Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Degree type
Undergraduate pathway
Key facts
- Duration1 year
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee19,750GBP
- Start dateJan, Sep, Nov
- University ranking#262
Program overview
What the University of Aberdeen says about their program:
Those with a scientific mind can experience everything from biology to psychology with our Life Sciences pathway, before progressing to a unique and flexible science degree at the University of Aberdeen.
By studying our Undergraduate Foundation Programme in Life Sciences, you can choose to follow the scientific pathway which appeals most to your career ambitions and interests. You will follow your chosen subject route for one year at the International Study Centre before transitioning to the University starting with the second year of your degree.
This three-term programme is equivalent to the first year of your undergraduate degree. The course modules have been designed to complement your university studies, whilst supporting you in both English language learning, settling into UK life and adjusting to a new education system. Taking part in lessons taught in the same style as the University, you will study a mix of core modules - as well as those relating to your chosen subject route. After you have completed your Undergraduate Foundation Programme and achieved the required grades to progress to the University, you can join the second year of your chosen degree. Depending on your career ambitions, you may progress on to a BSc degree or an MA degree.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2
2) or equivalent.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Scholarships at University of Aberdeen
No scholarships currently available
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Fees
University of Aberdeen provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Aberdeen encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.
Fee information
- Business, Economics, Accounting and Real Estate
£18,000 per program
- Life Sciences
£19,000 per program
- Humanities, Law and Social Science
£18,000 per program
- Physical Sciences & Engineering
£19,250 per program
What is the cost of living near University of Aberdeen?
| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £598 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £551 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £118 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £37 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £92 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £147 |
| Coffee shop drink | £3 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £8 |
| Gym membership | £50 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Visa requirements for the University of Aberdeen
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