Undergraduate
At the University of Aberdeen we offer a flexible and individual approach to your studies.
Postgraduate Taught
Ranked in the top 160 universities in the world (THE World Rankings 2022), we offer a wide range of postgraduate programmes.
Postgraduate Research
Awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2021 for soil science and in 2017 for health services research.
Online Learning
Explore our online degrees and short courses. Made to fit around full-time work.
News
Breast Cancer Now Tissue Bank celebrates 10 years of ground-breaking global research
Scottish scientists at the UK's largest breast cancer tissue bank are celebrating the remarkable advances it has enabled in breast cancer research during its first decade.
Key blood clotting protein could be 'warning light' for severe COVID cases
A protein that could be an early indicator of severe COVID-19 has been identified and described by scientists at the University of Aberdeen.
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.
Events
Virtual Events and Meetings
If you're interested in studying with us, speak to University of Aberdeen staff and current students at our virtual events and meetings.
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 20
Ranked 20th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022
Top 160
Ranked 158th in the world in the Times Higher Education Ranking 2022.
Top 5
Ranked 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2022)
2021
Awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2021 for Soil Science and in 2017 for Health Services research.
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.