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Degree Link
RGU works in partnership with affiliate colleges to provide a range of guaranteed progression pathways for Scottish students. Each year over 400 students gain advanced entry to RGU having first completed a HNC or HND at college.
Studying at college can offer a range of additional benefits to traditional academic study at university; students can take advantage of smaller class sizes and gain practical experience, often in a work-like environment.
If you haven’t met the entry requirements for a degree course, or are perhaps returning to education, college can be a great stepping stone to further study at university.
Degree Link allows students to have the best of both worlds, to study first at college, and then to complete a degree without any time loss.
We work hard with our partner colleges to offer guaranteed progression pathways* for students across Scotland, and we provide a range of support to ensure a positive transition experience from pre-application through to graduation. (*subject to meeting any specified conditions)
We also welcome applications from students with a relevant HNC or HND where a formal pathway does not exist, and each application will be considered individually.
![North East Scotland College (NESCol) North East Scotland College (NESCol)](/images/stories/flexicontent/mediaman/m_RGU-Student-Testimonials_05042019_765-ZF-7261-59133-1-003.jpg)
RGU and NESCol have a longstanding relationship providing guaranteed progression opportunities for learners and have over 40 pathways available across all our academic Schools.
![Dundee and Angus College Dundee and Angus College](/images/stories/flexicontent/mediaman/m_Degree-Link-Dundee-and-Angus.jpg)
RGU and Dundee and Angus College have a longstanding relationship providing guaranteed progression opportunities for learners and have over 30 pathways in place for HN students.
![Fife College Fife College](/images/stories/flexicontent/mediaman/m_Degree-Link-Fife-College-ZF-9997-74299-1-004.jpg)
We have a range of guaranteed progression opportunities pathways in place for Fife College students, and welcome applications where a formal pathway does not currently exist.
![City of Glasgow College City of Glasgow College](/images/stories/flexicontent/mediaman/m_BSc-Hons-Computing-Application-Software-Development-AMGH-Prospectus-2018-_1175.jpg)
We have a range of guaranteed progression opportunities pathways in place for City of Glasgow college students, and welcome applications where a formal pathway does not currently exist.
![Glasgow Clyde College Glasgow Clyde College](/images/stories/flexicontent/mediaman/m_Degree-Link-Glasgow-Clyde.jpg)
We have a range of guaranteed progression opportunities pathways in place for Glasgow Clyde College students, and welcome applications where a formal pathway does not currently exist.
![Forth Valley College Forth Valley College](/images/stories/flexicontent/mediaman/m_Access-RGU-Applicants-ZF-1717-51684-1-003.jpg)
We have a range of guaranteed progression opportunities pathways in place for Forth Valley College students, and welcome applications where a formal pathway does not currently exist.
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We offer a progression pathway in Fine Art for students from West Lothian College who would like to continue their studies at Robert Gordon University. We also welcome applications from students where a formal pathway does not currently exist.
![Associate Student Scheme Associate Student Scheme](/images/stories/flexicontent/mediaman/m_Degree-Link--Associate-Student-ZF-9997-74299-1-002.jpg)
The Associate Student Scheme is designed for students who are studying for a HNC or HND at one of our partner colleges and plan to progress to Robert Gordon University directly into year two or three of a linked degree course.
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We are constantly reviewing and updating our agreements with colleges and welcome applications from students with a HNC or HND qualification.
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Taking that next step to university is exciting, but we understand it can be daunting, particularly if you are moving from a different city. We have nearly 20 years of experience in helping students transition from college to university and have a range of support in place should you need it.
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Testimonials and case studies from students who have come through the articulation pathway.