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I also have some questions to ask:

- Does Aberdeen uni have a good reputation amongst employers in the UK/ Ireland or even internationally?
- What about the management course? Is it good there? Does it have a good reputation?
- Is it the weather really that bad, especially in winter?
- Are Scottish people really that open?
- With how many people do you usually share a flat? Is it possible to find a private one with one or max two other people?

Thanks a lot!

I have been accepted to study MA Finance this September and as you have personal experience with Aberdeen I would like to ask a few questions about the courses, your thoughts and any advice.

As I have not yet started, I am not entirely sure what degree I will enjoy best from the Business school. I am also considering Economics or Management Studies instead but as I said not sure. My main aim after Uni is to secure a job in the Oil and Gas industry; whether that is a role related to my degree or not. What would you think would be the best business degree to secure a role in this industry? Know of any people from your course or other courses which have done this?

Also, if I started my degree and wanted to change to Economics for example; is it allowed/quite easy to do so. Would it need to be done early on in the first year or?

Hi all

I know some of you will be receiving offers and will potentially choose Aberdeen as your first or second choice to start in September. Or, you may be thinking about applying and starting next year.

I'm in my fourth and final year studying MA Economics and will be graduating in July. It's been a great 4 years and I've really enjoyed the experience and meeting some great people. You will definitely enjoy Aberdeen if you go!

So, if any of you have any particular questions about Aberdeen uni or Aberdeen in general, don't be afraid to ask!

I managed to secure a graduate job in Aberdeen, starting in September, so I'll still be around!

-Adam

I was thinking about applying to Aberdeen during my gap year however I got AABC and the entry requirement for economics is AABB, so I was wondering if there is any point of me applying? And what can I do during my gap year to boost my chances of getting in?

Hello Adam,

I want to apply for September 2015. I´am preparing my application to UCAS. And I have to make a pick, which universities I take. I heard a lot of good things about Aberdeen. My german "Abitur" was not really well (3.0). I want to know, there is a realistic chance to get a seat with these results? You know anything about that? I have already contacted the University but they don't reply yet. So you are my last hope, because I don't want to waste my choice for a University, in which I never have a chance. You know what I mean ?

Of course, I accept any kind of help.

Thank you really much.
Bye (:

I'm afraid I can't really help you as I don't really understand your grading system (I did the IB) but try and get back in touch with the university.

They are very flexible on grades, so don't worry too much!

I'm not sure if these has been asked yet (sorry if they have), but I have a few questions:

1) What is the city like in terms of places other than clubs to socialize? And are they expensive? It can be quite an expensive city if you don;t hit the right places. Generally, as a student you'll get by just fine as most places do student discount.
There are plenty of sports and societies to get involved in that'll show you things to do other than clubbing.

2) What are halls/accommodation like? Prices, state of buildings, how far from uni, and the like? As a first year, would you suggest I move into halls or off campus housing?
Hillhead is the main first year accommodation, and it lies about 10-15 minute walk away to the university through seaton park. Halls ranged from a bit grim (Hector Boece a.k.a the Ghetto) to really quite nice (New Carnegie). However, this was in my first year, and hear all halls have been renovated.
Other accommodation choices include Spring Gardens which is near the city centre - about a 20-25 minute walk to uni, King Street Exchange - about a 5 minute walk to uni, and The Old Fire House - 10-15 minute walk to uni.
I would recommend staying in uni accommodation rather than private in 1st year as this is where most of the socialising outside uni will take place. You can move to private accommodation in second year after you've met people.

3) Are there any natural type areas nearby, for example forests or mountains or anywhere to go hiking/walking in general? There are a variety of parks nearby. Seaton Park, right near Hillhead has the River Don running through it which is a nice walk but not really a hike. There are other parks dotted round the city too but for proper hiking you'd need to venture out to Aberdeenshire. The beach is a great place for a walk too.

4) Do you know anyone on the medical course, and what they think of it? I know it has high reviews, but if I can I'd like some student views...
I'm sharing a course atm witch a few Medical students who chose to do an additional year to gain extra letters at the end of their name. I gather the medical course is pretty full on all the way through, especially in the final years with placements and whatnot. The main grievance with the medics I've spoken too is the lack of skills they've picked up from their medical courses that help them with the more molecular side of things in their intercalated year. However, if you don't do an intercalated year this won't be an issue. Also, interdepartmental communication is a big problem in the uni, so things often go wrong, lectures are canceled or something is cocked up when info is passed from department to department.

5) About the staff... Are they supportive? Are the lecturers and TAs helpful? Meh, it's a mixed bag. Some are really nice and helpful, others are dicks.


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Hope that's all coherent. I've had a bit of wine.

Again, I'm sorry for the late reply to this thread!

a) In 2nd year, you have an opportunity to study abroad and this is well publicised. I didn't go away as I wasn't ready to do something like that at the time. If I had the opportunity now, I definitely would!

b) There is lots of part time work available. From working behind a bar, in a nightclub, in a shop etc. I worked as a part-time photographer at a nightclub for about 18 months.

c) There are a lot of local venues playing various genres. Edinburgh is around a 3 to a 3 1/4 hour drive away. Expect a lot of the clubs in Aberdeen to play the usual chart/dance, but there are some venues that play house music and some are exclusively rock and even motown on selected nights. Additionally, there are a number of pubs which do acoustic nights.

Adam