Study Abroad Studying at the University of Aberdeen as a visiting student GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2019 SCOTTISH UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR 2020 The University of Aberdeen is the fifth oldest University in the UK, dating back to 1495. Over the past 500 years, we have proudly offered our students life-changing opportunities through greater knowledge and learning. Our vast experience in teaching – along with our modern, 21st century outlook – enables us to offer the same great opportunity to you today. Our rich heritage, world leading research and learning excellence has contributed to our associations with five Nobel Prize winners and more recently being named Scottish University of the Year 2019 by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide. We now warmly invite you to join our Aberdeen family and become part of the next chapter in history. Can we help? abdn.ac.uk/study [email protected] +44 (0)1224 272090 @aberdeenuni @universityofaberdeen youtube.com/uniofaberdeen instagram.com/uniofaberdeen Aberdeen GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2019 SCOTTISH UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR Contents University of Aberdeen.................................................................4 Campus ..................................................................................................6 Location guide ................................................................................. 10 Study abroad programme ..........................................................16 Pre-med programme for study abroad students ......... 18 Pre-law programme ......................................................................20 Scottish, Irish and Scandinavian Studies ............................22 Sixth Century cross-disciplinary courses ...........................24 School of Social Science ........................................................... 26 Student life........................................................................................28 Accomodation ................................................................................ 30 Student visa and immigration requirements ....................31 Study Abroad Guide 2020 Ancient university Modern results Named Founded SCOTTISH UNIVERSITY 1495 OF THE YEAR* First One of the CHAIR OF 1st TOP 10 MEDICINE IN SCOTLAND BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC in the English speaking FOR MEDICINE world in 1497 UNIVERSITIES One of the COLLEGE OF WILLIAM AND MARY SEVEN & UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG ANCIENT UNIVERSITIES founded by OF GREAT BRITAIN & UNIVERSITY ALUMNI IRELAND 4 Ranked in the in the UK Modern results Complete University Guide 2019 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019 A truly international university 130 + 30% NATIONALITIES of our student body is from plus a campus in Qatar and some OUTSIDE OF SCOTLAND programmes delivered in Sri Lanka Oldest ROWETT SCHOOL OF INSTITUTE th FOR NUTRITION AND HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY 5 is a IN THE UK IN THE UK W RLD LEADING founded more than FOR LAW * centre of excellence in 100 years ago human nutrition Associated with Our Research Institute for FIVE IRISH AND NOBEL PRIZES SCOTTISH STUDIES and the inventor of the IS A WORLD FIRST FOR GRADUATE STUDY modern MRI machine *The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019 5 Study Abroad Guide 2020 Campus 6 Contrasting stunning architecture and historical charm with landmark building design, our campus epitomises both the University’s impressive heritage and its modern outlook. Proud history and heritage Other campus attractions • King’s College with its crown • Cruickshank Botanic Garden – tower and chapel: the symbolic with a rose garden, arboretum, centre of our growing campus lawns and ponds stretching over • Medieval St Machar’s Cathedral, 11 acres completed in 1530, has been a • The University’s Zoology place of worship in the area Museum is a ‘Recognised since around 580 A.D. Collection of National • The Brig o’ Balgownie – one of Significance to Scotland’, Scotland’s oldest bridges featuring displays from micro- • Old Townhouse – The 18th scopic organisms to great whales Century building houses one of the University’s numerous museum collections Bright future Complementing and contrasting the historic campus is the £57 million Danish-designed Sir Duncan Rice library, opened in 2012 by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. It houses the largest of the University’s modern collections, as well as historic collections of rare The £57million books, manuscripts and archives. Sir Duncan Rice Another recent addition is the Aberdeen Sports Village and our Library opened new Aquatics Centre, featuring an in 2012 Olympic standard swimming pool and diving facilities. 7 Ancient university The SAFEST city in Scotland Source: Unbroken Britain Survey, Provident Financial, 2018 Inspirational city Welcome to one of the most prosperous and beautiful regions of the UK. Aberdeen is a vibrant, creative and ambitious city, known for its historic charm and cosmopolitan community. Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire have something for everyone: from the bustling city centre of Europe’s energy capital to some of Scotland’s most beautiful countryside and coastlines. Ancient university Inspirational city Study Abroad Guide 2020 Location guide Aberdeen is a unique student city, characterised by a mixture of distinctive architecture, cosmopolitan spirit, northern light and its proximity to the sea. In recent years, the city has been ranked as the safest city in Scotland*. Culture and entertainment Eating and drinking With a number of art galleries and From serving great local produce historic theatres, to museums and such as beef, fish and shellfish, libraries, Aberdeen is steeped in to experiencing the best of culture. international cuisine in established chains and independent eateries, the The city’s venues host hundreds city has a huge variety of restaurants of theatrical productions a year and cafes to choose from. including ballet, opera and drama, as well as the popular Aberdeen It also has more than 100 bars Student Show, which raises and clubs ranging from popular significant sums for charity. student hang-outs on campus and cosy traditional pubs, to wine and The Aberdeen Exhibition and cocktail venues and clubs with DJs Conference Centre holds more than and live music. 600 events annually, consistently attracting world-famous bands, singers and comedians. 10 Shopping Scottish history and culture Whether in the city’s shopping malls, Whether you want to trace ancestors numerous retail parks, or in the or just find out more about Scottish bustling city centre itself, shoppers culture, Aberdeen is close to a can explore well-known high street number of Scotland’s stunning stately and designer stores, as well as browse homes. There, alongside breath-taking quirky independent shops and architecture, views and beautiful international street markets. grounds, you’ll hear tales of the spirits of spurned wives, and ghostly footsteps in the dead of night. Also within easy driving distance from the city are impressive stone circles, standing stones and burial cairns, some dating back as far as the Bronze Age. Star Trek’s Scotty called himself an ‘old Aberdeen Every spring and summer throughout pub crawler’ in the Scotland, visitors enjoy Highland original series Games that celebrate the diversity of Scottish culture. These popular events focus on competitive music, dancing and heavy athletics such as caber tossing. 11 Study Abroad Guide 2020 Location guide The great outdoors Whether you’re a quarterback, wide Malt whisky trail The area around Aberdeen offers a receiver, or just like cheering your Scotland is known for its whisky, great selection of outdoor pursuits team on from the bleachers, the no surprise then that the country including surfing and kite boarding city’s American football team, the is home to the world’s only malt at the beach, as well as hillwalking, Aberdeen Roughnecks, compete in whisky trail. Take a trip round some skiing, snowboarding and equestrian the BAFA National Leagues. of our finest distilleries, many within pursuits. a short drive from Aberdeen, and sample a dram or two. The city is With around 52 golf courses in also home to the first BrewDog pub, Scotland’s castle and whisky country, close to Marischal College. there’s one to play every week of the year. 12 Scotland’s third largest city, with a population of over 220,000 people Inspiring castles Aberdeen is steeped in history, yet There are more castles per acre here has a reputation as a contemporary than anywhere else in the UK: and dynamic place to live, study and • Balmoral Castle in nearby Royal work. In a matter of minutes, you Deeside, was bought by Queen can travel from the bustling city to Victoria in 1852, and is a summer experience of some of the most retreat for the British Royal Family stunning attractions, countryside and • Craigievar Castle near Alford was wildlife that Scotland has to offer. the inspiration for Walt Disney’s fairytale castle The Granite City is a great base from • Slains Castle at Cruden Bay is said where to explore Scotland and the to have inspired Bram Stoker’s rest of the UK thanks to its great Dracula road and rail links; mainland Europe • The spectacular ruins of is only a short flight away from Dunnottar Castle south of the Aberdeen’s International Airport. city were the stunning backdrop for Franco Zeffirelli’s Hamlet, starring Mel Gibson Studying abroad at the University of Aberdeen is a great chance to experience the culture and heritage of a city spanning thousands of years. abdn.ac.uk visitabdn.com 13 Study Abroad Guide 2020 14 Meet