Studying a pathway programme at the International Study Centre makes it possible for you to study at one of the United Kingdom’s oldest universities. Established in 1495, the University is defined by a long history of academic success and research excellence, combined with a modern approach to teaching and learning. With help and support from University staff and fellow students, you will graduate with the skills you need to change the world.Prepare for undergraduate or postgraduate study at a UK university with the International Study Centre and benefit from unparalleled student support and excellent academic preparation. The University of Aberdeen International Study Centre is your first step to achieving your degree from one of the UK’s oldest universities. We are based on the University of Aberdeen campus, so you can feel integrated into university life from your very first day. As an International Study Centre student, you will firstly be based with us to develop the skills you need to progress to degree-level study. You will be living and learning with other international students, discovering university and UK life together. If you are on one of our undergraduate pathways, you spend the first or the second year of your degree with us before transitioning to the University for the remainder of your degree. Those on a postgraduate pathway will spend between ten and twelve weeks at the International Study Centre before beginning their Master's degree. In 2020, 97% of our first cohort of students who completed their preparation programme at the International Study Centre were offered a place to study their degrees at the University of Aberdeen.In its 500+ years of history, the University of Aberdeen has shown its academic excellence through its impressive contributions in scientific research. From engineering to medicine and law to business, Aberdeen has certainly made an impact. There is more to your university experience than what you learn inside the classroom. Discover why being a student in Aberdeen is so fantastic; from societies and clubs, to campus facilities, to the famous Aberdeen Family. Graduate with the practical employability skills necessary to succeed in your career. You will start this preparation at the International Study Centre before before continuing in your undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University. As well as the University’s academic excellence, the city of Aberdeen is also an amazing place to live as a student. Spend your weekends in the city centre or explore the rugged coastline and beautiful countryside - all in the most affordable city in the UK for students (QS Best Student Cities Ranking 2022).StrategyThe University of Aberdeen is committed to delivering outstanding teaching and first class research, and to achieve that, we have put people at the heart of everything that we do.GovernanceThe mission, objectives and targets outlined in our Strategic Plan are approved and monitored by the governance structure of the University Court, which has corporate and legal responsibilities, and the Senatus Academicus (Senate) which is responsible for the regulation and superintendence of teaching and the promotion of research.The General Council comprises all University graduates and certain academic staff and is empowered "to take into consideration all questions affecting the well-being and prosperity of the University, and to make representations from time to time on such questions to the University Court".
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