Current and Upcoming Events

This series will be delivered by Professor Jeremy Begbie, the Thomas A. Langford Distinguished Research Professor of Theology at Duke Divinity School.

Come along on a tour of the main library to get to know your study space and make the most of the facilities and services.

This Teams session is designed for new PGT students, however all PGT students are welcome! It will cover the most important aspects of what you need to know to help you make the most of your PGT studies here at Aberdeen! We will cover approaches to study, how to engage...

Join us at the Arrivals & Wellbeing Hub to meet and connect with other students on the same journey as yourself. Friendly staff will also be on hand in this relaxed space to support you with any settling in questions you might have.

This live Teams session will cover reflective writing-based assignments. Reflective writing is somewhat different from academic writing and involves thinking more deeply about learning and development through reflecting on ‘practice’ or a particular experience. This is especially suitable for students in the School of Education, Medical-related courses, or anyone who...

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link. https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

On Tuesday 13 October, 5pm in MR051, the German Filmklub will be showing 'Pavement Butterfly' (dir. Richard Eichberg, 1929, Germany, 93 mins). It features Anna May Wong, the first Asian-American film star, in one of three films she made in Germany. Film screened with English subtitles. FREE. All welcome!

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

New to campus? Join us for a quick and helpful online introduction to your Library and IT Services to get your university journey off to the best start. This session will last approximately 30 minutes.

Target audience: PGRs Join Dr Chloe Alexander for an engaging discussion on developing confidence and momentum in your academic writing throughout your PhD journey. Drawing on her own experiences as a postgraduate researcher and the following career path as an Academic Skills Adviser, Chloe will reflect on the challenges and opportunities...

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

As a postgraduate student you are required to engage in, and express more clearly, your own ‘intellectual work’. What does that mean in practice and what does it have to do with being critical? This online session answers those questions.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

This live Teams session will cover the basics of report writing for assessments. Here, generic advice will be given on structure and headings, as well as plenty of advice and tips on what makes a good report. For students who want to be prepared, there is also a short video,...

Join Aberdeen Linking Lives at this Charity Spotlight event to learn how you can get involved in their befriending service, supporting older adults and individuals experiencing loneliness and social isolation.

Come along on a tour of the main library to get to know your study space and make the most of the facilities and services.

Are you using your study time as well as possible? This online session focuses on key techniques for really effective study, including tips for staying motivated and concentrated, as well as for remembering what you have learnt.

The Treasure Trove Team are back in Aberdeen! Book an appointment or come along on the day to hear a talk about Treasure Trove and to enjoy other archaeology-themed activities from the University Collections.

New to campus? Join us for a quick and helpful online introduction to your Library and IT Services to get your university journey off to the best start. This session will last approximately 30 minutes.

Come along on a tour of the main library to get to know your study space and make the most of the facilities and services.

Come along to this Charity Spotlight session to meet the team from Marie Curie, the UK's leading end of life and palliative care charity.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link. https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

North East Scotland College is hosting a day of cultural connection, workshops and discussion at its city centre campus. Working in partnership with the University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University (RGU), this year’s summit focuses on bringing together local artists, organisations and people working across the creative industries. The annual...

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Are you using your study time as well as possible? This online session focuses on key techniques for really effective study, including tips for staying motivated and concentrated, as well as for remembering what you have learnt.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

Join Johnston Carmichael for an informal drop-in session at the Sir Duncan Rice Library foyer, where you can speak directly with professionals from the firm.

Visit the Sereniti pop-up stand to learn more about the important work they do supporting children and young people with disabilities, as well as unpaid carers in the community.

What do good readers do? This online session shows you good strategies for getting the most from your reading. It covers how to read actively and how to keep a good record.

Start your day a little pick-me-up!

This live Teams session will cover what we mean by critical thinking and analysis: a key skill in order to achieve higher marks. This session will enable you to signpost your critical thinking and analysis skills throughout your assessments. There is also a short video, as well as other helpful...

Learn more about endometriosis, the support available through Endometriosis UK, and how you can get involved through volunteering and awareness raising. 26/10/2026, 12pm-2pm

Head along to this student class at Aberdeen Sports Village. You can also recharge after with 10% off in the café.

Get familiar with the gym at Aberdeen Sports Village. You can also recharge after with 10% off in the café.

The NHS Grampian vaccination team will be at our BeWell Fair Campus on Tuesday 27 October offering immunisation against against measles (MMR), meningitis (MenACWY) and HPV infection. These vaccines are free and will protect you and those around you from very serious illnesses. No appointment is required. Please remember to bring along...

Elphinstone Hall, Old Aberdeen Campus Looking for practical ways to improve your health and wellbeing? The Wellbeing Fair brings together expert advice, wellbeing resources and support services all in one place. Drop by and: Get a free health check, including blood pressure and BMI measurements Catch up on your MenACWY, MMR and HPV vaccinations...

This live Teams session will outline the preparatory stages in approaching an essay, such as: breaking down the question; researching reliable academic sources; considering how to integrate evidence and own argument. There will also be plenty of opportunities for you to ask any questions. Please note: This will be an...

To celebrate National Year of Reading, visit the pop-up from National Literacy Trust for inspiration on your next reading adventure.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link. https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

Get familiar with the gym at Aberdeen Sports Village. You can also recharge after with 10% off in the café.

Head to this weekly event for coffee, cake and an opportunity to meet fellow students in a social and relaxed space. Perfect for meeting those on a similar study path as yourself.

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Join us for the fourth annual Interdisciplinary Symposium.

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Do you know what resources exist that can support your development as a writer while at university? This online session is a quick tour through what is available, within the university and without.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

This live Teams session will cover they key aspects in planning, designing and delivering a presentation, whether it is group, individual, face-to-face or online. We will discuss content and in terms of slides and visual appeal but also communication skills to ensure you present in a clear and impactful way...

Giving blood saves lives. The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency. You can book an appointment by phoning 0345 90 90 999, or by visiting the ScotBlood website and searching for Aberdeen University as your donation location.

Suttie Centre, Foresterhill Campus Looking for practical ways to improve your health and wellbeing? The Wellbeing Fair brings together expert advice, wellbeing resources and support services all in one place. Drop by and: Get a free health check, including blood pressure and BMI measurement Access sexual health information, free products, and contraception advice Explore sustainable...

Come along to this Charity Spotlight session to meet the team from Aberdeen Arts Centre and learn more about their work and volunteering opportunities.

Join this weekly event for free toasties, hot drinks and social chats with students across the University.

Get familiar with the gym at Aberdeen Sports Village. You can also recharge after with 10% off in the café.

Join University Collections and the Department of Art History for a unique viewing experience that gives attendees a peek at a hidden territory that not many besides conservators, curators, and collectors ever see!

Join us for a fun evening of art, creativity and discovery!

Join the Student's Union for a welcoming evening with free food, friendly faces and an easy way to connect with others.

Experience African, Asian and Caribbean foods, celebrate culture, build connections and honour Black History Month. Everyone is welcome.

To celebrate National Year of Reading, visit the pop-up from National Literacy Trust for inspiration on your next reading adventure.

Join the Students' Union for a free pizza and board games session and take a break from the pressures of studying!

Get familiar with the gym at Aberdeen Sports Village. You can also recharge after with 10% off in the café.

This is live Teams session will explain exactly what we mean by ‘academic writing’ here at the University of Aberdeen! As part of this, we will also cover some key tips on grammar, punctuation and paragraphing, as well as discussing ways in which you can elevate your writing. Please note:...

Learn about the support available through MISS, a Scottish charity providing free and confidential support to anyone affected by pregnancy loss. 02/11/2026, 12pm-2pm

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link. https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

What do good readers do? This online session shows you good strategies for getting the most from your reading. It covers how to read actively and how to keep a good record.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

This live Teams session will discuss how to use your sources more effectively in terms of demonstrating your knowledge and meeting assessment criteria. Please have a think about any questions you may have on the topic in advance. Interaction and building up a community of learning with other students is...

Come along to this Charity Spotlight session with North East Sensory Services (NESS), a charity supporting people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted and deafblind across Aberdeen and surrounding areas.

This online session focuses on two key organisational elements of succeeding with ‘essay’-type assignments: 1) getting a clear research direction from careful analysis of the question/title, and 2) the ability to make a good scaffold (or essay plan) which enables effective paragraphing.

Workshop in the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy, open to all.

This session will focus on the various considerations involved in planning, approaching and structuring a literature review. This will focus on a literature review, not a systematic or scoping review, so this session will mainly be of benefit to students researching in the Arts and Humanities. A Teams link will be circulated...

Find out how you can volunteer as one of Santa's elves this festive season and gain valuable experience while supporting local families and communities. 09/11/2026, 12pm-2pm

The Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation is a youth drug and alcohol education charity delivering evidence-based harm reduction training and resources across Scotland and the UK.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link. https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

Have you been asked (or do you need) to review the existing literature on a topic? This online session looks at what reviewing the literature means. It identifies the critical questions you could be asking yourself while reading specific items of literature as well as some approaches to structuring a...

Come along to this Charity Spotlight session to meet the team from Clan Cancer Support and learn more about the important work they do supporting people affected by cancer across the north-east.

One-day CPD course developed for educators, primary and secondary school teachers.

All-day workshop in the art of Chinese brush painting.

Two-hour workshop in the art of Chinese brush painting.

Learn about LATNEM Peer Support, a perinatal mental health charity supporting mums and birthing people across Scotland, and discover opportunities to volunteer, support, and refer individuals to their services. 16/11/2026, 12pm-2pm

This session will outline the importance of thinking critically at doctoral level. We will discuss what it means to think critically about your PhD and consider the following: What are my aims? What will be my contribution to my field of research? Why should someone in my field wish to read...

Meet representatives from SLB and learn more about careers in engineering, the energy industry, and opportunities available to students and graduates.

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link. https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7