Are you looking to stand out from the crowd? Start your college journey with an unforgettable experience by spending your freshman year at the University of Aberdeen!
Located in a historic yet dynamic city in northern Scotland, Aberdeen offers world-class academics in a close-knit, internationally diverse community. With its stunning medieval campus, proximity to breath-taking coastlines, and easy access to the rest of Europe, Aberdeen is the perfect blend of tradition and adventure.
By studying here, you’ll gain a global perspective, develop independence, and stand out in future job markets—all while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t settle for ordinary—be bold, discover the extraordinary, and make Aberdeen your first step into the world!
A freshman semester or year abroad exposes you to new cultures, ideas, and ways of thinking, helping you develop a global perspective that will set you apart in an increasingly interconnected world. You’ll have the chance to explore iconic destinations, learn alongside international peers, and immerse yourself in a different way of life—all while earning credits toward your degree.
As a freshman abroad, you would have a wide variety of courses open to you to experience. It can be a flexible option for testing the water on a degree abroad; if you enjoy a freshman semester or year abroad there are pathways to transfer fully. If you’re happy with your short stay, an official academic transcript from an accredited institution makes it easy to transfer credits back to your home college and continue.
A freshman year abroad fosters independence, adaptability, and confidence, giving you skills which can positively influence the decisions you may make about the remainder of your college career! Starting your college experience abroad can put you on the map!
Entry Requirements
- For the Freshman Year Abroad, students must meet the same academic requirements as for undergraduate study. Please check our listing of academic requirements by country.
- We accept a range of official certificates and high school qualifications to evidence English language requirements, issued within two years prior to planned commencement at University of Aberdeen.
- Please note, students must be 18 years or older by the programme start date and should be willing to take on the excitement and challenge of living abroad in a new cultural context.
Application Deadlines
- Term 1/Fall Term/Full Year (September entry) - 15 May
- Term 2/Spring Term/Calendar Year (January entry) - 15 October
Tuition Cost:
- Semester: £10,400*
- Full year: £20,800*
*Check if you are eligible for our Aberdeen Global Scholarship, which is worth £3000 per semester!