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Friday 11 July 2025
Robert Gordon University (RGU) has today announced the team that will spearhead the Islands Entrepreneurship Network, an initiative led by the University designed to energise local economies and empower communities to launch and grow successful enterprises across Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles.
Tuesday 08 July 2025
RGU and McAlpha Inc. have developed an advanced Catalytic Membrane Reactor (CMR) technology, poised to revolutionise ammonia production.
Friday 04 July 2025
Keith Brymer Jones, a leading figure in contemporary British ceramics and expert judge on Channel 4’s hit show, The Great Pottery Throw Down, has been awarded an Honorary Degree from Robert Gordon University (RGU).
Friday 04 July 2025
Jane Akadiri graduated with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from RGU in 2016. She went on to found Touch of Love Outreach in Aberdeen, which helps to build strong, more inclusive communities.
Friday 04 July 2025
A social entrepreneur based in Aberdeenshire who leads Scotland’s largest men's health charity has been awarded an Honorary Degree from Robert Gordon University (RGU).

Claire Farmer is currently mentoring Caitlin Mooney who is undertaking a Graduate Apprenticeship within her team at Skills Development Scotland (SDS). She recently took some time to answer some questions about her experience as a mentor.

Caitlin Mooney, who is currently studying a Graduate Apprenticeship while working at Skills Development Scotland, said it was the best decision she’s ever made.

RGU is one of two organisations to be awarded a prestigious project funding from OGTC’s Net Zero R&D Programme.

Julie Strachan, Acting Head of Department for the Enhancement of Learning, Teaching and Access at RGU, writes about RGU's flexible delivery model of Graduate Apprenticeships which enables employers and their staff to participate from across Scotland.

New research delivered in partnership between Robert Gordon University (RGU) and OGTC provides insight into technology uptake in the oil and gas industry and the psychological factors which influence innovation adoption culture.

Over the past academic year, the Communication Design course at Gray’s School of Art has continued to involve a series of renowned creative and design practitioners in its guest lecture programme, providing students with valuable insight into the creative industries

RGU has appointed leading cardiology expert, Professor Susan Dawkes, as Head of the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedic Practice (SNMP).

Professor Elizabeth Hancock, Vice-Principal for Academic Development and Student Experience and Deputy Principal, writes about the importance of equal access to Higher Education in Scotland.

RGU is offering a group of 20 creatives a fully-funded short course, which will provide them with a raft of business support during an increasingly challenging time for the creative industries.

As part of its ongoing commitment to widening access to Higher Education, RGU has signed the Stand Alone Pledge, which will provide additional support to estranged students.

In response to high demand, Robert Gordon University (RGU) has announced further fully funded Graduate Apprenticeship (GA) places in Data Science and Business Management.

Professor Paul de Leeuw, Director of the RGU Energy Transition Institute, looks at what 2021 might bring in the drive towards Net Zero.