About ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY, ABERDEEN
Robert Gordon University is a public university in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. It was first started as hospital in the mid-18th century, then a technical college in 1910, and then a modern university in 1992.
It is a creative, accessible, successful and skilled university with a student population of more than 16,000 from more than 174 countries.
Robert Gordon University consists of 11 academic colleges, covering a wide variety of disciplines, including finance, engineering, architecture and the environment, computing, law, nursing, health, and art and design. Both schools offer versatile learning modes; on campus or online; full-time or part-time, with all their degrees established through close collaboration with industry.
The University has been recognized as a Gold Standard institution in the Teaching Excellence Framework and is ranked among the top 20% of the UK's best universities for the quality of their teaching , learning, support and graduate employability.
GU ranks first in Scotland and fourth in the UK for employability, with 97.6 per cent of graduates receiving employment within six months (HESA published 2018). It is also ranked 27th in the world in the QS World University Rankings for Graduate Employabality Rate 2018.
RGU single campus in Aberdeen is located in Garthdee, southwest of the city. All academic departments are situated here, and teaching and research takes place here.
Robert Gordon University Facilities in Campus
- Glass and ceramics workshop,
- Fashion manufacture workshop,
- Painting studios,
- Photographic darkroom studio,
- Printmaking workshop
- Dart simulator,
- Electrical power laboratory,
- Nanocomposite manufacturing facility,
- Wave tank,
- Wind tunnel
- Analytical science lab,
- Cell culture lab,
- Clinical skills centre,
- Human performance laboratory,
- Radiography suite,
- Forensic imaging laboratory,
- Mock crime scene
- Moot court
- Law clinic.
Robert Gordon University Location Specialities
- Abredeen is Scotland's third most populous city, and with more than 25.000 students, this is a vibrant and student-friendly area.
- Aberdeen is ranked among the top 10 university cities in the UK (QS Top Universities 2019) also the best Scottish city and the top 10 in the UK to stay and work (Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities Ranking November 2019)
Robert Gordon University Accommodation
- RBU provides accommodation for first year students who apply within the deadline. It has more than 1,500 places available in university accommodation.
- Accommodation sites are found on campus and in the surrounding area and in the city center of Aberdeen.
- Accommodation options include spacious rooms with shared kitchens and bathrooms. The en-suite rooms are also available.
- The University can also help students find alternative lodging in private residences or apartments.
Awards
- The Sunday Times awarded RGU the title of Best Modern University in the UK for 2012 in its University Guide 2012.
- RGU was also named as Best Modern University in the UK in The Times Good University Guide 2013
Robert Gordon University Ranking
- 83rd in the Times University Guide 2020
- 76th in the Guardian University Guide 2020
- 34th in the world for Graduate Employability Rate; higher than institutions such as Harvard, Oxford and Cambridge (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2019).
Teaching Quality
In 2017, RGU received the TEF Gold Framework of Excellence in teaching.
Academic Divisions
- Aberdeen Business School
- School of Applied Social Studies
- School of Computing Science and Digital Media
- School of Creative and Cultural Business
- School of Engineering
- Gray's School of Art
- School of Health Sciences
- The Law School
- School of Nursing and Midwifery
- School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences]
- The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment
Why ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY, ABERDEEN
- Top in Scotland for graduate employment with 97.6 per cent of respondents entering employment and/or further study within 6 months of graduation
- 2nd in the UK and 46th in the world for graduate employment
- Gold Rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and ranked among the top 20 per cent of the UK's best universities for the quality of our undergraduate teaching and learning.
- 3rd place in Scotland for overall student satisfaction
- 1st place in Scotland and 10th place in the UK for strong industry connections and high-quality facilities
- $120 million invested in the growth of campus, including new, purpose-built classrooms, industry standard equipment and dedicated study spaces
How to Reach? Or Travel
- RGU is a 15-minute bus ride from the city centre. City is well connected by rail to other major UK cities.
- Aberdeen is also served by its own airport.
Robert Gordon University Financial Aid
- RGU awards more than 3,000 GBP yearly as a discount towards postgraduate research tuition fees to international students.
- The university also awards more than 2,000 GBP yearly discounts towards Master's course tuition fees to international students.
- Financial aid to international students include grants, scholarships, student jobs, and graduate fellowships,
- Chevening Scholarship: Chevening Scholarship is funded by the UK Government to award international students in order to develop global leaders. The amount covers full Scholarship which includes flights, accommodation, and course fees. Eligible students are typically one year Master’s degree students.
- Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to international undergraduate students admitted to study any undergraduate degree at RGU. With the varying amount, the application is done online and applicants are expected to submit a scholarship application form, including a 500 words statement of support.
- RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students: This is an entrance financial aid awarded to international self-funded students, studying full time on-campus undergraduate courses entering into year one or year two. The amount is 3,000 GBP discount awarded towards one year of undergraduate tuition fees
Famous Aluminis
- Gordon Duthie (born 1987), musician, singer/songwriter
- Ola Gorie, jewellery designer
- Maxwell Hutchinson, architect and broadcaster, guitarist with Lene Lovich
- Eilidh Middleton, equestrian competitor
- Hannah Miley, swimmer and Olympian
- Callum Innes, Turner Prize-nominated artist
- Titi Horsfall, author
Robert Gordon University Application Process
Application portal:
- Undergraduate:
- Graduate: RGU Online Application or RGU Direct Application
Application fee: Undergraduate: UCAS applicants pay 20-25 GBP.
Graduate: NA
Application deadline:
- UG Courses: January 15 (UCAS); May 1 (Common application)
- PG Courses: There is no set closing date for PG courses. However, it’s recommended to check for the deadline on the relevant course page.
Supporting documents:
Undergraduate:
- SQA Higher or GCE A Level or Irish Leaving Certificate Higher or IB Diploma or their equivalents
- Academic transcripts
- Interviews (if required)
- References
- Proof of English Language proficiency
- Portfolio
- Copy of Passport with photograph page
- Proof of Sponsorship or Scholarship
- Specific program requirements
Graduate:
- Official copies of Academic Transcripts
- Official copies of College or University Certificate
- Copy of Passport with photograph page
- CV
- Letters of Reference
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
- Evidence of Sponsorship or Scholarship (if applicable)
- Interviews (if required)
- Portfolio
- Specific program requirement
Robert Gordon University English Language Requirements:
Undergraduates:
- IELTS: 6.0 or equivalent, with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL: 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
- PTE: 56 overall and a minimum of 51 in all components.
PostGraduate:
- IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent, with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL: 88 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
- PTE: 61 overall and a minimum of 51 in all components.
The Requirements may Defer for some Programs.
Robert Gordon University English language requirements
| Qualification | Reading | Writing | Speaking | Listening | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 |
| IELTS Indicator | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 |
| Linguaskill | 165 | 165 | 165 | 165 | 170 |
| PTE Academic | 51 | 51 | 51 | 51 | 56 |
| TOEFL iBT & MyBest™ | 18 | 17 | 20 | 17 | 80 |
| TOEFL iBT - Special Home Edition | 18 | 17 | 20 | 17 | 80 |
| Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency, C1 Advanced, and B2 First | 162 | 162 | 162 | 162 | 169 |
