My name is Eilidh and I’m a Geography student entering into my fourth year. This academic year I undertook a six-month internship where I worked within the University’s Sustainability Team on an independent project. My internship took place from mid-November 2025 until the 1st of May 2026. My project was…
My name is Eilidh and I’m a Geography student entering into my fourth year. This academic year I undertook a six-month internship where I worked within the University’s Sustainability Team on an independent project. My internship took place from mid-November 2025 until the 1st of May 2026. My project was…
My name is Giang, and I am currently studying MSc International Business Management at the University of Aberdeen. From November 2025 to January 2026, I had the opportunity to work as a Marketing & Brand Visibility Intern with HR Hub Plus Limited through the ABDN Internships Programme.
As a GREAT…
Have you ever struggled to find an assessment brief or submission link? Have you ever been unsure about a deadline because it wasn’t clearly stated? Or did you find yourself confused because each course is structured completely differently? You’re definitely not alone.
I joined Centre for Academic Development in November…
Throughout my undergraduate studies at the University of Aberdeen, I had some awareness of accessible content, particularly as a student with ADHD and dyslexia.
However, I now realise that I did not fully understand how common accessibility issues are or how significantly they can affect all students.
Over the last…
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What is Digital Accessibility?Hopefully if you are reading this blog, you may have already had a quick look at our
Unlocking Inclusivity Webpage,
and so you’ll already know!
In a nutshell, digital accessibility ensures that digital content can be consumed by everyone, both…
As Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026 gets underway, the University's Neurodiversity Network is almost 2 years old. Since we set it up in 2024, the chairs & members have always wanted it to be a space where people could come together, share stories and advice, support each other when needed, and…
Endometriosis Awareness Week begins on 3 March, providing an important opportunity to highlight a chronic condition that affects around 1 in 10 women and people who menstruate.
Endometriosis occurs when cells similar to those in the lining of the womb (uterus) grow elsewhere in the body, often causing severe pain…
Ramadan is a special month of reflection, community, and spiritual growth - but it can also be a challenging period for staff and students who are balancing fasting with the demands of work and study. Whether it’s staying focused, finding suitable prayer spaces, or managing energy levels, a bit of…
While I am sure this is hard to believe, I grew up in the 1990s. It’s fair to say that, in hindsight, I really struggled with accepting that I was gay when I was young(er). Actually, I’m not sure that accepting is really the right word….
….When I was at…
