Aberdeen University Students Association
- Country
- Scotland
- Charity number
- SC037971
- Status
- Active
- Reporting
- Up to date Last filed April 20, 2026. Filing history
- Registered
- March 22, 2007
- Legal form
- Unincorporated association
Address
- Address
- c/o University of Aberdeen
The Students Union
Elphinstone Road
Aberdeen
AB24 3TU
Contact
- Website
ausa.org.uk
Activities
'It makes grants, donations or gifts to organisations','It carries out activities or services itself'
'the prevention or relief of poverty','the advancement of education','the advancement of health','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science','the advancement of public participation in sport','the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended','the promotion of religious or racial harmony','the promotion of equality and diversity'
Aberdeen University Students’ Association (AUSA) is a charity that enhances the student experience by representing, supporting, and engaging students at the University of Aberdeen. It represents students through elected officers and representatives, ensuring student views inform university decisions. AUSA supports student-led activities such as sports clubs, societies, and volunteering by providing funding and guidance, helping students develop skills and build community. It also offers independent advice and advocacy on academic, disciplinary, and personal matters, supporting student wellbeing. AUSA is governed by a Board of Trustees and works in partnership with the University, using its income to deliver services and activities that provide public benefit through education, inclusion, and community engagement.
Beneficiaries: 'Other defined groups','Other charities or voluntary bodies'
Objectives: the prevention and relief of poverty of students the advancement of citizenship and community development the advancement of education the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture and science the advancement of health among students the organisation of recreational activities for students who have need of them by reason of financial hardship or other disadvantage the promotion of religious and racial harmony the promotion of equality and diversity the promotion of charitable fundraising activities
Geography
- Main operating location
- Aberdeen
- Geographical spread
- Scotland and other parts of the UK
Finances
| Period end | Filed | Income | Expenditure | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 31, 2025 | April 20, 2026On time | £1,528,389 | £1,561,290 | 24 |
| July 31, 2024 | April 28, 2025On time | £1,610,331 | £1,683,690 | 40 |
| July 31, 2023 | April 24, 2024On time | £1,643,965 | £1,666,049 | 38 |
| July 31, 2022 | June 30, 202361 days late | £1,481,303 | £1,418,025 | 29 |
| July 31, 2021 | April 27, 2022On time | £1,269,332 | £1,122,464 | 25 |
Due dates are 9 months after the year end, OSCR's deadline, so they don't allow for any extension OSCR has granted.