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Monday 15 September 2025
Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment students have showcased bold visions for the future of Peterhead in a collaboration with Aberdeenshire Council as they commence the Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan 2029.
Thursday 11 September 2025
New research from Robert Gordon University (RGU) and the Poverty Alliance highlights the severe financial pressures being faced by people with Long COVID in Scotland.
Friday 05 September 2025
Three academics from Robert Gordon University (RGU) have been appointed to panels for the criteria-setting phase of REF 2029, providing accountability for public investment in research.
Monday 25 August 2025
Preparations are underway with Gray’s School of Art about to launch its Master’s Art & Design degree show at Robert Gordon University (RGU).
Thursday 21 August 2025
As the offshore wind industry accelerates to meet global energy and climate goals, researchers at RGU have published a groundbreaking study aimed at supporting safety, wellbeing, and performance for wind technicians working in high-risk environments.

Andrew Turnbull, Senior Lecturer at the School of Creative and Cultural Business, writes about the impact COVID-19 has had on the retail sector.

Robert Gordon University (RGU) is harnessing the power of storytelling to support the creative industries in Northern countries through an interdisciplinary research project worth €1million.

Robert Gordon University (RGU) is leading a Scottish Government funded rapid coronavirus research project to support the country’s health and social care students who are transitioning into professional practice early in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A multi-disciplinary research team from RGU are working with Shanghai academics and industry partners in Scotland to educate consumers about the sustainability, craftsmanship, heritage and value of traditional fashion and textile products.

A group of 20 creatives from across Scotland are the first to be involved in a brand new, fully funded short course at RGU, supporting them through the challenges of COVID-19 and beyond.

In his latest piece, for Energy Voice, Professor Paul de Leeuw discusses the implication of the negative oil prices which made the news earlier in the week and sent shockwaves across the industry.

Director of the RGU Energy Transition Institute, Professor Paul de Leeuw, reflects on the ongoing impact of the coronavirus crisis on the energy sector.

A portfolio of free short courses is being launched by RGU to support the skills needs of individuals and workforces across Scotland as they deal with the economic challenges of COVID-19.

Writing for The Scotsman, Biomedical Science Lecturer Rebecca Wright shares why it is imperative that Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education is widened to every pupil in Scotland.

RGU is working closely with NHS Grampian to deliver a rolling programme of training which will equip hundreds of key NHS staff with critical skills to support the battle against COVID-19 in the region.

RGU has appointed Professor Steve Olivier as its new Principal and Vice-Chancellor.

Writing for the Press and Journal, Professor Sarah Pedersen, lecturer at RGU's School of Creative and Cultural Business, discusses the importance of International Women's Day.