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Welcome to the University of Aberdeen International Study Centre

Our university preparation programmes combine supportive staff who are experts in their subject with English language development, helping you to succeed on the undergraduate or postgraduate degree of your choice. We can’t wait for you to join the Aberdeen Family.

Top 15 in UK and world top 200 university

The University is ranked 13th in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2023 and 192nd in the world by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023.

World leading research

Staff at the University are experts in their fields, with 77% of research considered ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ by the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

A historical place to study

Enjoy a long history of academic excellence by gaining your degree at Scotland’s 3rd oldest university, and the 5th oldest in the United Kingdom, founded in 1495.

Join an international community

Get the best of both worlds by experiencing a rich British heritage, all whilst studying with 14,000 students from across 130 different nationalities.

Start your journey with us

Undergraduate pathways

Our choice of undergraduate pathways ensure that no matter your education background or English level, you can build the skills to study a Bachelors degree at Aberdeen. We offer three-term programmes to a variety of undergraduate entry points.

Postgraduate pathways

Our 12-week Pre-Masters is perfect for students looking to expand on their subject knowledge whilst developing their English skills for study at a top-ranking UK university. We offer routes in both Business and Law and Science and Engineering, leading to a range of postgraduate degrees.

University of Aberdeen

Experience a combination of heritage and modernity, alongside a supportive international community of students. Find out more about Aberdeen's research innovation and vibrant student life.

International Study Centre

Your journey to the University of Aberdeen starts at the International Study Centre. We offer a welcoming and supportive environment to help you thrive at university. Our pathway programmes are designed specifically for international students to succeed at a high-ranking university.

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Application support

Receive guidance every step of the way, from enquiry to arrival, and start your adventure with us.

How we help

Admissions

Learn more about visas and scholarships before you apply to the International Study Centre.

Discover the admissions process

You’ll get a very fulfilling academic experience, and also an all-around experience. It's a very diverse university, so you'll meet people from many nationalities. You’ll have the opportunity to grow as a person and to be a good functioning member of society, just by coming to Aberdeen."

Simba from Zimbabwe
Studies BEng Chemical Engineering