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Aberdeen Global Scholarship

We are offering international students scholarships of £6,000 (per year) for eligible undergraduate programmes and £8,000 for eligible master's programmes starting in September 2025 or January 2026.

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Aberdeen rises in university ranking

The University of Aberdeen has achieved its highest ever UK position in one of the country's most prestigious university league tables

Together we Break Boundaries

Discover how our researchers are breaking boundaries – going beyond borders and disciplines to create impact for over 525 years

Second for Satisfaction

We have been voted second across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2024

UK Top 20

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

Undergraduate

At the University of Aberdeen we offer a flexible and individual approach to your studies.

Postgraduate Taught

A wide variety of research-led programmes taught by leaders in the field.

Postgraduate Research

Our research crosses disciplines to find solutions to the world's greatest challenges.

Online Learning

Fit your learning around your location, work and personal commitments.

Enhance your employability

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

Learn more about MySkills

News

Will the radiotherapy work? Effectiveness of radiotherapy in cancer treatment identified

Team identify predictors for radiotherapy success. This is the first time these markers have been identified and it could help patients avoid the side effects of likely ineffective treatment.

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Daisy hits the road after winning a place in music showcase

University of Aberdeen student Daisy MacCallum has been selected to showcase her music-making on a tour which launched the career of Lewis Capaldi.

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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.

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