International Students
English Language Requirements
English is the language of instruction at Robert Gordon University. We offer support with learning and testing to ensure that those applying for courses can meet the entry requirements.
If you are considering a postgraduate study option starting in September 2025 or January 2026, then please be aware application deadlines are in place which may affect your first choice of start date or course selection.
All applicants whose first language is not from a recognised English speaking country will be asked to provide evidence of their English language skills as part of their offer to study at RGU.
Specific English language requirements are found on our course pages as these may differ for certain course areas.
Please read carefully through the information to find out if you have the required evidence of English language to begin a course with RGU, and if you are unable to find the information or have any further queries then please contact the Student Admissions Service: admissions@rgu.ac.uk.
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you have the language skills needed to succeed in your undergraduate studies regardless of your nationality or country of residence. To support this we accept a wide range of English exams and tests.
To succeed in your postgraduate studies you will need to demonstrate that you have the language skills needed, if English is not your first language, regardless of your nationality or country of residence. To support this we accept a wide range of English exams and tests.
It is essential that you can read and interpret academic journal articles, communicate effectively and write at a doctorate level. If English is not your first language, regardless of your nationality or country of residence you will need to demonstrate the required language skills
Robert Gordon University have secured discounts with selected test providers for our applicants who may be planning to take a test of English.
If a visa is required in order to study in the UK then applicants need to meet both the UKVI and Robert Gordon Universities academic English requirement.