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Postgraduate Virtual Open Day

Our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day (PG VOD) will take place on Thursday 12 March. Join us, speak with our academics and students, and find out about life at Aberdeen.

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Aberdeen Global Scholarship

All new eligible self-funded international on-campus undergraduate and postgraduate students can receive the Aberdeen Global Scholarship.

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Student Life

Ranked in the top 20 UK universities by the Guardian University Guide 2026, the University offers an exceptional academic environment. With over 120 clubs and societies, including more than 50 sports clubs, students can easily find their niche and make lasting connections. First-year students benefit from guaranteed accommodation, ensuring a smooth transition to university life. Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire has been named the UK's best place to live by HomeViews, the city providing a vibrant and supportive community for all students.

Why Aberdeen?

Join us in the Granite City with Silver Sands and find your True North.

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Accommodation

University accommodation is guaranteed for all first year students. We have a range available both on and off campus.
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Aberdeen City and Shire

Discover Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, located on the North-East of Scotland.
Travel

The city is easily accessible by road, rail and air.
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Chat to our Students and Staff

If you have a question about the University, Student Life in Aberdeen or any other query, our students and staff are here for you.
Our Campuses

Find out about the various campuses that make up the University of Aberdeen.
Clubs and Societies

With over 120 clubs and societies, there is something for everyone!
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Student Support

We offer support on a wide range of issues including Mental Health, Student Wellbeing and more.
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Campus Maps

View maps of our campuses, including accessible routes for Old Aberdeen.
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Sport at Aberdeen

We are home to state of the art sports facilities and over 50 Sports Clubs and Societies.
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Students' Association

AUSA offers a number of services, available to all students at the University.
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Online Student Life

Over 1,000 students study online with us every year. See what it's like to be an online student.
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