The University of Aberdeen is a public university. Founded in 1495, it is one of the oldest universities in the UK and receives funding from the Scottish government. As a public institution, it adheres to national education policies and offers subsidized tuition fees for eligible students, particularly those from Scotland and the EU.
The university operates under the governance of the Higher Education Funding Council for Scotland (now part of the Scottish Funding Council). It is renowned for its research contributions and academic programs, serving both domestic and international students while maintaining its status as a publicly funded educational establishment.
