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Why Aberdeen

Since 1495 knowledge seekers from across the globe have united in Aberdeen to dream up new innovations and ideas. Our ancient tradition of modern thinking has sparked many real-world solutions over the years, and now it’s your turn.

Our research-led teaching and supportive community has named us 4^th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (NSS 2022) and we’re consistently named in the Top 20 UK Universities (Guardian University Guide 2024 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024).

Accommodation

With a wide range of University accommodation a short walk from our main campus, you’re never far from home in Aberdeen. Our Hillhead Student Village boasts 24 hour social and study facilities but if you want to explore further afield, the city boasts an extensive range of student and private accommodation.

To support eligible Scottish students that fit the criteria (SIMD20), we are offering an opportunity to stay in our halls of residence for free for the first year of entry. Enter your postcode on the Our Degrees page to find out if you are eligible.

Top 5 for Student Satisfaction

Ranked 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2022) with student support services described as exceptional.

Affordable, safe living

Aberdeen named one of the safest and most affordable student cities in the UK, with the University voted 2nd for value for money (Complete University Guide 2022, StudentCrowd University Awards 2023).

Global impact

70th in the world and 18th in the UK for impact: assessed against the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, including 17th in the world for Peace and Justice (Times Higher Education Impact rankings 2023).

Future Employability

Inclusive and interdisciplinary approach to learning makes UoA graduates stand out to employers: proactively seeking candidates who can think beyond traditional siloes, disciplines and borders.