University of Aberdeen - Education Abroad

About the Program

When you choose to study at Aberdeen, you’re choosing one of the seven ancient universities in Great Britain and Ireland. The university is over 500 years old and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and historic campuses in the UK. With a sports village, an aquatics center, zoology museum, and a marine science research facility called oceanlab, Aberdeen is a great choice for all majors.

You’ll live in a location voted as one of Scotland’s safest university campuses.

Apply to Aberdeen

Deadline to Apply for Spring 2026

October 15, 2025

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Deadline to Apply for Fall 2025

Thursday, March 13, 2025

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Academics

Most University of Aberdeen courses are available to students from their more than 600 degree programs. Medicine is the only discipline that is not open to exchange students.

Online catalog of courses

Undergraduate programs are made up of four levels:

Level 1 – first year (100-level courses at UMaine)

Level 2 – second-year (200-level courses at UMaine)

Level 3 – third-year (300-level courses at UMaine)

Level 4 – fourth-year (400-level courses at UMaine)

Generally, courses at level 1 and level 2 are open to incoming students. Entry to level 3 and level 4 require proof that the student has taken relevant prerequisites at UMaine.

Most classes are examined through a combination of continuous assessment, mid-term assignments and an end of semester examination.

Transfer Credits:

15 Scottish Credits = 3.75 UMaine Credits

Majors

Best Suited Majors

Anthropology
Archeology
Biology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Education
English
History
Music
Political Science
Psychology

Other Majors

Accounting
Biomedical Sciences
Business
Celtic and Anglo-Saxon Studies
Chemistry
Computing
Economics
European Studies
Film and Visual Culture
Gaelic Studies
Geology
International Relations
Law/Legal Studies
Mathematics
Neuroscience
Physics
Psychology
Sociologyy
Conservative Biology
Engineering
Environmental Science
Exercise and Health Science
Forestry
Geography
Language & Linguistics
Marine Biology
Philosophy
Scottish Studies
Zoology

Students live alongside regular degree-seeking students and international students. The University offers a wide range of housing options, but mainly consists of apartment (suite) style living, with each student have their own single room. Some residence halls also feature private en-suite bathrooms. Students are guaranteed a place in accommodation, either owned by the university or through a preferred partners if applications are submitted before the deadline.

Detailed information of housing options and costs

Campus Accommodation

The Campus Accommodation Halls of Residence are located in the middle of campus, close to all facilities in the King’s campus. All include 24/7 on-site assistance and include utility bills and Wi-Fi in the price. The halls are dived by catered and self-catered, catered comes with a meal plan (breakfast, dinner, and Sunday brunch). Catered halls include appliances for cooking, but you will need to purchase dishes and pots/pans.

Hillhead Student Village

Hillhead is located beside Seaton Park, a 20 minute walk or a 5 minute bus ride to King’s campus. All utility bills and Wi-Fi is included in the price. The student village comprises self-catered accommodation, across 9 different properties with the majority of apartments being single sex.

Grading Scale

Campus

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.

The University of Aberdeen is a modern, global, research-led university with a
500-year history of innovation. Our campuses are special. Lively, accessible and
connected to both local and global industries that matter.

Aberdeen Study Abroad Guide

Cultural Activities

Nestled between the sea and the mountains, Aberdeen is a unique student city with something for everyone, proving that it’s worth going that little bit further for something really special.

Student Favorites

Join a society
Sit in a cozy cafe during winter
Explore winding cobblestone streets
Do some dolphin watching
Climb one of the four mountains around Aberdeen

Learn More About an Education Abroad at the University of Aberdeen

Erika Clement

Assistant Director of Education Abroad

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Yijie Ren

Education Abroad Advisor