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title: "Abertay University — check charity number SC016040 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Abertay University a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016040. the advancement of education charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/abertay-university
retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:59:44.209Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Abertay University is a registered charity (number SC016040) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £42,556,200 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about Abertay University?

Registered charity number

SC016040

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Educational endowment

Location

Dundee City

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£42,556,200

Website

[www.abertay.ac.uk](http://www.abertay.ac.uk/)

## What does Abertay University do?

Home to approximately 4,000 students, our exciting range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses are designed to prepare students to meet the demands of the modern workplace and make their mark in a variety of industries. Many of our degrees have work placements and industry experience built in, which ensures they hit the ground running

## What causes is Abertay University registered for?

the advancement of education

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Abertay University yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Abertay University is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Abertay University a legitimate charity?

Yes. Abertay University is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016040) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Abertay University's charity number?

Abertay University's charity number is SC016040. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC016040?

Search SC016040 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Abertay University do?

Home to approximately 4,000 students, our exciting range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses are designed to prepare students to meet the demands of the modern workplace and make their mark in a variety of industries. Many of our degrees have work placements and industry experience built in, which ensures they hit the ground running

Does Abertay University have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Abertay University. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Abertay University?

Abertay University's website is http://www.abertay.ac.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC016040).