Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, often referred to as RGU (Scottish Gaelic: Oilthigh Raibeart Ghòrdain), is a public university located in Aberdeen, Scotland. Established as a university in 1992, its roots trace back to an educational institution founded in the 18th century by Robert Gordon, a successful merchant from Aberdeen. Over the years, it evolved through various organizations that offered adult and technical education during the 19th and early 20th centuries. RGU is one of the two universities in Aberdeen, the other being the University of Aberdeen. The university operates from a single campus situated in Garthdee, in the southwestern part of the city.

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The North East in six senses - UnDiscovered Aberdeen by Chris Foy

1 week ago | rgu.ac.uk | Chris Foy

By Chris Foy, CEO of VisitAberdeenshire - 05 May 2025 Before I get started, full disclosure: I am CEO of the regional tourism agency. It is my job to sing the praises of this corner of Scotland. So, am I the most authentic voice to blog on the merits of living in the North-east of Scotland? I am sure that thousands can do just as good a job as I.
Q&A with Julia Bryce for UnDiscovered Aberdeen

1 month ago | rgu.ac.uk | Julia Bryce

By Julia Bryce, food and drink expert and RGU alum - 15 April 2025 Julia Bryce is one of Aberdeen’s most recognisable faces when it comes to food, drink, and all things delicious. A proud Aberdonian, Julia has spent over a decade writing about Scotland’s incredible food scene, from hidden gems to the best bites. Quickfire Q&A with Julia Bryce Best spot for coffee? I don’t drink coffee. I get funny looks when I say that, but I’d send everyone to Cairn Coffee down at the beach.
Aberdeen Boat Race 2025: Meet the crew

2 months ago | rgu.ac.uk | Lewis Walker

By Lewis Walker, RGU Communications - 11 March 2025 Ahead of this weekend's 30th Aberdeen Boat Race, get to know the RGU first crew that little better... The latest Aberdeen Boat Race will take place on Saturday 15 March. The first crew race and main event will take place at 2:30PM with three other races taking place beforehand: the Universities Sports Presidents Race at 12:50PM, the second crew at 1:05PM, and the alumni race at 1:25PM. Find out more about the races through the links below.
Opinion: Delivering EU climate security

Nov 25, 2024 | rgu.ac.uk | Robert Gordon

The COP29 meeting in Baku reinforced that the world is rapidly running out of time to avert catastrophic climate change unless transformative action is taken. Having exceeded the 1.5°C warming threshold, with the potential for devastating temperature rises of up to 3°C by 2050, existing climate commitments and strategies are now insufficient to achieve net-zero targets in time.
Opinion: From AI to EI

Oct 22, 2024 | rgu.ac.uk | Robert Gordon

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the heart of a transformative wave reshaping industries and societies. Its application in combating climate change is crucial as the world confronts the current climate emergency. AI's potential as an enabler of Energy Intelligence (EI) could be a turning point in reaching net zero emissions through optimising complex energy systems, improving global efficiency, and mitigating emissions. However, the growing use of AI does pose a paradox.
RGU placement students get up close to Aberdeen FC’s European run

Oct 5, 2023 | rgu.ac.uk | David Proctor

By David Proctor - 06 October 2023 Two RGU students have been given a unique front row seat of Aberdeen FC’s Europa Conference League campaign. Dylan Banfield and Kerr Innes are both on placement with the Pittodrie club as part of their BSc (Hons) Applied Sports and Exercise programme. Dylan travelled with the men’s first team to their opening European match against Eintracht Frankfurt on 21 September, which unfortunately ended up in a 2-1 defeat for The Dons.