Undergraduate Degrees

Certificate in Archaeology

Certificate, Non-Honours

Archaeology is the only discipline that studies the human past in its entirety; from the origins of our species to the events of yesterday. Archaeology at Aberdeen has a special northern focus that is unique in the UK. Through lectures, field and laboratory work you will engage with the archaeology of Scotland, Scandinavia, northern Europe, the North Atlantic and northern latitudes of Asia and North America. You will be taught by internationally acclaimed researchers.

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Chemical Engineering

BEng, Single Honours

Chemical engineers, also known as process engineers, take lab/small scale production up to industrial scale. This can be bioprocesses like pharmaceuticals, food such as bread, industrial chemicals like fertilizers, or even nuclear power plants. They contribute to wider society by managing resources, protecting the environment, and controlling health and safety procedures.

• Ranked 2nd in Scotland (7th UK) for Chemical Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
• Ranked 12th UK, 1st in Scotland for General Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
• Ranked 12th UK, 2nd in Scotland for General Engineering (Guardian 2022)
• Ranked 9th UK for Student Satisfaction in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering (National Student Survey 2021)

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Chemical Engineering

MEng, Single Honours

Chemical engineers contribute to society by helping to manage resources, protecting the environment and controlling health and safety procedures.

Ranked 12th UK, 1st in Scotland for General Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
Ranked 12th UK, 2nd in Scotland for General Engineering (Guardian 2022)
Ranked 7th UK, 2nd in Scotland for Chemical Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
Ranked 9th for Student Satisfaction in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering (National Student Survey 2021)

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Chemistry

BSc, Single Honours

Chemistry is not just about chemicals in laboratories – chemistry touches every aspect of our daily lives. Chemistry is about understanding how matter changes and how these changes affect everything from the food we eat and air we breathe, to the medicines we take and the energy we use to power our homes, cars and phones.

• Ranked 7th in the UK for Chemistry, Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022.
• Ranked 1st in Scotland for Overall Student Satisfaction, National Student Survey 2021.

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Chemistry (5 years)

MChem, Single Honours

The MChem degree at the University of Aberdeen is a 5 year programme accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and leading to the professional qualification of Chartered Chemist.

• Ranked 7th in the UK for Chemistry, Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022.
• Ranked 1st in Scotland for Overall Student Satisfaction, National Student Survey 2021.

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Childhood Practice

BA, Single Honours

This is a work-based programme validated by the Scottish Social Services Council for registration as a manager and is designed to meet the needs of a range of individuals involved in working with children. It is offered as a part-time, on-line distance learning programme and is based on course elements detailed in the benchmark statements provided by QAA Education Studies, SCQF and the Standard for Childhood Practice. The degree has been designed to promote and encourage the use of workplace based activities as the basis for academic study. Due to its flexibility, it provides a route into degree level studies for participants from non-traditional backgrounds.

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Civil and Environmental Engineering

MEng, Single Honours

Civil and Environmental Engineering is a hugely relevant degree for today. The environment is a major consideration for local, national and international companies and governments, but never more is this true than when it comes to engineering projects of all sizes. Greater consideration has to be given to a range of environmental factors and this degree will go some way to making students aware of them.

Ranked 12th UK, 1st in Scotland for General Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
Ranked 12th UK, 2nd in Scotland for General Engineering (Guardian 2022)

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Civil and Structural Engineering

MEng, Single Honours

Structural Engineering is generally recognised as a specialist area of Civil Engineering but the two areas are very similar. This is a perfect degree programme for those looking to succeed in this field as it offers up our hugely successful standard Civil Engineering degree but introduces a number of key areas of specialism.

Ranked 12th UK, 1st in Scotland for General Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
Ranked 12th UK, 2nd in Scotland for General Engineering (Guardian 2022)

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Civil Engineering

MEng, Single Honours

Civil engineering is concerned with creative use of engineering principles and science to shape and improve our lives and our environment. Civil engineers are involved in seeing major infrastructure projects through from design to construction and completion.

Ranked 12th UK, 1st in Scotland for General Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
Ranked 12th UK, 2nd in Scotland for General Engineering (Guardian 2022)

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Civil Engineering with Subsea Technology (5 years)

MEng, Single Honours

This degree gives students the opportunity to specialise their Civil Engineering degree and develop key skills specifically for global Subsea Technology.

The Subsea Industry is an industry that has strong roots here in Aberdeen, a city recognised globally as a centre of subsea excellence, testing and performance.

Ranked 12th UK, 1st in Scotland for General Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
Ranked 12th UK, 2nd in Scotland for General Engineering (Guardian 2022)

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Computing

MA, Single Honours

Are you a computer whizz who enjoys digital information? Do you try to understand how computer systems work? Have you tried different computer languages to invent your own interface? Do you want to get into Big Data, the Internet of Things and smart technologies?

We are ranked 4th in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems - The Guardian University Guide 2022

This MA Computing degree covers the same core computing courses as taken in the BSc Computing Science degree programme. You will also have the option to follow a range of arts based courses.

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Computing and Music

MA, Joint Honours

This degree is a perfect combination for students who have a strong interest in music; perhaps more specifically music production. Understanding key computing courses such as programming will offer students the chance to move in to careers like music production and sound engineering, where strong computing skills will be of benefit.

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Computing Science

BSc, Single Honours

Are you a computer whizz who enjoys digital information? Do you try to understand how computer systems work? Have you tried different computer languages to invent your own interface? Do you want to get into Big Data, the Internet of Things and smart technologies?

We are ranked 4th in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems - The Guardian University Guide 2022

This BCS-accredited programme will provide you with a solid foundation in a subject area that is in high demand, giving you skills in algorithms, AI, programming, data management, software engineering, systems, security, and computational problem-solving.

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Computing Science (5 years)

MEng, Single Honours

Computing Science at Aberdeen encompasses both the theory as well as the practice of computing, with special emphasis given to Distributed Information Systems and Knowledge Technologies.

This 5 year MEng programme is an integrated Masters degree that emphasises additional academic rigour and depth on top of the already high standards of our BSc.

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Computing Science and Mathematics

BSc, Joint Honours

Many of the key computing processes and operations such as programming and data analysis are founded on the study and understanding of mathematical disciplines such as algorithms. This degree is ideal for students who have a strong interest and skill in mathematics but want to understand the applied nature of it to the computing science industry. This is an excellent combination of degrees which would open up a range of career opportunities.

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Computing Science and Physics

BSc, Joint Honours

This degree brings together two very closely linked subjects and offers a tremendous degree programme to those with a strong interest in both.

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Computing Science with Industrial Placement

MSci, Single Honours

The MSci is an integrated Master's programme that adds a year-long placement in industry to the degree.

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Conservation Biology

BSc, Single Honours

Develop the knowledge and skills required to conserve biodiversity in the face of rapid increases in human impacts on the planet.

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Counselling Skills

ISS, Non-Honours

The Counselling Skills Programme is suitable for anyone wishing to improve their interpersonal communication skills. Counselling Skills are used in many contexts and jobs where a helping or caring role is central. The value of effective communication is also recognised by many employers as part of personal development for their staff. The courses are also recognised as an essential foundation before moving onto training as a professional counsellor or psychotherapist.

Successful completion of the 4 Counselling and Listening Skills modules leads to a Certificate in Counselling Skills from the University of Aberdeen. The programme adheres to the BACP counselling skills training framework, ensuring quality and a high standard of training (BACP - British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy). Each module is in a blended learning format and consists of ten weekly 2-hour online tutorials and individual learning tasks. The 4 modules can be completed over two academic years, or in one academic year by successful completion of our variant course option.

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Criminology and Sociology

MA, Single Honours

This new interdisciplinary programme combines dedicated Criminology modules, together with modules from Sociology, Psychology and Law, to provide a broadly based and comprehensive Criminology and Sociology joint honours undergraduate degree.

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Dental Technology

DipHE, Non-Honours

Our Dental Technology programme provides trainee dental technicians with the theoretical knowledge and technical experience to enable them to manufacture, repair and provide advice on custom-made dental appliances.

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Dentistry

BDS, Single Honours

Dentistry in Aberdeen is designed specifically for graduates, capitalising on the knowledge and skills you already have to ensure you become a first-class dental professional.

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Divinity

BD, Single Honours

Divinity at Aberdeen focuses on the study of the Christian faith and tradition in the context of its history, institutions and its role today. Whether you have a personal, vocational or intellectual interest in learning more about the Christian faith, or want to explore the world's major religions, Aberdeen is the place for you. You will gain accreditation with the Church of Scotland and great transferable skills which open a wide range of career options, in addition to ministry.

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Ecology

BSc, Single Honours

Interested in wildlife and natural ecosystems, the relationship between the natural world and people, the impacts of climate change and other environmental problems?

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Economics

MA, Single Honours

Economics at Aberdeen gets to grips with the global economy and the factors that influence wealth from a social and financial perspective, taught by leading economists. You'll gain thorough understanding of economic theories and models and explore how they work in the real world, gaining skills that will be very attractive to top employers.

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