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About University of Aberdeen

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen holds an ancient tradition of modern thinking that has sparked lasting change for over 525 years.

At Aberdeen, education is informed by active research delivered across 12 schools working together through an...
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About University of Aberdeen

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen holds an ancient tradition of modern thinking that has sparked lasting change for over 525 years.

At Aberdeen, education is informed by active research delivered across 12 schools working together through an...
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University information

Since 1495, our campus has seen many changes, but the medieval core situated around the historic King’s College building has remained constant. While we still use the historic King’s College Quad for teaching (although the classrooms have been updated!), over the centuries we’ve continued to add and innovate, growing our campus to the ideal blend of old and new you’ll find today.

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At Aberdeen you’ll be supported and inspired by our dedicated careers service. They offer a range of activities to help students develop their skills and maximise employability, including networking opportunities with regional, national and global organisations. Careers support includes:

  • One-to-one support via in‑person, online, or telephone appointments to cover CVs, cover letters, applications,
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Cost of Living

When it comes to choosing a university, the cost of living can make a significant difference to your overall experience. Aberdeen is a city that offers a lot for less. As Scotland’s third-largest city, Aberdeen offers all the advantages of a city experience - diverse culture, excellent public transport, vibrant nightlife, and thriving food and arts scenes - without the high price tag you might...
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Accomodation
$7,980
Food
$2,800
Transport
$1,140
Utilities
$5,180

Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
Domestic
9,000 GBP
International
25,000 GBP

We understand that studying abroad is a big investment, and we want to help ease the financial pressure so you can focus on what really matters - your education and your experience. That’s why we offer the Aberdeen Global Scholarship to new, self-funded international students joining us on campus for full-time study in 2025-26.

Aberdeen Global Scholarship – Undergraduate

For the 2025/26 academic year, eligible international undergraduate entrants will receive a £6,000 tuition fee waiver for every year of their degree. This applies to most full-time on-campus undergraduate programmes and is automatically awarded, so there is no separate scholarship application required. Please refer to our website for further details.

Aberdeen Global Scholarship – Postgraduate

If you’re joining us for a postgraduate degree, you may be eligible for a £8,000 tuition fee waiver. This scholarship is open to self-funded international students beginning a full-time, on-campus Masters programme in September 2025 or January 2026. For research Masters starting outside those dates, eligibility may still apply if the programme begins during the 2025/26 academic year. Please refer to our website for further details.

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

Rankings & Ratings

University of Aberdeen is one of the top public universities in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=262 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

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  • 2018
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  • 2019
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  • 2021
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  • 2022
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  • 2023
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  • 2024
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  • 2025
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  • 2026
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Ranking criteria

Overall
49.3
Academic Reputation
40.1
Citations per Faculty
42.9
Employment Outcomes
30
Employer Reputation
34.8
Faculty Student Ratio
44.9
International Faculty Ratio
95.8
International Research Network
89.7
International Student Diversity
88.3
International Student Ratio
87.2
Sustainability
87.8

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #162
  • 2014
    #148
  • 2015
    #137
  • 2016
    #=137
  • 2017
    #=141
  • 2018
    #=158
  • 2019
    #=172
  • 2020
    #194
  • 2021
    #207
  • 2022
    #205
  • 2023
    #=220
  • 2024
    #208
  • 2025
    #=236
  • 2026
    #=262

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