The University of Aberdeen is the UK’s fifth oldest university, founded in 1495. It boasts a large and diverse student community of over 14,500 students from 120 countries. They have outstanding teaching facilities, including world leading business and engineering schools. The university also offers international students free English language support sessions prior to enrolment.
The main Old Aberdeen campus is set in historic grounds north of Aberdeen city centre, with additional campuses for medicine, life sciences, and research. The university features modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries, student accommodation, and sports facilities. The city has excellent rail, road, and air links (Aberdeen Airport), supporting access to employers in energy, health, and the North Sea sector, as well as cultural and natural resources of northeast Scotland.
Aberdeen is particularly recognised for energy and petroleum engineering, biological and environmental sciences, medicine and medical sciences, law, archaeology, history, business, psychology, and the arts. The university excels in interdisciplinary research, innovation, and partnerships with global industry, notably in energy, health, and sustainability.
Aberdeen offers both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a range of different subjects. They are ranked first and second place for Dentistry and Medicine respectively (Guardian University League Table 2021). The University of Aberdeen offers over 400 undergraduate courses to study including courses in Accounting, Dentistry, Medicine, Law and Sports Science.
The University of Aberdeen also offers a range of different courses at postgraduate level, giving international students more options to study at the university. They offer over 150 Master courses including Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, Creative Writing and Data Science.
Students who have previously applied with Global Study UK have selected Computer Science to study at undergraduate level. At postgraduate level, students have studied Medical Imaging, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at the University of Aberdeen.
Aberdeen provides comprehensive student support: personal tutors and academic advisers; Careers and Employability Service with placements, internships, employer events, and CV/interview coaching; wellbeing, mental health, and counselling services; disability and inclusive learning support (assessments and adjustments); study skills workshops; international student support (visa and immigration advice, orientation, and pastoral care); financial advice, scholarships, and hardship funds; and accommodation guidance for on- and off-campus housing. Specialist support is available for placement, clinical, and research students.
– Undergraduate (typical): UK A-levels, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, BTEC, IB or international equivalents. Typical offers vary by programme (commonly BBB–AAA at A-level or BCC–AAA Highers); some courses require subject prerequisites, portfolios (arts), admissions tests (medicine), or interviews.
– Foundation and pathway routes: Foundation years and international pathway programmes are available for applicants needing academic or language preparation.
– Mature and alternative entry: Consideration is given to mature students and those with recognised prior learning or substantial professional experience.
– Postgraduate taught (typical): A UK honours degree (2:2 or above), Scottish degree, or international equivalent is commonly required; some master’s accept significant professional experience.
– Postgraduate research (MPhil/PhD): Admission normally requires a relevant master’s or strong honours degree, an approved research proposal, and a supervisor match; funding and supervisor availability influence offers.
– English language: International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency via approved tests (IELTS 6.0–6.5 overall typical; some courses require higher scores or specific component minimums).
– Other requirements: Certain programmes require DBS/health checks (health/education), portfolios, admissions tests, interviews, or work experience. Check individual course pages for precise criteria.
