Advantages: Teaching, support, facilities, fun
Disadvantages: Weather, city, house prices

...Aberdeen – the Granite City. Aberdeen is in the north-east of Scotland, and has two universities – the Robert Gorgon (RGU), and Aberdeen University – the latter being the fourth oldest uni in Britain. Both universities have campuses spread out over the city, but their main buildings are close to the centre. First the good points… Aberdeen University is great – they do plenty of courses and they are flexible (so you can change courses right up to the last year, and also change uni’s if you want). The teaching staff are better than average and technically, it seems well equipped. Unless you are a medical student, most classes/lectures are held around the Old Aberdeen part of town which is nice for its architecture and charm. There are certainly a few nice buildings around and good transport links to the city centre. The Uni owns... Read review

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Advantages: Warm friendly atmosphere, good courses, great pastoral care, good transport links - very friendly!!
Disadvantages: Icy pavements in winter and the city is far from most other cities

...Deciding which university to attend is always a difficult decision to make. My decision to come to Aberdeen to study at Aberdeen University admittedly was a last minute one (that is another story…) and although it is far different to what I expected it to be, I’m glad I made the decision to move up here. Aberdeen is a beautiful city, despite what people say about Aberdeen being ‘dull’ and ‘grey’ it is incredibly picturesque be it during the night or throughout the day. Last night for example, my flatmate and I went to take some photos of the city at night for a website that is being developed and the scenery was stunning. A dark sky backdrop with little lights lining the horizon and the beauty of scenery doesn’t stop there by any means… During the day the architecture of the city can be admired for as long as one wishes. Around every... Read review

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Advantages: Great University; good nightlife; top law school.
Disadvantages: What a dump.

...blocks of flats dotted around the eastern end of the city, and the rich oil barons and businessmen who visit the swanky hotels, live in the glorious west end townhouses and yet no doubt wish the oil capital of Europe was on the south coast of France. Having spent a summer in Aberdeen, seeing how the city survives when the students who attend Aberdeen University, Robert Gordon University, Northern College, Aberdeen College or any of the other seats of education in the city have all buggered off home, I can safely say that it is these students who keep the pulse of the city going and prevent it from becoming Dundee. The first two years of my course at Aberdeen University were a blast – I lived in Johnston Halls for my first year, along with the sons and daughters of most of the major landowners in England and Wales, and in Spring... Read review

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Advantages: Good courses, teaching methods, and transport.
Disadvantages: Weather!

...Where to begin... The main campus of the University of Aberdeen is located in Old Aberdeen, to the North West of the city, just south of the River Don. It is ten minute walk from the main campus to the city centre, and there is a bus route that runs from campus to centre every 15 minutes during term time. There are over 12,000 students studying at the University of Aberdeen, of 115 different nationalities. The University also takes part in exchanges with universities both in North America (21 in total), and in European countries (19 in total) through Socrates/Erasmus. I met three of my best friends when they came to Aberdeen through the exchange scheme. One friend from Rhodes University in Tennessee, USA, one from Haverford, Pennsylvania,USA and one from University of Oregon, USA. There are 450 different courses offered... Read review

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Advantages: Placement year, Strong industry ties, comprehensive list of courses
Disadvantages: Currently switching between campuses, Cost of living in Aberdeen is rather high

...I've just finished my first year at The Rober Gordon University (RGU) studying BSc. Computer Network Management and Design and have found it to be a fantastic experience, despite the fact that they are in the process of moving all the old buildings in the city centre campus out to Garthdee. Firstly The Pros: One Year Placement: RGU offers a one year placement on many courses, allowing students to gain invaluable experience in industry while earning some extra cash. As most employers now require you have at least a years experience it's no surprise this is one of the key factors for many students deciding where to study. Strong industry ties: RGU prides itself in being one of the most well connected universities in the world, inviting in guest industry speakers and offering industry body accredited training and qualifications... Read review

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Advantages: Free admission, Lovely interior and building
Disadvantages: Opening times and parking

...Aberdeen Art Gallery is the main art gallery in the City of Aberdeen and was designed by Alexander Marshall McKenzie.It is located in the City centre close to Union Street -the city's main shopping street. The Art Gallery is very easy to find as it is located in Schoolhill which is just off Union street. The Aberdeen Art Gallery has large collection of displays on the city's rich cultural heritage as well as arts from all over the UK. There is a large collection of works of art, including outstanding examples of Modern Art, which appeals to visitors of all ages. It opened in in 1885 and is one of the city's most popular tourist attractions along with the Aberdeen Maritime Museum and Codonas and it regular changes its displays as well as hosting a number of special exhibitions, events and activities. There is also... Read review

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Advantages: Quality courses
Disadvantages: Can get very cold!

...Situated in the North East of Scotland, Aberdeen University is a quality educational establishment offering everything that an under graduate needs to get through higher education. A wide range of courses are offered and take place in a variety of buildings situated throughout the city. The quality of lectures and tutorials for me at least were more than adequate and never hindered the busy social agenda of a student. Once you got over the chilling North Sea wind that is part of Aberdeen for many months of the year, the City has plenty to offer. The campus accommodation is just about OK but there are plenty of flats available to students. Watch the prices though, the oil industry has pushed the cost of living up (but the prices are not as high as say Edinburgh).... Read review

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Advantages: Placement Year
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...I chose The Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen because of its reputation of having close links with Industry. It has a very wide range of Courses, many of which are "Sandwich" courses. These Sandwich Courses include a year working for a company in your chosen Industry. I am studying for a BSc(Hons) in Computer Science and I'm currently approaching the end of my Placement year. The University's close links with Indsutry, and the experience that is gained by undergraduates on their placement year, stands them in very good stead for gaining employment after graduation. As well as providing a very high level of academic teaching, the university prides itself on it's practical (hands on) approach to learning. I feel that Robert Gordons University is well worth consideration by people looking for a well rounded approach... Read review

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Advantages: Location, Cost.
Disadvantages: None

...Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen This hotel is a modern, purpose built hotel with 155 bedrooms. We Stayed at this Hotel on Friday the 18th and Saturday the 19th of May 2007. We were meeting two of our Ciao friends and wanted somewhere near central Aberdeen. Location: Chapel Street, off Union Street; the main thoroughfare of Aberdeen, with The Bon Accord Shopping Centre and various pubs, eateries and lots of little side streets with exclusive shops. Cost: Four person bedroom: double bed and sofa bed: £55.00 per room, per night. The main Entrance has a Small reception area with a few comfortable sofas and a bar area to the left with further comfortable seating, coffee tables and two large screen televisions. The staff were very friendly and courteous and gave us a warm welcome. A little further along is the dining area... Read review

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Advantages: Central, friendly and good deals
Disadvantages: Pricey

...The Thistle Caledonian Aberdeen is sited at 10-14 Union Terrace, Aberdeen, Only a few minutes walk (even for me) from the railway station. Though there is parking available as well so you can drive to it. A friend and I were going to Aberdeen to attend a conference and AGM and accommodation was at a premium. I use hotel Connexions to find cheap accommodation and they came up with the 'Cally' as locals and taxi drivers call it. For myself and a friend we could get a twin room plus breakfast for £120. I booked it there and then, incurring a £2 booking fee but by then i was getting desperate as I wanted somewhere near the station and also near the Beach leisure Centre for the venue of AGM, conference and dance. We arrived at 12:45 but could not get access to the rooms till 2:00pm. this was pushing it a bit but the very friendly... Read review

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