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Sort:Latest reviewsThe support has been absolutely amazing. They have help for everything and they are so welcoming. I have had no issues with this university and I am loving my university life
It is an AMAZING place to study, especially because of the library. The building has 7 floors and an entry only reserved for students. I honestly don’t see how it could be improved because it also has very flexible opening hours and it is almost always open during exam season.
Great campus with a nice atmosphere, however disability support needs to improved. They need to listen to disabled students and provide what we are asking rather than assume.
The location of the Uni is excellent, the availability of accommodation makes me worry less about whether or not I can find an affordable flat for this year and the next, the student Union building has lots of amenities, it's easy to contact your student representatives to give feedback for classes and Primo Ex Libris will sometimes have digitized copies of some of my required reading, saving me money. The 24 hours opening time of Sir Duncan Rice during exam season is also helpful.
the libraries are great and the Foresterhill campus is a nice place to study
18-24 years
Staff members are generally friendly , and AUSA makes the experience really pleasant. However the system for CS students could be improved. More practical assignments and more preparation for exams would be highly benefitital.
Nice community could do with a student union bar
Being in Aberdeen ,
the campus is beautiful and the staff is amazing. the student union could do with a few extra facilities and more involvement
I love where the university is located within the city. The university could improve by adding more activities to include more international people, things like the acs which has really started to grow help’s people not feel left out and gives them familiar faces to be around.
Student union to be open for longer and alcohol served at night for a place near university to go out
I would love it if the university got lockers that you can hire. If I want to go to the gym or work directly after class and need a change of clothes, I need to haul it with me around the uni. Bus transport takes up to much time for me to be able to go home to collect the things I need afer school.
18-24 years
The worst part was powering through courses because I had already enrolled in it. I enjoyed the facilities, especially the sir duncan library and the science teaching hub. Some of the lecturers are quite supportive. The University is not far away from the city.
The best experience is easily the sir Duncan Rice Library as its a very good space to study although the cafe is extortionate and it often means that you have to go elsewhere to quickly grab food or drinks. Though the water machines are amazing on each floor! Another thing that would be good is if they would get a few of each book required by some courses for heavy demand as this past term I couldn't afford the book and had to wait until it was returned the next day to be able to use it although the library staff where very helpful and managed o direct me to some similar books to help in the meantime. The next best thing would definitely be the clubs that are offered and encouraged! I joined the rowing club Aberdeen and its amazing especially because everyone is so lovely and welcoming and meeting people from RGU is also very good fun and fantastic chance to make more friends. The uni is very good with communicating and are very open and helpful if you're confused or in need of help. The emails we get from relevent departments every month are also a welcome addition
Generally, the course and support have been really great- it would be even better if the student union had a dedicated building and could provide better facilities. They don’t have much at the moment, and as a result, student don’t really engage with them much!
Campus layout make everything accessible and the overall student life is great. The student union could be improved (cheaper restaurantes and places to study.
I love the old building and that all the main lecture halls are close together as well as the library being very nearby. The new science hub has really helped my chemistry understanding. I do think the timetables for engineering is always clashing with other subjects and usually everyday has back to back lectures, making it hard to find time for breaks.
There are enough things to do to not get bored but it's not as busy as bigger cities. I like that you can pick courses from other disciplines with leftover credits. I think the biggest issue is that sometimes courses lack a bit of organisation, though this has been affected by covid obviously.
Most facilities are very good and student support well-developed. Unfortunately, our medical campus is far from the main campus. That not only limits our social opportunities, but also makes us miss out on many events etc.
4.4
Not to be biased, but Aberdeen is amazing. The students union is always there to lend a helping hand no matter what. You can walk in, talk to a representative about a problem and have the problem be sorted pretty much right away. The uni itself is brilliant. The departments and teaching staff are always there to help and give extensions when needed or point you in the direction you need to go. In my first semester Have been elected onto student council and have the opportunity to see first hand how supportive the university and students union is. I am able to see the inner workings and behind the scenes of how much dedication is put into making sure students are properly supported and represented. The facilities are great and there are so many support desks and services available for students with a hotline open all night. The library is great and offers many different areas to not just study but also socialise with friends and course mates. There are a number of cafes on the campus and a dedicated free student bus to and from campus. With beautiful sights all round, lots of nightlife (and cheap nightlife), so many societies and sports clubs, and brilliant departments, Aberdeen is brilliant!
In first year, we're already introduced to the number of different careers and internships available. There is a brilliant careers service on campus willing to help with cv's and looking for internships/placements. The tutor, lecturers and course coordinators are all very receptive and eager to help. Meetings are held every two months within each department, where student representatives feedback to staff to see where support may be needed, what works and what doesn't. The facilities on site are great, very easy to use and find. The course itself is also great. Like I said, it's challenging without being too challenging. It challenges what you previously have thought rather than challenges your ability to learn. Although if the course isn't for you, you can easily transfer onto another course.
All university owned halls are at Hillhead. Hillhead is at max a 15 minute walk to Old Aberdeen Campus. It also has buses that run through that can take you into town, to the beach or take you to the two campuses. I currently live in halls in a catered block. It's the only catered block onsite. It's pretty good value for money and your catered card can be used in the cafeteria, the food court in the union and at most of the cafes on campus. The room itself is pretty standard whilst also being fairly spacious. The bathroom and showers are shared and the block is corridor style rather than flat. However, the toilets, showers and kitchens are cleaned every weekday by cleaners. The only thing you have to do is wash up after yourself and keep your room tidy. I've never not felt safe whilst on campus, at Hillhead or when I've been on a night out in town. At Hillhead there are SRA's which are student resident assistants and they're open from 6pm to 6am, host game nights, cooking nights and is just nice place to relax with friends. There are also indoor tennis courts and music rooms at Hillhead.