So what is STEM?
STEM is the collective of subjects covering science, technology, engineering, and maths. Find out in more detail what that means in our video.
Interested in STEM?
Are you passionate about climate change? Are you curious to discover ground-breaking medicines? Perhaps you're good at maths and want to make and break codes? Studying STEM could be the best pathway for you!
STEM is the collective of subjects covering science, technology, engineering, and maths. It’s estimated that in the next decade over 75% of careers will involve STEM-related skills, so studying a STEM course could open doors to an expansive range of job and career opportunities. Here at the University of Aberdeen we offer a range of STEM-related courses and degrees, and with our cutting-edge facilities and world class team of academics we can give you access to some of the best STEM teaching and research in Scotland.
Why study STEM?
Explore the reasons why studying a STEM degree at the University of Aberdeen could be the right choice for you.
NEW Science Teaching Hub now open
Our purpose-built Science Teaching Hub provides STEM students with advanced analytical tools, flexible lab spaces and access to research grade equipment in a digitally focussed, paperless environment.
Our 2022 rankings
We've been ranked in the Top 20 of 2 major UK league tables. So what makes a Top 20 university? View our video to find out more about our recent accolades.
Hear from our current students
Discover what our current students enjoy the most about studying STEM at Aberdeen. Click here to read more!
Amy Morris
"The excellent teaching and research facilities have really enhanced my time here. The opportunity to work with industry-standard equipment in labs has provided me with valuable experience."
Umama Bendaoud
"The professors at the University of Aberdeen have made my degree not only enjoyable but full of support and opportunities. The lecturers in the Engineering school care about their students."
Ollie Slater
"Studying Marine Biology has given me so many skills that have set me up for my future career. The engaging labs and lectures have opened my eyes to so many new areas of research."
Where can a STEM degree from Aberdeen take you?
Find out why a few of our alumni chose Aberdeen and where their STEM degrees have taken them since graduating.
Study here
Discover more about the subjects we offer and how to apply to study with us.