University of Aberdeen What's On

27/08/2024

TechFest are hosting Aberdeen's Science Festival from 21 - 28 September, and it's one not to miss! Make sure you check out the the events they have on offer, fun for all the family and free! 🥳

🔬 Aberdeen Science Festival 2024: Fringe Events Spotlight! 🌟

Join us for a series of fascinating FREE events that explore science, history, and innovation:

Café Sci – Scotland’s Prehistoric Geometry 🗿 - 4th September

Doors Open Day at the Institute of Medical Sciences 🧬 - 7th September

The Orkney Cancer Gene: Discovery and Lessons 🧪 - 18th September

For more information and to book your free tickets click here: https://www.explorathon.co.uk/events-programme/

29/07/2024

Head along to the Zoology museum to explore the fantastic displays and have a go at the fun activities including the Lego trail! 🤖

⭐️Open from 10am - 4pm, Monday to Friday and entry is free!
➡️Find out more: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/collections/whats-on/20866

21/06/2024

Join us for a workshop hosted by the School of Psychology on interdisciplinary psychology research that will include talks and panel discussions on Wednesday 26 June from 1pm - 5pm.

Hear from our invited speakers will share their work which bridges psychology with other disciplines, including health and AI, leading to cutting-edge research., and learn what working on interdisciplinary research entails and how to begin the journey.

Find out more: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/20865/

18/06/2024

The North East Decides General Election Hustings

Meet with some of the North East candidates and hear their party's priorities ahead of the General Election. This Hustings is being hosted in partnership with Prosper. FREE event, Open to all!

Find out more and register to attend here: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/20856/

20/05/2024

🎼Don't miss out on this opportunity to see our wonderful choir perform at St Andrew’s Cathedral (King St., Aberdeen) on Saturday 8 June from 7.30pm.

Find out more here: https://tinyurl.com/2s46m3r4

09/05/2024

Interested in the culture and history of NE Scotland (15th to 18th century) and making links to the present? Come along to this free event on Saturday 18th May!

http://abdn.io/EK

08/05/2024

20/02/2024

16/02/2024

The University is celebrating Seachdain na Gàidhlig/World Gaelic Week (19th to 25th February) with a series of talks, events and activities for staff, students and the public. Come and join us!

Tha an t-Oilthigh a’ comharrachadh Seachdain na Gàidhlig (19mh gu 25mh Gearran) le sreath de òraidean, thachartasan agus ghnìomhan do luchd-obrach, oileanaich agus am poball - http://abdn.io/pe

06/02/2024

We're thrilled to announce a special programme of events to celebrate International Women's Day and the people behind the incredible research that's been making a difference and breaking boundaries.

Dive deep into equality, inclusion, and diversity with captivating talks from speakers who'll share their inspiring career journeys and personal challenges. Find out more about our events: http://abdn.io/mM

30/01/2024

🐉 Celebrate Chinese New Year and the year of the Dragon at the Tivoli Theatre, Aberdeen with the Universitys Confucius Institute on Saturday 24 or Sunday 25 February. Find out more and reserve tickets before they are sold out ⬇️

29/01/2024

As we prepare to announce our exciting plans for this year's International Women's Day celebrations we are looking back at previous events and the inspirational speakers we have been lucky to hear from. Watch the recording from last year to hear some motivating stories from our guests Rosalind Main, Ceewhy Ochoga and Professor Devi Sridhar.

🤩Watch this space to find out who are speakers will be this year and help us to for !

Recording of the University of Aberdeen's International Women's Day 2023 virtual event, recorded live on 8th March 2023.Vice Principal (Education) Professor ...

24/01/2024

Our annual Founders' Day Chapel service will take place at 11am on Saturday 10 February in the King's College Chapel. The service will feature the wonderful King's College Chapel Choir.

So join us as we pay tribute to our historic origins as an ancient University and celebrate the support of our benefactors over the centuries. Booking is required. All are welcome!

Find out more and book here: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/19919/

23/01/2024

Discover the art of Tai Chi! Join our course taught by Matthew Knight at Dunbar Street Hall, Old Aberdeen. Improve posture, reduce stress, and enhance well-being.

Classes start this Wednesday at 12pm. Register on our website now.

19/01/2024

Are you looking for a lunchtime activity? On the last Thursday of each month the Museum and Special Collections team will host a 'Lunchtime Doodle' at the Biodiversity Centre in the Zoology Building.
🎨Get your creative flair going and pop along to one of the sessions from 12.30pm - 1.30pm.

New for 2024, the Museums & Special Collections Lunchtime Doodle on the last Thursday of every month. Relax and enjoy some mindful moments as you investigate and draw specimens and artefacts from the University collections. You don't have to be an artist; these sociable sessions are more about having a go and enjoying seeing some of our collections close-up.

The first doodle is on Thursday 25 January, 12:30-13:00 in the Zoology Building. We’ll be sketching some “Timorous Beasties” for Burns Night. Pencils and paper provided!

For details and to book, visit our What’s On page http://abdn.io/jh or email [email protected]

15/01/2024

Cafe Scientifique - Aberdeen City will host their first event of the year that will focus on 'How do animals build themselves?' with Dr Thomas Hiscock from the Institute of Medical School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition - University of Aberdeen.

Dr Hiscock will describe how mathematics – and in particular the pioneering work of the famous code-breaker Alan Turing – helps us to understand the mysterious ways in which simple embryos self-assemble into complex animals. Come along and join us for this interesting talk from 7pm at the Aberdeen Art Gallery.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/47A6v2m

Our 2024 Cafe's start on 31 January with a talk from Dr Thomas Hiscock about how animals build themselves from a simple embryo into the complex species we see.

Book now to confirm your place at https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/19855/

08/01/2024

The University's Zoology Museum is open Monday to Friday from 10am until 4pm and admission is free of charge! We run guided tours on a Wednesday lunchtime led by students from our Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Come along and step into a world of skeletons and specimens, reptiles, fish, primates and more. Fun for all the family! Find out more: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/19901/

13/12/2023

Go behind the scenes of the Royal Institution of Great Britain world famous Christmas Lecture series! We are excited to have partnered with TechFest to bring you the livestream of the 2023 lecture with Professor Mike Woolridge who will tackle the big questions and unravel the myths of AI research 🧠.

Come along on Thursday and Saturday from 5.15pm to King's College Conference Centre, £2 for entry. Find out more: https://bit.ly/47Uw2Ee

13/12/2023

Are you looking for something fun to do with pre-school aged children this weekend?

The Confucius Institute Aberdeen are hosting their monthly Mandarin bookbug session on Saturday from 10.30am - 11.30am. You don’t have to be a Chinese speaker to enjoy the session, it’s a great opportunity to spend some time with your little one and maybe learn something new together - plus it's free and no booking is required 😊.

More info: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/19123/

08/12/2023

The countdown is officially on for the Royal Institution of Great Britain Christmas Lectures and we are very excited to be one of the venues streaming the live-show in partnership with TechFest!

Find out more about the world of Artificial Intelligence and join us next week on Tuesday 12, Thursday 14 and Saturday 16 December.

Join us next week as we team up with the University of Aberdeen to present the live stream of this year's CHRISTMAS LECTURES from the Royal Institution! 🌟

Join us as this year Professor Mike Wooldridge will be exploring the truth behind Artificial Intelligence (AI), the most rapidly evolving field of science. We recommend this event for young people aged 11 upwards, but people of all ages can come and watch the magic of the Lectures unfold in real time as they’re filmed in front of an audience in the Ri’s Theatre in London. They’ll have the chance to get involved with hands-on activities, and be the first to learn the truth about AI.

📅 Mark your calendars:

December 12th, December 14th & December 16th

Book your spot now for each lecture using the link below and embark on a journey into the fascinating realm of AI! 🚀

https://techfest.org.uk/news-events/news/item/335-royal-institution-christmas-lectures

16/11/2023

⭐Join TechFest for an incredible journey this December!⭐

Techfest have partnered with the University of Aberdeen to bring you the livestream of this year's Christmas Lectures from the Royal Institution of Great Britain! Get ready to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of AI together with Professor Mike Wooldridge. Don't miss out on this incredible experience 🤖.

More information: https://bit.ly/3SFpZi8

15/11/2023

🧠How do our brains process information about other people? Find out how with the remarkable and professional mad scientist, Dr. Vivienne Ming!

TechFest will host an event 'The Neuroscience of Trust' on Friday 17 November at the Fraser Noble Building from 6.30pm. Dr. Ming will discuss the complexities of trust and how our brains perceive others, plus insights will be shared on building trust in diverse teams and overcoming biases that hinder effective hiring and team development.

🎟️For more information visit here - https://bit.ly/47APnd1

27/10/2023

TEDxAberdeen is coming to the University of Aberdeen!

TEDxAberdeen have partnered with the University of Aberdeen and will host a TEDxSalon event exploring Aberdeen's role in the energy transition. The event will be hosted at the Science Teaching Hub on Friday 10 November.

Aberdeen has a long and proud history as the oil capital of Europe, now the city is at the forefront of the energy transition, a complex and challenging process. But, it is also an opportunity for the region to create new jobs, grow its economy, and become a leader in the global clean energy industry.

Speakers at this event will share their insights on the latest technologies, policies, and impacts of renewable energy. A panel discussion will follow.

For more information and to register visit here: https://bit.ly/3QmrYW6

27/10/2023

Join Business School, University of Aberdeen for the 2023 Watt Hepburn Lecture featuring Paralympic Cyclist and Honorary Graduate Neil Fachie OBE.

Neil will talk about his book, Amazon bestseller, ‘Earn Your Stripes: Gold Medal Insights for Business and Life’, and share insights into his career from Athlete to Business Coach and Author.

Thursday 2nd November 6pm - 7.30pm at the King's College Conference Centre, University of Aberdeen.

This is a free event, and everyone is welcome, find out more and book here: www.abdn.ac.uk/events/19409/

24/10/2023

Looking for something to do this week? 👀 Check out the last of our great events celebrating Black History Month.

Events will take place this week as part of Black History Month. October is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the extraordinary contributions that Black people have made in the UK and beyond. Check out the events on our website - http://abdn.io/5u

05/10/2023

Make sure to pick up the physical edition of our events guide, now available at the Elphinstone Institute (MacRobert Building). See the digital version here:https://www.abdn.ac.uk/elphinstone/documents/2023-24_Elphinstone_Institute_Events_Guide_Online.pdf