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Join us through Clearing

Clearing is open. Join us in September 2026 at the University of Aberdeen, where we have a number of degrees available.

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Register for our Undergraduate Open Day

Join us at our Undergraduate Open Days on Tuesday 25 August and Saturday 3 October to explore beautiful campus and learn more about our degrees. 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

UK Top 20

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

Satisfaction

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

Sustainability

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

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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.

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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News

University secures £5 million Leverhulme Doctoral Scholarship Programme

The University of Aberdeen has secured one of just 10 prestigious Leverhulme Centenary Doctoral Scholarship awards announced across the UK, receiving up to £5 million to establish a pioneering doctoral programme exploring social connectivity in later life.

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University researchers secure funding for three net zero projects

Three collaborative projects involving researchers from the University of Aberdeen have secured support through the latest Scotland Beyond Net Zero (SBNZ) Seed Fund, helping to advance innovative approaches to climate and sustainability challenges in Scotland.