Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University originated with the establishment of Robert Gordon’s Hospital which was set up to provide education to the poor. The institution went through several changes and merges and became Robert Gordon’s Technical College in 1910 and Robert Gordon’s Institute of Technology in 1965. It was only in 1992 that it achieved University status and became Robert Gordon University. RGU has a single campus located in Aberdeen, where all its academic departments are located. The campus consists of innovative and world-class facilities encouraging student independence and innovation.

Robert Gordon University has eleven schools which are divided into a number of departments:

• 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 and Built Environment.

The University focuses on vocational degrees and brands itself as a Professional University. Robert Gordon University has over 16,000 students out of which around 1000 are international students. The University records high graduate employment offering a range of career and placement opportunities to its students.

• Robert Gordon University was named “Scottish University of the Year” by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021.
• The Aberdeen Business School was named “Business School of the Year” by Times Higher Education Awards 2020.
• It ranked 4th in the UK for course satisfaction and 12th for teaching satisfaction by Guardian University Guide 2021.
• Robert Gordon provides the best career services to its students who have completed their graduation or who wish to switch careers.
• The University is located in a vibrant and multicultural city where students can explore new cultures and make the most of their time in University.

Robert Gordon University aims at providing students detailed knowledge about the subject they are pursuing coupled with the necessary training to prepare them for their future. Employers are always looking for graduates with the right knowledge, skills, and attitude which is fit for their organization and the University tries to ensure that their students have all the necessary requirements before joining the job market. There are experienced professionals available to guide students and ensure that they have the practical and professional skills to prepare them for work. While students are pursuing their degrees a wide range of placement and work opportunities are made available to them so that they can gain the necessary work experience. Robert Gordon University ranked 34th in the world, 1st in Scotland, and 4th in the UK for Graduate Employability Rate with 97.6% of its graduates finding employment or further studies six months after graduation.

Some notable alumni of the University include:

• Ola Gorie (Jewellery Designer)
• Stewart Milne (Chairman of Aberdeen)
• Paul Lawrie (Scottish golfer)
• Titi Horsfall (Nigerian author)
• Sharon Bamford (Former Chief Executive of UK India Business Council)

Student services:

Robert Gordon University offers students an amazing study and works environment with a number of social and cultural activities that they can be part of. First-class facilities are available on campus for the advantage of its students. The University gives utmost importance to the academic and career aspect of a students’ life, the Study Skills team provides assistance to students to meet their academic potential and to become more confident and independent people. Placement and part-time job opportunities are made available so that students can earn some extra money and gain some necessary work experience.

Accommodation:

RGU is committed to providing safe, secure, and affordable accommodation to its students. There are four self-catering accommodation options available with different prices, rooms, flats, and locations for students to choose from according to their budget and preference.

Medical services:

The University believes that if its students and staff are healthy then that will lead to increased levels of productivity. Thus, a range of facilities is available on campus to look after their health and wellbeing. Emergency medical services are also available for those who need urgent medical attention. Confidential and professional counseling services for students suffering from any kind of mental problems are provided.

Sports facilities:

RGU launched a range of initiatives and challenges to look after the physical wellbeing of its students and staff. The University has state-of-the-art sports facilities available which include gyms, swimming pools, sports halls, etc.

Clubs and societies:

Every student studying in the University automatically becomes a member of the RGU Union which organizes a number of different activities and opportunities for students to make the most of their time in the University. A number of clubs and societies are present which students can be part of, depending on their interests.