Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University (RGU) is a public university based in Aberdeen, Scotland. Founded in 1992 and rooted in 18th-century educational institutions, RGU is renowned for its strong industry connections, practical education model, and modern riverside campus funded by over £120 million in investment. It offers flexible full-time, part-time, and online learning across a wide range of professional disciplines.

RGU began in the mid-18th century as an educational charity by Robert Gordon, later evolving into a technical college in 1910. It gained university status in 1992 and has since developed into a major centre for vocational and professional learning.

Ranked 91st in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2025, 801–1000 globally in THE World University Rankings 2025, and 901–950 by QS World University Rankings. RGU ranks top 3 in Scotland and top 10 in the UK for student satisfaction and support, and boasts 97% graduate employability.

Aberdeen Business School; School of Computing, Engineering & Technology; School of Health Sciences; School of Law & Social Sciences; School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences & Public Health; Gray’s School of Art; Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment; The Graduate School

Undergraduate (UK/EU): £5,070–£18,300 per year; International Undergraduate: ~£10,394 per year; Postgraduate: ~£10,148 per year.

Academic tutoring & advising; Career & employability service (with RGUplus scheme); Counselling & mental health support; International student support & visa guidance; Library & IT facilities; Student health centre; Disability & inclusion services; Student societies & sports; Chaplaincy

On-campus accommodation available at Garthdee campus with various options; off-campus and private housing supported by the university; living costs approx. £5,588/year plus utilities.

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Rank

91st UK (Complete University Guide 2025); 801–1000 (THE World); 901–950 (QS World)

Location

Garthdee Campus, Garthdee Road, Aberdeen AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK

Established

1992

International Students

0.12

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Business, Computing & Digital Media, Engineering, Law, Health Sciences, Nursing & Midwifery, Pharmacy & Life Sciences, Architecture & Built Environment, Arts & Design, Social Sciences, Education

International Fees

Undergraduate (UK/EU): £5,070–£18,300 per year; International Undergraduate: ~£10,394 per year; Postgraduate: ~£10,148 per year.

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