Robert Gordon University (RGU) is a public research university in Scotland, United Kingdom, offering over 300 undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including online programs.

RGU traces its origins back to 1750, when Robert Gordon’s Hospital was established to provide education for underprivileged children from the Burgesses of Guild community in Aberdeen. In 1881, the hospital became Robert Gordon’s College, marking the beginning of its expansion and transformation into one of the UK’s top universities. In 1992, it was granted university status and officially became Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen.

Today, Robert Gordon University continues to grow, enhance its academic programs, and strengthen its global reputation, attracting more students each year.

The RGU campus spans 57 acres along the banks of the River Dee, surrounded by a parkland setting, making it one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. Over £100 million has been invested in its development, and all campus buildings showcase stunning modern architecture.

Robert Gordon University includes the following key buildings:

• Sir Ian Wood Building,
• Aberdeen Business School Building,
• Faculty of Health and Social Care Building,
• RGU SPORT Complex,
• International College (ICRGU) Building,
• Gray’s School of Art and Garthdee House, which houses the administration and the School of Architecture.

The campus provides students with access to over 2,500 computers, state-of-the-art sports facilities, including climbing walls, swimming pools, and traditional sports areas, dedicated study and relaxation spaces, student support services.
The Student Union offers a wide range of creative and sports clubs, as well as various research, cultural, volunteer, and charity programs and events.

Accommodation
RGU guarantees housing in student residences for all first-year students. Residences are considered the best accommodation option for newcomers, as they provide a comfortable environment to settle in quickly and make new friends.
Students can choose from a variety of options, including:

• Standard rooms and en-suite rooms,
• Small studio apartments and comfortable flats,
• Locations close to the city center or near the university campus.

Facilities in Student Residences:

• Private bedroom for each student,
• Fully equipped shared kitchen,
• Laundry facilities,
• All utility costs included in the rent.

Cost of standard rooms: from £4,120 to £7,100 per year

Why Choose Robert Gordon University?

• International student community – students from 130 countries worldwide,
• Ranked Best University in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for graduate employability (2017 Guardian University Guide),
• One of the most beautiful campuses in the UK, featuring a stunning location and ultra-modern architectural design,
• Named "Best Modern University in the UK" by The Times Good University Guide 2012.

Programmes:

• Pre-sessional English,
• Foundation,
• Undergraduate / Bachelor's,
• Pre-Master’s (Pathways),
• Postgraduate / Master's,
• Part-time Study,
• Online Courses,
• Professional Development Courses.

University Structure:

• 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.

Most Popular Fields of Study:

• Social Sciences,
• Medicine,
• Journalism,
• Pharmacology,
• Law,
• Business and Management,
• Tourism,
• Architecture,
• Arts.

Application Deadlines: Until January 15 (final deadline: June 30)

Admission Requirements
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree):

• High school diploma,
• IB / A-level,
• IELTS 6.0+ (varies by program).

Postgraduate (Master’s Degree):

• Bachelor’s degree (GPA 4.0/5.0),
• IELTS 6.5+ (varies by program).

Notable Alumni:

• Frank Chapman – Businessman,
• Kate Adie – Journalist,
• Lord Norman Foster – Architect,
• Gordon Brown – Politician,
• Lord Trimble – Politician,
• Paul Lawrie – Golfer.