News
Wednesday 04 March 2026
The University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University will go head-to-head later this month as the iconic Aberdeen Boat Race returns to the city.
Tuesday 03 March 2026
A rising talent in Scotland’s renewable energy sector, Robert Gordon University (RGU) graduate Kiera Wright has been recognised for her outstanding contribution to the industry after being named Supporting Net Zero Apprentice of the Year at the 2026 Scottish Apprenticeship Awards.
Monday 02 March 2026
Everyone connected with Robert Gordon University is deeply saddened to learn about the death of our former Principal, Professor John Harper.
Friday 27 February 2026
To celebrate the closing weekend of Gray’s School of Art: 140 Years at Aberdeen Art Gallery, Gray’s School of Art will host a two-day international forum at the Gallery’s Cowdray Hall on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 April.
Thursday 19 February 2026
Gray’s School of Art has agreed a three-year partnership with renowned gallery Hauser & Wirth to significantly strengthen the impact of the Mobile Art School with the delivery of free workshops to communities across the North East of Scotland.
A plaque recognising the achievements of sculptor Scott Sutherland has been unveiled outside the original Gray’s School of Art building on Schoolhill in Aberdeen, where he began his training.
Robert Gordon University (RGU) is to launch a new BSc (Hons) Clinical Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, the first of its kind in the UK.
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.
RGU and McAlpha Inc. have developed an advanced Catalytic Membrane Reactor (CMR) technology, poised to revolutionise ammonia production.
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).
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.
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).
Dr Bouziane Kies, who helped secure large numbers of international staff for Algerian Universities after the departure of French teachers in 1972 and thereby helped to keep Algeria’s universities open, has received an honorary degree from Robert Gordon University (RGU). Dr Kies has also championed RGU in Algeria for the last twenty years.
A technology entrepreneur who is committed to strengthening links between the United Kingdom and Pakistan through business innovation, education and strategic collaboration has been awarded an honorary degree by Robert Gordon University (RGU).
Robert Gordon University (RGU) is proud to announce that Dr Jo-Anne Tait, Principal Lecturer, Digital Living and Design in the School of Computing, Engineering and Technology, has been named one of the Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) by the Women’s Engineering Society (WES).
A new institute based at Robert Gordon University (RGU) will be dedicated to the vast sporting legacy of the only Scottish footballer to win the prestigious Ballon d'Or award.
Students from Gray’s School of Art are celebrating their astounding achievements at the opening night of the Gray’s Degree Show.