University of Aberdeen: study in Scotland, UK

Welcome to the University of Aberdeen

Enhance your career prospects in an iconic Scottish city, with a degree from the University of Aberdeen. Though this ‘ancient university’ is one of the oldest in the country, the city is a business, hub, and home to a booming modern energy sector.

Gain entry to the University of Aberdeen through one of our multiple study routes. These include a foundation course at Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC), which leads to bachelor’s degrees in Engineering.

Courses leading to the University of Aberdeen

Petroleum Engineering foundation in Nottingham

Bachelor's preparation in London or Bournemouth

Doctorate preparation in London

Reasons to study at the University of Aberdeen

Historical university founded in 1495

Aberdeen has been an education leader for hundreds of years

Ranked top 25 in the UK

QS University Rankings 2016-17

UK top 20 for Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Complete University Guide 2018

Top 20 in the UK for Civil Engineering

Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017

Guaranteed entry

when you pass your NTIC Foundation Certificate in Petroleum Engineering at the required level with good attendance

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Why choose the University of Aberdeen?

Experience the energy industry

You will be in the heart of Europe’s energy sector – ideal for an Engineering degree. This location has helped the University of Aberdeen build close partnerships with leading energy companies, which is great for your professional network.

Experience the energy industry

An education leader since 1495

The University of Aberdeen is the 5th oldest university in the English-speaking world. Study here and follow the path of famous alumni including 5 Nobel Prize winners, and benefit from Aberdeen's 500+ years of education expertise.

An education leader since 1495

A degree to boost your career

The University of Aberdeen is among the UK's best for graduate prospects in both Electrical & Electronic Engineering and Civil Engineering (Complete University Guide 2018), so by studying here, you'll be on the right path.

A degree to boost your career

Enjoy Scotland’s ‘Silver City’

Aberdeen offers an ideal student lifestyle on the Scottish coast. Discover its shopping malls and comedy shows, watch a play at His Majesty’s Theatre, or escape the city to explore the beautiful Cairngorms National Park and Craigievar Castle.

Enjoy Scotland’s ‘Silver City’

Perry from Kenya

Engineering student at the University of Aberdeen

I chose to study here because Aberdeen is the energy capital of Europe. Studying at the University of Aberdeen has enabled me to interact with like-minded individuals in the oil and gas industry, be it students, lecturers or professionals. I also like that the University has a large international community.

At Aberdeen, we have a shared sense of pride in the University's past, combined with an ambition to make the next chapter in its history even more successful. That makes Aberdeen an exciting and very special university to be a part of.