University of Aberdeen

Es. 1495 | Initium Sapientiae Timor Domini

Es. 1495 | Initium Sapientiae Timor Domini

Type of Institution

Public

Number of Students

16,565

Student Faculty Ratio

10.23

Internationality Factor

28%

Avg Tuition per Student

£5,326

Net assets (2024)

£348.8 milion

Total Income

£260.9 milion

Nobel Laureates

N/A

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About

The University of Aberdeen is an esteemed public university situated in Scotland's third-largest city. Founded in 1495, it holds the distinction of being the fifth oldest university in the United Kingdom and the third oldest in Scotland. Operating from its primary campuses in Old Aberdeen and Foresterhill, the university combines its rich historical roots with a modern research-intensive academic environment.

The University of Aberdeen offers more than 180 postgraduate programs, providing a diverse and comprehensive academic portfolio. The campuses themselves are a fusion of historic and contemporary architecture, offering both traditional...

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Campus life

Gender Population Graph

Female57%

Male42%

Not known0%

Other0%

Staff Distribution Graph

Non-academic53%

Academic47%

Student Distribution Graph

First degree58%

Postgraduate (taught)33%

Postgraduate (research)6%

Other undergraduate3%

Domicile per Region Graph

Academic Requirements

Students applying for a postgraduate course at the University of Aberdeen are required to fulfill the entry criteria of their desired program to receive an offer of study. Entry requirements vary according to the subject area and level of study. For instance, applicants for the MSc in Medical Physics should have at least a second-class grade in an undergraduate honours degree in physical science or engineering. Similarly, candidates for the LLM in Criminal Justice should hold a 2:1 or higher graded degree in law, or a related field. Prospective students for the MLitt in English Language and Literature should demonstrate a 2:1 or higher graded...

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Programs

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Creative Arts and Design
Business and Management
Education
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Medicine and Health

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Year Founded

1495

University of Aberdeen is founded by William Elphinstone, Bishop of Aberdeen.

1593

University of Aberdeen is re-founded by George Keith, fifth Earl Marischal.

1860

The Medical School is incorporated into the University.

1885

University of Aberdeen is incorporated under the Universities (Scotland) Act 1889.

1955

University of Aberdeen is awarded a Royal Charter in recognition of its excellence in teaching and research.

1994

The University merges with Northern College, a teacher training facility.

2019

The University opens its new £100 million science and engineering teaching facility.

Public Figures

Annie Lennox

Scottish singer and songwriter, known for her work with the Eurythmics. She attended the University of Aberdeen in the 1970s

Ian Rankin

Scottish crime writer, creator of Inspector Rebus. He studied English Literature at the University of Aberdeen in the 1980s

John Mallard

Physicist who led the team that developed the first full-body MRI scanner. He worked at the University of Aberdeen for many years, and had a significant impact on medical imaging