University of Aberdeen
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University of Aberdeen
The University of Aberdeen is a public research university located in Aberdeen, Scotland. It is one of the oldest universities in the United Kingdom, with a history dating back to 1495.
Pronunciation
The University of Aberdeen is pronounced as /ˌæbərˈdiːn/.
Etymology
The name "Aberdeen" comes from the Old English word "Aberdon," which means "at the mouth of the Don." The "University" part of the name refers to the institution's status as a place of higher learning.
Related Terms
- Higher Education: The level of education that follows secondary education, often at a college or university.
- Research University: A university that is committed to research as a central part of its mission.
- Public University: A university that is predominantly funded by public means through a national or subnational government.
- Scotland: A country that is part of the United Kingdom, located in the northern third of the island of Great Britain.
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