University of Aberdeen

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University celebrates global league table success

The University of Aberdeen's social and economic impact has seen it ranked 70th in the world and 18th in the UK in an influential league table.

First Mars water attempt relaunched on Japan mission

An attempt to create liquid water on Mars for the first time has been resurrected after it was confirmed that technology developed at the University of Aberdeen will be included in the next Japanese mission to Mars.

Sustainable

We understand and nurture our environment, take care of our people and look after our resources. We show leadership in working for the sustainable future of our planet.

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Inclusive

Our university is open to all. We welcome staff and students of all backgrounds, and connect with our communities and partners, locally, nationally and internationally.

Top 5

Ranked 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2022

Top 20

Ranked 13th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2023 and 19th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023

Top 200

Ranked 192nd in the the world in the Times Higher Education Ranking 2023

2021

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

Interdisciplinary

We innovate in education and research by generating, sharing and applying new kinds of knowledge. By working together, we will address five interdisciplinary challenges of our time.

International

We are a Scottish university that was founded with international connections. We are open to people and ideas from around the world, and extend our networks and partnerships globally.