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Founded in 1495 by William Elphinstone, Bishop of Aberdeen and Chancellor of Scotland, The University of Aberdeen is Scotland's third oldest and the UK's fifth oldest University.
In 1999, the University launched its ambitious fund-raising campaign, The Sixth Century Campaign, to mark the start of the University's sixth century of existence. With the support of HRH The Prince of Wales as Campaign Patron, our aim is to raise £150 million by 2010.
The fact that the University has become what it is owes much to the determination and vision of a very few individuals, including a distinguished list of scholars who in their own unique ways, helped to shape the University into the world-class institute we have today.
The City of Aberdeen is an attractive, prosperous and friendly community of about 220,000 people. Big enough for the “big city” experience, student friendly Aberdeen is compact enough to make it easy to find your way around and make friends. In addition, it is a clean, well-kept, safe and friendly place to live. Students are attracted by our tradition which is rooted in our 500 year history - but we are focused firmly on the future and are at the forefront of research in many fields. Our attraction also lies in the quality of our courses and teaching, the research opportunities we provide, our superb facilities as one of the six Ancient Universities of Britain, and for the care and support which we provide for all our students.
We are committed to helping students settle in quickly, achieve their ambitions and develop their talents and interests. Here you'll find study options to suit your academic interests, and social and leisure activities that will contribute to your overall well-being, enjoyment and personal growth
With three Colleges, over 13,000 students studying more than 630 first degree programmes, and more than 90 postgraduate taught programmes, the University boasts an impressive repertoire in learning, teaching and research.
A modern University of international distinction, our reach extends from pioneering medical research to championing the Arts, and from preserving the traditional life of the North East to developing a sustainable future through renewable energy.
The University of Aberdeen prides itself on offering the very best learning and support facilities for students, from one of the largest and best equipped libraries in Scotland to a Support Service that provides friendly and expert guidance on a range of areas - academic, personal, medical and financial.
In 1999, the University launched its ambitious fund-raising campaign, The Sixth Century Campaign, to mark the start of the University's sixth century of existence. With the support of HRH The Prince of Wales as Campaign Patron, our aim is to raise £150 million by 2010.
The fact that the University has become what it is owes much to the determination and vision of a very few individuals, including a distinguished list of scholars who in their own unique ways, helped to shape the University into the world-class institute we have today.
The City of Aberdeen is an attractive, prosperous and friendly community of about 220,000 people. Big enough for the “big city” experience, student friendly Aberdeen is compact enough to make it easy to find your way around and make friends. In addition, it is a clean, well-kept, safe and friendly place to live. Students are attracted by our tradition which is rooted in our 500 year history - but we are focused firmly on the future and are at the forefront of research in many fields. Our attraction also lies in the quality of our courses and teaching, the research opportunities we provide, our superb facilities as one of the six Ancient Universities of Britain, and for the care and support which we provide for all our students.
We are committed to helping students settle in quickly, achieve their ambitions and develop their talents and interests. Here you'll find study options to suit your academic interests, and social and leisure activities that will contribute to your overall well-being, enjoyment and personal growth
With three Colleges, over 13,000 students studying more than 630 first degree programmes, and more than 90 postgraduate taught programmes, the University boasts an impressive repertoire in learning, teaching and research.
A modern University of international distinction, our reach extends from pioneering medical research to championing the Arts, and from preserving the traditional life of the North East to developing a sustainable future through renewable energy.
The University of Aberdeen prides itself on offering the very best learning and support facilities for students, from one of the largest and best equipped libraries in Scotland to a Support Service that provides friendly and expert guidance on a range of areas - academic, personal, medical and financial.
Faculty
| Number of Faculty Staff | FTE: 1,385 |  |
| Total number of academic faculty staff who are responsible for planning, directing and undertaking teaching only, research only or both teaching and research. Please include: vice-chancellors, deputy vice-chancellors, principals, professors, heads of school, associate professors, principal lecturers and tutors. Please exclude research assistants*, PhD students who contribute to teaching, and exchange scholars or visiting professors who are members of another university. *FAQ: How is research assistant defined? | ||
| Number of International Faculty Staff | FTE: 451 | |
| Number of academic faculty staff who are of foreign nationality. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even if from another EU state. In Hong Kong, this includes professors from Mainland China. Inclusion and exclusion mirrors those for academic faculty staff. | ||
Undergraduate Information
| Number of Undergraduate Students | FTE: 8,944 | |
| Number of students pursuing a Bachelor’s level or equivalent degree. This excludes certificates/diplomas and associate’s degrees. | ||
| Number of International Undergraduate Students | FTE: 1,187 | |
| Number of undergraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. Please exclude all exchange students. | ||
| Average International Undergraduate Fees | £ GBP 13,833 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
| Average Domestic Undergraduate Fees | £ GBP 1,735 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
Graduate / Postgraduate Information
| Number of Graduate / Postgraduate Students | FTE: 2,209 | |
| Students pursuing a higher-level degree (Master and Doctorate), including both taught and research postgraduates (e.g. PhD students) | ||
| Number of International Graduate Students | FTE: 900 | |
| Number of graduate / postgraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. | ||
| Average International Graduate / Postgraduate Fees | £ GBP 13,125 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
| Average Domestic Graduate / Postgraduate Fees | £ GBP 3,240 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
Students
| Total Students | Headcount: 13,760 | |
| Total number of students. | ||
| Total International Students | Headcount: 2,285 | |
| Number of students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. | ||
Graduate Output
| Number of PhDs Awarded | 179 | |
| Total number of PhDs awarded in the last 12 months | ||
Basic TOEFL/IELTS requirements
TOEFL - 550 (213) in computer-based test)
IELTS - Band 6
This institution offers programs in the following:
Subjects
- Area Studies
- Built Environment
- Business/Management
- Computing/Information Technology
- Economics
- Education/Training
- Environmental Studies
- General Engineering/Other Engineering
- Health/Para-medical Studies
- Humanities
- Languages
- Law/Legal Studies
- Mathematics
- Medicine/Medical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Psychology
- Sociology/Social Studies
- Sports/Leisure
- Zoology
Study Levels
- Masters
- Doctorate
- Graduate Diplomas
- MBA
- Advanced Professional Qualifications
- Research Studentships
- Graduate Certificates
Study Modes
- Full Time
- Distance Learning
- Locally Taught
- Part Time
- Split PhDs
No programs have been entered for this institution.