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I’ve been accepted to Aberdeen Uni, Im 17, will the social life be ok?

Pretty much just the title, what’s the social life like?

I can’t speak about Aberdeen specifically but remember there’s loads of Scottish students who will still be 17 during freshers and beyond!

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University of Strathclyde Student Ambassador

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Original post by anrii

Pretty much just the title, what’s the social life like?

Hi @anrii,
Congratulations on your acceptance offer !
Although I didn't go to Aberdeen, I did move away and go to Uni (in Glasgow) at 17. I stayed in halls and felt involved in the social side of uni. My age never really came up unless they were headed out to a club. Quite a lot of the time there was a lot going on on campus and in the student halls.
Mostly all of the freshers events I was able to attend if I wanted to. There was sports fairs, brand freshers fairs, quizzes, activities organised and lots more. Check on the university website/ there students union to see if anything has been advertised yet.
Joining societies on offer is also an excellent way to meet others and socialise. Plus you'll meet people at your classes.
Best wishes for uni - Catherine (Strathclyde University Student Ambassador)

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UoA Enquiry Team

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Original post by anrii

Pretty much just the title, what’s the social life like?

I would definitely agree with what Catherine from Strathclyde has said above. Going out for drinks will be limited by you being 17, but that's really the only thing joining at 17 will affect there are lots of other opportunities to socialise. You'll be able to meet people in your classes which will be a great chance to get to know people studying your subject. There's also the people you will be living with and around in accommodation, and there are a huge variety of student societies that will be running events which are great for meeting people based on any shared interests you might already have or would like to get involved in: https://www.ausa.org.uk/getinvolved/activities/
Having studied at Aberdeen a few years ago, I can't recommend getting involved in societies enough! May not be for you but personally I think it's great to give a few a try (even just for a couple events) through first year and find one or two you want to get more involved in at your time at uni. Just really good to have that sense of community when you're moving to a new place.

There's also a bunch of information on what we'll be offering during the welcome week here: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/new-students/index.php

Hope this advice is helpful and if you have any more questions about societies and social activities in Aberdeen then let me know!

- Matthew, Enquiry Team