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Postgraduate Virtual Open Day

Attend our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day on Thursday 12 March. Speak with our academics and current students, find out more about our range of programmes and life in Aberdeen. Register now.

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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.

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Together we Break Boundaries

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

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3rd in Scotland and Top 20 in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2026

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3rd in Scotland, Wales and N Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2025

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3rd in Scotland and 25th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025

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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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Historic commercial vehicles drive hope as Aberdeenshire motor club backs cancer research

Breast cancer research at the University of Aberdeen and NHS Grampian has received a boost thanks to the generosity and community spirit of a north-east vintage vehicle group.

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University research helps shape strengthened Just Transition Fund for the North East and Moray

Scottish Government announces significant reforms to Just Transition Fund.

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Since our foundation in 1495, the University of Aberdeen has celebrated many incredible milestones.

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