Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is the fifth oldest university in the English-speaking world. Situated in the stunning historic neighbourhood of Old Aberdeen, the University is today known as a centre of excellence in the Humanities, Law, Energy, Health Sciences and Environmental Studies.
Postgraduate students enrolled at a recognised international college or university can apply to spend a single term at the University of Aberdeen. Applicants can choose from any of our currently available Postgraduate Taught programmes to participate in, offering a wide range of options for students to consider.
However you choose to study, our dedicated Go Abroad team will assist you through the entire process.
- Application Information
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Entry Requirements
To study at Aberdeen as a postgraduate study abroad student, the University requires:
- Applicants meet the entry requirements of their preferred postgraduate taught programme.
- Evidence of English language proficiency for non-native English speakers.
How to Apply
If you are a student from a partner university, you will be provided a link to our online application form after you have been nominated by your home university. If your home university does not have an agreement with the University of Aberdeen, please email goabroad.incoming@abdn.ac.uk and we will provide you with the necessary details.
The deadlines for receipt of completed applications are as follows:
- First Term: (September - December) 15 May
- Second Term: (January - May) 15 October
- Courses
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Course Availability
Postgraduate Study Abroad students are limited to the courses associated with their intended programme of study.
For example, a student wishing to study Archaeology in the first term of our PGT Archaeology programme would study AY5002: Theory and Method in Research, alongside 30 additional credits from the courses affiliated with this programme.
We recommend prospective applicants consult our online prospectus for more information on available postgraduate taught programmes and their associated courses.
- Associated Costs
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Tuition and Costs for 2025/26 and 2026/27
Semester: £10,400
Full year: £20,800Fee paying study abroad students may also be eligible for the Aberdeen Global Scholarship which is worth £3000 a term!
Living Costs
UK Visas and Immigration indicate that students spending the academic year should have a minimum of £1171 for each month that they will spend in the United Kingdom. Although no official advice is given for students only spending one term, we would also suggest that they budget for a minimum of £1171 per month for living expenses. A further breakdown of estimated costs can be found below (for illustrative purposes only):
Costs
Monthly £
Rent*
412-712
Mobile
40
Food
300
Travel Expenses
60
Personal
220
Books / Computer Equipment / Printing**
50
Total
1082-1382
* Based on available University of Aberdeen accommodation
** Subject to requirements of discipline
- University Accommodation
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Student Housing
All incoming exchange and study abroad students are guaranteed a place in student accommodation. Students will be emailed information on how to apply once they are accepted in to the programme.
Most exchange and study abroad students are housed in our Hillhead Student Village. Our accommodation is self-catered and normally consists of single study bedrooms, with common areas which are shared with roommates.
You can find more information on University of Aberdeen housing here
- Term Dates
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Academic Calendar
The University of Aberdeen's Academic Calendar, including term dates and exclusions, can be found here.
- Contact Us
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Go Abroad Team
University of Aberdeen
University Office (Room 16)
Regent Walk
Aberdeen, AB24 3FX
T: +44 (0)1224 272041 or +44 (0)1224 272625
E: goabroad.incoming@abdn.ac.uk