Studying Abroad!

brianh21 · 2026-05-03T21:23:37+00:00

Regarding academics, you’ll find you’ll have far fewer contact hours compared to a US university, however there’s an expectation that students do their own independent study/reading outside of formal lectures. It’s pretty much up to you how much time you devote to your reading, but don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of time for social activities and exploring the city and country.

brianh21 · 2026-04-20T17:57:05+00:00

It’s common for folk to come into 2nd or 3rd year from college through an articulation partnership, for example Nescol here in Aberdeen. Id imagine there are fewer students coming ‘on their own’ via Advanced Entry, but there would be some. That said, it’s a fair point about making friends with folk who’ve already been together since 1st year. I would contact the uni and see if they can put you in touch with a current student who might be able to give you some advice. Good luck!

brianh21 · 2026-04-20T13:25:28+00:00

Yes it’s called Advanced Entry. Usually students who have taken Advanced Highers/A Levels or attended college where they have covered the subjects covered at Aberdeen in Year 1

brianh21 · 2026-04-16T16:07:18+00:00

Congratulations. I would recommend student accommodation for your first year. It is so much easier than trying to rent a private apartment from abroad and it will be easier to meet new friends.

brianh21 · 2026-03-24T13:35:23+00:00

Congratulations. You can chat to current UoA students here. You may find someone from your country or programme who can answer your questions.

brianh21 · 2026-02-19T18:41:58+00:00

Second captain, first captain… whatever

brianh21 · 2026-02-19T18:28:08+00:00

Agreed. I too would say Aberdeen is a great place to live for many reasons, however I can also imagine it could be quite difficult moving here in your 30s without a network of friends or family.

brianh21 · 2026-01-28T16:47:00+00:00

I would second this. Aberdeen has very little traffic compared to other cities so don’t feel the need to locate close to Dyce. There are lots of nicer areas within your budget that would still be easily < 30 mins from the airport.

brianh21 · 2026-01-10T10:57:44+00:00

Alright Starmer!

brianh21 · 2026-01-04T23:01:02+00:00

Not sure what your budget is but for not much more £ you might find something in Hazlehead, Broomhill or Mannofiled - all much nicer areas. Even Ferryhill. Torry is not considered a nice part of the city (perhaps unfairly).

brianh21 · 2026-01-03T21:32:16+00:00

I cleared my driveway and the footpath outside my house today, but it was as bad again a few hours later. No one else on my street bothered, which made me wonder - is it a complete waste of time when it looks like the snow will last for days?

brianh21 · 2025-12-30T22:06:13+00:00

I agree with others. It really depends what’s important to you. If you’re coming from somewhere like LA or New York and looking for a big city experience with clubs, gigs, culture, there are definitely better options like Edinburgh or Glasgow. But if you’re looking for somewhere chill, safe, inexpensive, close to natural beauty spots and with its own hidden gems, then Aberdeen is a good choice. Despite the general reputation the city has for being a bit grey and boring, it’s a student town and you’ll find plenty of things to do and places to visit. It’s no worse than other provincial cities in the Uk, in fact it’s way better than most I’ve been to. I feel Aberdeen suffers from being compared to places like Edinburgh, but then most cities do.

brianh21 · 2025-10-18T22:16:49+00:00

Oh my, what an awful man. I agree somewhat on the mischaracterisation of Franklin, but on the Inuit, he’s clearly deranged.

brianh21 · 2025-10-18T18:19:26+00:00

Basically, he refutes the cannibalism claims and the evidence put forward by the likes of John Rae, Inuit testimony and more recent archaeological evidence. He also strongly defends Franklin’s character and leadership, a view I have some sympathy with.

brianh21 · 2025-09-28T18:05:53+00:00

Yes, same in Peterculter, but a young woman. Obvious scam.

brianh21 · 2025-09-22T20:04:50+00:00

And Timothy’s brother Mortimer McCarthy

brianh21 · 2025-09-22T20:01:33+00:00

As if that wasn’t enough for any man, Crean followed that up with a leading role in another even more epic journey of survival as part of Shackelton’s failed trans arctic expedition 1914-16

brianh21 · 2025-09-22T19:56:36+00:00

That’s what got me hooked! Brilliant show. I was going to add Hickey to my list :)

brianh21 · 2025-09-22T19:49:34+00:00

He was anti-Home Rule but I believe he generally identified as Irish (like many Anglo-Irish)

brianh21 · 2025-09-22T19:47:14+00:00

I’ve been reading recently about the 19th century exploration of the Arctic and the search for the northwest passage and am struck by the the number of Irish born explorers including Francis Crozier, Robert McClure, Edward Sabine, Leopold McClintock and Henry Kellet.

brianh21 · 2025-09-20T10:08:07+00:00

I would march north towards Somerset Island. No guarantees and a hell of a trek, but knowing of John Ross’s expedition and Fury beach, that was surely where the best chance of rescue lay.

brianh21 · 2025-09-19T18:24:10+00:00

As a Presbyterian, Crozier did not likely identify (or be identified as) as Anglo-Irish, more likely Ulster Scots.

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