally in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024

Award-Winning

Queen's Anniversary Prize for research and teaching in Soil Science in 2021

Enhance your employability

The new MySkills framework will help all students develop skills to complement their academic learning. 

News

'Concerning rise' in number of middle-aged adults dying in the UK not a 'pandemic hangover'

The rise in excess deaths reported since the end of the pandemic are not the result of a 'pandemic hangover' but instead part of a longer-term trend, according to new research from the University of Aberdeen.

Faster flowing glaciers could help predict nearby volcanic activity

Monitoring of glacial flow could provide early warning for dangerous and disruptive volcanic eruptions.

Leading the transition in Europe's Energy capital

We spark urgent conversations with experts from around the world and work across borders and disciplines to accelerate the transition to a better energy future.

Events