Late Applications

You can still apply to RGU

It’s not too late to follow your dreams. Join us this September.

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The equal consideration deadline for UCAS applications closed on the 29 January 2025, but if you have not applied by this date or have changed your mind about what university and/or course you want to study, don’t worry, you can still apply to join us this September. This is your future and we’ve got your back every step of the way.

What is equal consideration?

Equal consideration is where all applications received between September – 29 January are given full and equal consideration whether you applied early in September or right up until the UCAS application deadline. This means that if you apply after the deadline, universities and colleges do not have to consider your application as they will have already started allocating places. They may close courses for new applications if spaces have been filled by applications received before the deadline.

Top tips if you are applying to RGU late

Our courses

Our courses are demand-driven, innovative and will prepare you for the world of work. We offer highly ranked courses across a wide range of subject areas, so you can be confident to find a course to suit your interests and career ambitions.

Please note, some of our courses may already be full, if you would like to discuss your options please get in touch.

Discover our Undergraduate courses at RGU

Why RGU?

  • 3rd in Scotland for student support (The Mail University Guide 2025).
  • 1st in Scotland in the Graduate Employment Rate measure (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022)
  • We offer all our students a free gym membership for the duration of their studies.
Life at RGU

Why Aberdeen?

  • An energetic student-friendly city with buzzing festivals and live music, and an amazing foodie scene.
  • Easy access to outdoor adventure with beautiful beaches and epic mountainscapes on your doorstep. 
  • Aberdeen is ranked top 4 in the UK for affordability (QS Best Student Cities 2025).
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Money matters

Going to university is an exciting time, but we know that finance and funding can be a key consideration when deciding where to study. We’re here to help. Not only do we have a range of bursaries, grants and scholarships on offer, we also give all our students free gym memberships for the duration of their studies. Use our handy search and filter tool on our website to find out what may be available to you.

Finance and Funding

Our events

Come along to one of our events to explore our riverside campus, get advice about your application, speak to course leaders and current students, and discover what it’s like to study at RGU.

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Personal Statement Clinics

Are you thinking of applying for an undergraduate programme starting in September 2025? Would you like some expert advice on how to make the most of your UCAS application? Book a 1:1 appointment with a member of our team to put the finishing touches to your personal statement.

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Campus Visits

If you’re unable to attend our Open Days then our weekly Campus Visit events are the perfect opportunity to experience what it is like to be an undergraduate student at RGU.

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Visit Us

Throughout the year there are a variety of opportunities for prospective students to visit RGU, meet staff and view the facilities first hand. We would be delighted to see you.

Next steps

Find out more about what life as a student at RGU:

Register your interest

Ready to apply and need to know what to do next? We’re here to help you throughout your application process. Find out more and apply now:

How to Apply

Any questions?

If you would like to discuss your options and find out more about courses, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us:

rguwhatsnext@rgu.ac.uk

In all honesty, I wasn’t aware that I was applying after the UCAS deadline. I just had a feeling in my bones that now was the time to pursue something that I knew I would love and that I might be good at.
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