Department of History, University of Aberdeen

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History colleagues joined others to welcome visitors at today's Open Day, in Elphinstone Hall. If you couldn't make it ...
25/08/2026

History colleagues joined others to welcome visitors at today's Open Day, in Elphinstone Hall. If you couldn't make it along today, we are always keen to hear from prospective applicants, get in touch! https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/

We are getting ready for our Undergraduate Open Day tomorrow! You can still register to attend here: http://abdn.io/2mr
24/08/2026

We are getting ready for our Undergraduate Open Day tomorrow! You can still register to attend here: http://abdn.io/2mr

24/08/2026

Museums have often been viewed as the trusted custodians of collective memories and shared heritage. But what are their ethical responsibilities to the people they claim to represent?

🎧 New podcast for new students!Starting university is exciting, but it can also feel like there's a lot to figure out. O...
19/08/2026

🎧 New podcast for new students!

Starting university is exciting, but it can also feel like there's a lot to figure out. Our new podcast, Find Your True North, is here to help. Across a series of short episodes, you'll hear practical advice from University of Aberdeen students and staff on everything from making friends and settling into student life to study tips and support services. Whether you're joining us this year or still deciding on your next steps, it's the perfect companion before you arrive.

Listen now: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/news/podcasts/find-your-true-north/
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18/08/2026

There’s still time to register for our Open Days!

We are hosting our undergraduate Open Days on the 25th August and 3rd October and there’s still time to register. Visit our beautiful campus and find out more about all our undergraduate degrees. You can register to attend here: http://abdn.io/2mr

Congratulations to everyone who received their A-level results today. Aberdeen has places available in Clearing across a...
13/08/2026

Congratulations to everyone who received their A-level results today. Aberdeen has places available in Clearing across a wide range of fantastic courses, including in History, Humanities and the Social Sciences. Our Clearing Hotline will remain open until 8:00pm today, so whether your results were not what you were hoping for - or you did much better than expected - call us on 01224 274525 or check out https://www.abdn.ac.uk/clearing/ to explore your opportunities or apply online for a quick decision today.

11/08/2026

Fancy a PhD in art history, the visual arts or creative practice? Then look no further!

We're excited to share the first round of fully-funded PhD projects for the AHRC DFA North-Sea Heritage in Transitions, co-hosted by the University of Aberdeen, Robert Gordon University, UHI Orkney and UHI Shetland

Current available projects and application guidelines can be viewed at www.findaphd.com/phds/?Keywords=nht-dfa

Further information about North-Sea Heritage Transitions can be viewed at https://www.abdn.ac.uk/dhpa/disciplines/history-art/research/nht/

The deadline for current applications is 29 August 2026. Any questions should be emailed to [email protected]

Our first ever Scotland: History, Heritage and Culture summer school has involved a number of excursions these last two ...
08/08/2026

Our first ever Scotland: History, Heritage and Culture summer school has involved a number of excursions these last two weeks. On Thursday the group visited National Trust for Scotland Culloden Battlefield & Visitor Centre, with Professor Robert Frost, Dr Brad Bow and PhD student Cameron Flint, to learn about Scotland and the Jacobite cause.

It's been a fabulous start to our first ever Scotland: History, Heritage and Culture summer school. Participants (from t...
04/08/2026

It's been a fabulous start to our first ever Scotland: History, Heritage and Culture summer school. Participants (from the USA, UAE and Finland) have been handling historical sources in class and exploring the best of Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire, with some memorable excursions so far to St Machar's Cathedral, Little Brown Dog Spirits, and East Aquhorthies stone circle.

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