How many universities does Aberdeen have?

Our index lists 2 universities in Aberdeen with 494 study programmes between them, 494 taught in English.

Is Aberdeen affordable for students?

Aberdeen scores 9/10 on affordability in our City Life Index. Students in United Kingdom spend roughly €1,091 a month on living costs. Full breakdown: Cost of studying in United Kingdom.

Universities in Aberdeen

Aberdeen has 2 universities in our index, offering 494 study programmes — 494 taught in English. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.

City Life Index

Affordability9/10

Safety9/10

Student vibe8/10

English-friendly10/10

Weather3/10

Transport8/10

Out of 10. The line on each bar is the average across the 99 student cities we score.

Aberdeen offers a safe and affordable student experience with a vibrant social scene and excellent walkability, though its weather can be quite challenging.