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Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate

The University of Aberdeen is delighted to offer self-funded international on-campus undergraduate students commencing their studies in academic year 2025/26 a £6,000 scholarship for every year of their programme (except Medicine).

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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

Start your studies in January

Join the University of Aberdeen in January, with a range of programmes, scholarships and accommodation available. Apply now.

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.

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News

Far from 'fussy eaters' - first neuroimaging study demonstrates significant changes in the brains of

A team led by the University of Aberdeen has identified structural brain differences in children who show symptoms of ARFID.

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Aberdeen expertise powers European project to drive forward energy transition technology

University researchers will join forces with academics from across Europe and leading renewable industry players to improve the performance, reliability and cost of components essential to a greener future.

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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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