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
Improvements to the school clothing grant needed to safeguard Scottish children's right to education
Young people's right to education could be put at risk by rising school uniform costs and a postcode lottery when it comes to accessing financial support, Scottish Government policymakers will be told this week.
Her Majesty the Queen: A farewell from Scotland
A special service celebrating the life of Her Majesty the Queen and her connection to Scotland took place this afternoon.
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 5
Ranked 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2022
Top 20
Ranked 20th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2022 and 19th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023
Top 160
Ranked 158 in the the world in the Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
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.