RGU PG Study Guide 2016

POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT RGU Flexible study modes to suit your busy life

PRACTICAL and PROFESSIONAL Courses

Significantly IMPROVE YOUR JOB PROSPECTS

Opportunity to change the direction of your career

The potential to earn while you learn

Advance your skills and career

CONTENTS

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ABOUT POSTGRADUATE STUDY

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Why study a PG course at RGU?

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Enhance your career at the Professional University

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Our subject areas and qualifications explained

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From first enquiry to enrolment – a step-by-step guide

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Flexible study modes to suit your busy life

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Frequently asked questions

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ABOUT ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY

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Our reputation

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Accreditations and industry links

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Our fantastic riverside campus

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Lifelong learning and CPD

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Careers & Employability Centre

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World-class research

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ABOUT ABERDEEN

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About Aberdeen

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Aberdeen city map and transport links

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The perfect location – things to do and places to visit

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The unique culture of Aberdeen and the North East

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FURTHER INFORMATION

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How to apply

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After you apply – what happens next?

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Fees, funding and scholarships

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Student support

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Accommodation services

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Useful links and contact information

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ABOUT POSTGRADUATE Study If you have recently graduated or are looking to retrain or develop your career – have you considered postgraduate study?

BETTER JOB PROSPECTS BETTER EMPLOYABILITY* BETTER STUDY AT RGU. *98.5% POSTGRADUATE employment HESA DESTINATION OF UK LEAVERS’ SURVEY 2013/14

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WHY STUDY A POSTGRADUATE COURSE AT RGU? PRACTICAL AND PROFESSIONAL Courses

flexible study modes to suit your busy life study full-time, part-time or online, starting in september or january

Vocational courses directly informed and endorsed by those working in Industry significantly IMPROVE YOUR JOB PROSPECTS ENhance your employability and get snapped up BY the best recruiters in the business

EARN while you learn our part-time and online study modes mean you can keep working during your studies

switch careers RGU’s courses can open the door to a completely different sector of work, enabling you to change career direction

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enhance your career at the PROFESSIONAL university We are known as ‘The Professional University’ due to our strong emphasis on lifelong practical learning and career development.

We take the employability of our graduates seriously, and ensure they have the transferable skills to enhance and develop their careers.

WE CREATE THE MOST EMPLOYABLE GRADUATES IN THE UK Our relentless focus on professional education means our graduates are not just ready to work, but are also equipped to make an enduring and valuable contribution to industry and the professions on a regional, national and global scale.

We believe it is our inspirational teaching and practical courses that make our graduates such desirable candidates.

PRACTICAL COURSES We offer a wide range of vocational courses, often directly informed and endorsed by those working in industry. Many have professional accreditation.

FLEXIBLE STUDY MODES Our flexible study modes (online, part-time or full-time) are designed to fit around your needs. If you are a busy parent or would like to continue to work whilst studying, our online courses allow you to study from anywhere, at your own pace.

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We’re one of the top UK universities for postgraduate employability, with a 98.5% employment rate HESA Destination of UK Leavers' Survey 2013/14

Improve your job prospects RGU has gained its position as top UK university for graduate employment through close links with industry and other employers.

We are a top-rated university for employability with an impressive 98.5% employment rate, giving you that crucial competitive edge within a crowded jobs market.

EARN MORE Overall, people with master’s qualifications are more likely to find work than those with undergraduate degrees – and they’re likely to earn a slightly higher wage.

Succeed in your career We produce high-calibre graduates who possess the skills that employers are looking for. The skills you will gain from a postgraduate qualification show that you’re able to study in-depth and undertake critical analysis. Both are viewed as desirable skills in the eyes of recruiters and future employers.

PRESSURE ON THE JOBS MARKET MEANS GRADUATES NOW FACE THE DIFFICULT PROCESS OF JOB HUNTING WITHIN A VERY COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT. IT’s the PERFECT time TO UNDERTAKE FURTHER TRAINING AND gain EXPERIENCE THROUGH A POSTGRADUATE DEGREE.

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our postgraduate subjects and qualifications POSTGRADUATE SUBJECTS ART AND DESIGN Accounting and Finance Applied social studies Architecture and built environment Communication, marketing and media COMPUTING ENGINEERING HEALTH SCIENCES INFORMATION MANAGEMENT LAW MANAGEMENT NURSING AND MIDWIFERY PHARMACY AND LIFE SCIENCES

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QUALIFICATIONS EXPLAINED

If you don’t want to commit to studying a full Masters degree, you can complete single modules and work towards the following exit awards: Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) Award granted on completion of modules that accumulate to 60 credits.

Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) Award granted on completion of modules that accumulate to 120 credits. If you get a diploma you will have gained 120 of the 180 credits you need for a masters degree.

Masters (MSc/MFA/LLM/MBA/MPA) Award granted on completion of modules that accumulate to 180 credits and typically includes a dissertation. This will enable you to consolidate and apply the skills and knowledge gained in your earlier postgraduate study.

Doctorate (PhD/PD) Application is normally to MSc/MRes with transfer to a PhD dependent on satisfactory progress around 12 months.

From FIRST ENQUIRY TO ENROLMENT A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE BEFORE YOU APPLY

APPLYING ONLINE

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Browse our website to find a course of interest at www.rgu.ac.uk/better

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Ready to apply? You can apply at www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline

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Choose a mode of study that suits you.

We offer full-time, part-time or online.

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Gather documents such as previous qualifications, CVs and references.

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Choose a start date that suits you.

Courses start in September or January.

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You must supply two references.

Friends or relatives are not accepted.

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Check course fees on the website.

RGU Alumni receive a 15% discount.

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Transcripts should be translated into English and certified as accurate.

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Attend a postgrad open evening in Feb, May, Aug or Nov to meet course leaders.

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Full-time non-EU applicants should upload passport details.

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Take a virtual tour of our fantastic campus at www.rgu.ac.uk/virtualtours

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Find out about the vibrant city of Aberdeen at www.rgu.ac.uk/aberdeen

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As soon as we receive supporting docs, we start processing your application.

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Discover the course accreditations and links to industry on our website.

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Processing should take around 10 days, depending on the course and time of year.

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Engage with us on social media channels such as LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook.

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If you have been successful in your application we will email you an offer.

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Visit the course page on the website to discover scholarships or bursaries available.

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The decision sent to you will either be An Unconditional or Conditional offer.

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Contact our course leaders to ask any questions you may have about the course.

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We will issue a CAS number for full-time international students visa applications.

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Contact student finance to ask any questions regarding fees or funding.

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International students will have made a pre-payment of tuition fees/deposit.

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International students should contact Visa & Immigration team regarding visas.

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You will be contacted with info about enrolment before your course begins.

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Check you meet the entry requirements of the course with our admissions team.

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If you are successful, we’ll welcome you to Aberdeen in September or January.

AFTER YOU APPLY

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FLEXIBLE STUDY TO SUIT YOUR BUSY LIFE When considering a postgraduate course, it is important to also consider the mode of study which best suits your needs. We deliver the equivalent learning experience across all our modes of study, offering a variety of different options, allowing you to gain the qualifications you need in a way that suits you.

Full-time study This is the quickest route and requires full attendance for the duration of the programme.

Allows you to gain the knowledge and skills you require within the shortest amount of time.

Part-time study If you are looking to continue working during your studies or have other commitments, this option allows you to incorporate studying with other responsibilities. Part-time courses run alongside the full-time programmes and split the same modules across the length of the course.

Flexible online study If you are unable to study on campus, we offer an online study mode via Campus Moodle, our virtual learning environment.

It is a valuable tool that provides an integrated package of resources and facilities to all of our students via the internet. You will be able to interact with fellow students and tutors through innovative technologies including podcasts, videos, chat and discussion forums.

You will be taken through an induction by tutors at the beginning of each programme.

Find out more about Campus Moodle at: www.rgu.ac.uk/campusmoodle

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Online students have a strong sense of community through the use of discussion forums, chat and group working areas.

Some courses also have optional periods of attendance where students are invited on campus to meet fellow students, staff, use facilities and participate in workshops.

In order to study online, you will need to have a good internet connection, as well as Microsoft Office.

As a rough guide, we would usually recommend that students on an online distance learning course dedicate around 15 hours per week to their studies.

Download our guide to online learning at: www.rgu.ac.uk/better-online

Postgraduate study Frequently asked questions I Don’t hold an Undergraduate HONOURS degree, but I do have significant industry experience.

Can I Still Apply?

In some cases, applicants who do not hold an Honours degree but who have relevant industry experience over a reasonable time period, may be considered. This is subject to the University’s judgement that the person has reasonable expectation of being able to fulfil the requirements of the award. Since each course has different entry requirements, we recommend you refer to the individual course page on our website. If you are unsure if you meet the entry requirements, you can contact our postgraduate admissions team, who will be happy to answer questions on the application process. Email PgOffice@rgu.ac.uk or phone +44 (0)1224 262209.

I WOULD LIKE TO CONTINUE TO WORK full-time WHILST I STUDY. IS THIS POSSIBLE?

Yes. We offer flexible modes of study to suit your needs. Part-time or online courses are available if you are unable to study full-time on campus.

The modes of study are listed on the individual course pages on the website of your course of interest.

WHEN IS THE DEADLINE FOR APPLYING FOR A POSTGRADUATE COURSE?

Whilst the University does not have application deadlines, we ask International Students to consider the time that it will take to make their visa arrangements before submitting their application to us. UK Visas and Immigration advises allowing 4-8 weeks to receive your visa and longer during peak times in August/ September and December/January.

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ABOUT robert gordon university QUICK FACTS WHO IS ROBERT GORDON?

RGU TARTAN

Our founder, Robert Gordon was born in 1668 in Aberdeen. He was a merchant trader and philanthropist who amassed his fortune trading from Danzig (Gdansk) in the Baltic.

RGU has its own tartan with colours of Royal Blue, Red and Gold. The tartan was designed

by Michael King in 1997. Some students choose to wear a kilt on their graduation day.

OUR MOTTO

A RICH HISTORY spanning 250 years

RGU’s motto is ‘Omni Nunc Arte Magistra’ which can be interpreted as ‘Make the best of all your abilities’.

We have a heritage going back to 1729 when Robert Gordon founded a hospital in Aberdeen for boys from poor families. In 1881, the hospital was transformed into a school and learning institution.

OUR COAT OF ARMS Our coat of arms features on graduation certificates and our flag. Three boars are from the arms of the Gordon family, the castle is from the arms of the City of Aberdeen. A black wavy band symbolises the rivers Dee and Don, as well as North Sea oil, and the heraldic symbols in the centre represent technology (a cog), learning (a flaming torch) and commerce (a gold coin).

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Watch the history of rgu www.rgu.ac.uk/about-rgu

OUTSTANDING REPUTATION FOR SUCCESS INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION We have an outstanding reputation for producing capable and highly employable professionals, due to our strong links with industry and our strategic partnerships.

We have highly productive relationships with CEOs and managers across private and public sectors throughout the UK. This enables us to ensure that our postgraduate education is contemporary and meets the needs of employers across the globe.

CONSISTENTLY TOP FOR THE EMPLOYABILITY OF OUR GRADUATES We are extremely proud of our outstanding graduate employment record and are consistently top in the UK for graduate employability.

Our success stems from an outstanding reputation for producing capable and highlyqualified graduates who learn and apply the skills, knowledge and professionalism that employers want in the workplace.

Read our accolades on our website: www.rgu.ac.uk/employment-success Track record 98.5% of our postgraduates are in work or further study 6 months after graduating (HESA Destination of UK Leavers’ Survey 2013/14) Top university in Scotland for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide, 2016) GU was the best university in R Scotland and 9th in the UK for graduate employment (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015)

We’re one of the top UK universities for postgraduate employability, with a 98.5% employment rate HESA Destination of UK Leavers' Survey 2013/14

‘ A degree from Robert Gordon University is as near to a guarantee of a job as you can get.

Few graduates were unemployed six months after leaving – just 3.8% – The lowest rate of any state-funded university in the country.

It’s the same every year at Robert Gordon, which has the best graduate jobs record of any university.’

The Sunday Times University Guide

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RGU HAS THE MOST FLEXIBLE AND the BEST VALUE MBA PROGRAMME AVAILABLE. BOYD FINLAY, MBA ONLINE Hear the whole story at www.rgu.ac.uk/boyds-story

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Accreditations and industry LINKS Accreditation At RGU we have a strong portfolio of quality courses. The accreditation of these by the professional bodies is verification of the calibre and high quality of the courses we deliver. This has been recently confirmed with our e-MBA being listed by The Financial Times as one of the Top 32 online and distance learning MBAs available globally.

We prepare the our graduates with the capacity to anticipate and manage change in international business and the professional environment.

We strive to achieve this through our teaching and research carried out in an international context and to the highest academic standards.

Alongside this we continue to build on our strong links with the professional business community both nationally and internationally.

STRONG LINKS TO INDUSTRY Many Robert Gordon University courses are the result of close collaboration with industry, closely focusing on both the day-to-day and future professional needs of businesses and other organisations.

This means that Robert Gordon University graduates with the necessary skills are always strongly in demand.

For information about the close links that we have with leading organisations, institutions and professional bodies please visit the subject area that you are interested in.

For a full list of our accreditations and our links to industry please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/industry-links

Therefore, graduates from our accredited and approved courses can be confident that they hold a nationally and internationally recognised award which will open doors and enhance their career opportunities.

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OUR FANTASTIC riverside campus BEST RIVERSIDE CAMPUS IN EUROPE We have a reputation amongst our students for providing a friendly, supportive and stimulating learning environment based at Garthdee on the banks of the beautiful River Dee.

AN INSPIRATIONAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Based at our stunning Garthdee campus, you can enjoy excellent teaching and clinical skills facilities including:

The riverside is home to deer, otters, heron and other wildlife. Our campus has beautiful woodland walkways and parkland, connecting our modern, stylish buildings. In twenty minutes you can be in the vibrant city centre of Aberdeen, or surrounded by scenic hills and picturesque countryside.

• DART training facility which simulates drilling on an oil platform

In the past decade, the University has invested more than £120 million to improve its facilities.

We consider our riverside campus to be one of the most attractive campuses in the UK and one of Europe’s finest.

Watch our campus video from the air: www.rgu.ac.uk/aerial-view Take a virtual tour of our modern facilities at: www.rgu.ac.uk/virtualtours Or come and see the campus for yourself by registering to attend one of our postgraduate events. www.rgu.ac.uk/better

• Clinical Skills Centre - mock hospital wards • Human Performance laboratory • Digital imaging X-ray suite • Three-dimensional motion analysis system • Bioanalytical tissue culture and microscopy facility • Clean Room suite • Moot court • TV and radio studios • Green screen • RGU: Sport with three gyms, 25m pool, sports hall and climbing wall • State-of-the-art library with beautiful views over Aberdeen and the River Dee

POSTGRADUATE EVENTS

Held in Feb, May, Aug and Nov, these events give you the opportunity to speak directly with Course Leaders, see the campus and our facilities and ask any questions you may have regarding finance or your application.

For more information on forthcoming Open Evenings or Open Days, please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/openevening

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We have invested £120 million in our modern campus and our aim is to make Garthdee the best riverside campus in Europe.

GARTHDEE CAMPUS Garthdee Road, Aberdeen, AB10 7GJ

UNIVERSITY MAIN SWITCHBOARD +44 (0) 1224 262000

TAKE A TOUR OF THE GARTHDEE CAMPUS www.rgu.ac.uk/virtualtours

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LIFELONG LEARNING AND CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Whether you are an individual looking to further your career, or a manager responsible for the development and training of your staff, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is fundamental to the development of any career.

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) Lifelong learning is considered to be an integral part of personal development, and allows you to keep abreast of innovation within your field.

We provide a range of short course modules, teaching and CPD programmes, delivered in a variety of study modes.

Find out what we offer at: www.rgu.ac.uk/profdev Benefits for individuals • By updating your skills, you will confidently adapt to changes in your industry sector • You can increase your earning potential • You will demonstrate a commitment to your profession and your career Benefits for employers • CPD support from an employer can increase and boost staff morale • Improves recruitment and retention of highly skilled staff • Individuals will have the skills to react more readily to changes in the sector

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HOW WILL YOU BE TAUGHT Delivery of the module content varies and can take the form of study days, or online via distance learning materials. Some take a blended approach, meaning a combination of studying online and some attendance on campus. Campus Moodle is the University’s virtual learning environment (VLE). It is a valuable online resource available to all our students via the internet.

Most courses begin in January and / or September. You do not have to enrol on a full degree course and you can enrol on any one of our undergraduate or postgraduate modules.

If you accumulate sufficient credit you may be able to apply for an award available under the Professional Studies Framework.

Professional Studies Framework The Professional Studies Framework (PSF) enables students who have successfully undertaken modules and earned academic credit to use that credit to gain an academic award. For further information, please go to: www.rgu.ac.uk/psf TAILORED DEVELOPMENT FOR ORGANISATIONS Our dedicated professional development team can provide tailored CPD opportunities to meet the needs of organisations, including bespoke education and training delivered in the workplace. We offer consultations to help plan CPD activities, online and blended learning for your business.

If you are responsible for the development of your staff and would like to know more about this service, please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/business-services

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OUR RELENTLESS FOCUS ON PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION MEANS OUR GRADUATES ARE NOT JUST READY TO WORK, BUT ARE ALSO EQUIPPED TO MAKE AN ENDURING AND VALUABLE CONTRIBUTION TO INDUSTRY AND THE PROFESSIONS ON A REGIONAL, NATIONAL AND GLOBAL SCALE.

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OUR CAREERS & EMPLOYABILITY CENTRE DEDICATED SPECIALISTS We have a dedicated centre with a team of career consultants, offering a full range of services to assist individual career planning, job searching and employability needs.

We can support you in recognising and developing your transferable skills, both within and outwith your studies to allow you to secure your perfect opportunity.

The Careers & Employability Centre provides practical career planning advice and job search support to all students and recent graduates of the University. We can assist with your advanced level study and career options you are considering.

Full in-depth career mentoring and careers guidance sessions are available to current students.

The Careers & Employability Centre can help with:

CAREER TOOLKIT When you enrol as a student at RGU, you gain access to ‘My Career Toolkit’ an online resource with interactive employability topics to help you manage your career.

ON CAMPUS RECRUITMENT Employers are keen to speak to our students directly and to facilitate this we arrange oncampus recruitment and applications skills presentations where employers can raise the profile of their company and provide more information on the opportunities that they have as well as the benefits of working for their particular company.

Careers Fairs We organise two large scale Careers Fairs per year, The RGU Careers Fair in October and the North of Scotland Graduate Careers Fair in Spring.

• Career options and development • CVs, job applications and interview techniques • Resources such as the career toolkit via Campus Moodle • Part-time/summer job vacancies

HOW TO FIND US We are located on the Gathdee campus at Student Central, Level 3, Health and Social Care building.

• International job vacancies

Email us at careers@rgu.ac.uk

• Careers Fair information

Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/rgucareers

• Work experience opportunities

Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/rgucareers For more information, please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/careers

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world-class RESEARCH UNIVERSITY RESEARCH THEMES Business & Enterprise Governance & Society Information & Communication Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health Psychosocial & Mental Health Environmental & Occupational Health Energy, Environment & Sustainability Creativity, Design & Innovation Digital Technologies

£1.1m project to find a clean and effective way of producing biofuel using solar energy.

RESEARCH and consultancy At RGU Universities, and RGU in particular, are instrumental in driving fundamental changes to the way knowledge is exchanged and utilised by companies. RGU’s core philosophy is to ensure that our output, from education to research, is focused on delivering real-world impact and clear commercial value.

We conduct multidisciplinary, applied research to solve real-world problems facing industry. Our innovation services are available through a variety of mechanisms including consultancy, technology licensing, intellectual property protection and knowledge transfer partnerships (KTPs).

RGU’s highly professional consultancy services allow companies to realise their ideas, develop improved ways of working and bring new products to market. With solutions to technological, legal, managerial and health and wellbeing issues, among others, businesses of all sizes can draw on our specialist knowledge to address specific problems and overcome challenges. www.rgu.ac.uk/research

Solving child care issues in the 21st century.

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RESEARCH AT ABERDEEN BUSINESS SCHOOL (ABS) The mission of research at Aberdeen Business School is to enable excellence in high value knowledge-based solutions; and empowerment of enterprise, business development, management and governance within a global knowledge society.

Research includes excellence in: Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Information Management, Law, and Politics and International Studies. Research is organised through three key themes: - Business & Enterprise - Governance & Society - Information & Communication RESEARCH AT THE FACULTY OF DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY Our research within the Faculty of Design and Technology develops novel technologies highly relevant to industry and generates creative spaces for new forms of practice.

It builds on acknowledged international excellence in: Engineering; Environmental Science; Computing and Digital Media; Architecture & Built Environment and Art and Design. Research is organised through three key themes: - Energy, Environment & Sustainability - Creativity, Design & Innovation - Digital Technologies

applied Research & KTPs Intellectual Property

HEALTH AND WELLBEING RESEARCH Our Health and Wellbeing research focuses its activities on addressing major issues around the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease, and the care and welfare of patients.

The research is structured to harness a range of research strengths and undertake studies in three key thematic areas: - Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health - Psychosocial and Mental Health - Environmental and Occupational Health

Thermal imaging of Aberdeen city centre.

Our 3D body scanning project charted the size and shape of North Sea offshore workers to help the offshore industry.

Technology Licensing consultancy

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About Aberdeen QUICK FACTS LOCATION Aberdeen is in the North East of Scotland.

It is set between two rivers, the Don and the Dee. The Grampian Mountains and Cairngorms National Park are right on the doorstep. Mountain biking, mountain climbing, snowboarding and white water rafting are all within easy reach. It has good transport links, with Aberdeen airport, the ferry port and bus and train station.

WILD ABERDEEN A pod of dolphins frequent Aberdeen Harbour and seals lounge at the Donmouth Estuary.

The Ythan Estuary, Sands of Forvie and Troup Head are important bird watching sites and deer dot the hills around Aberdeenshire.

THE ENERGY Capital of Europe

With a population of around 220,000, Aberdeen is Scotland’s third most populous city.

Since the discovery of North Sea oil in the 1970s, Aberdeen has been a global hub for energy and innovation. No other city in the world can match novel technologies highly relevant to industry and generates creative spaces for new forms of practice.

THE GRANITE CITY

CITY OF CULTURE

SCOTLAND’S third biggest city

Nicknames include ‘The Granite City’, and ‘The Silver City with the Golden Sands’. This is because most of the buildings are made of the local grey stone, granite, and the city has a long, sandy coastline. The terraces of the Houses of Parliament and Waterloo Bridge in London are built of Aberdeen granite, and the city of Aberdeen boasts spectacular civic architecture such as Marischal College.

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Aberdeen has captivating museums, a fascinating history, a wealth of art and culture and a lively social scene. Its local dialect, Doric is spoken widely and visitors can relax in fantastic flower-filled parks and gardens. It has some of the best golf courses in the UK. There are more than 50 whisky distilleries and over 350 castles in Aberdeenshire and Moray.

Spectacular scenic mountains, the Malt Whisky Trail and Royal Deeside are a short drive away.

Aberdeen is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a diverse population.

WATCH OUR VIDEO ABOUT ABERDEEN www.rgu.ac.uk/PERFECT-LOCATION

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Aberdeen city centre

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HOW TO GET HERE Aberdeen

BY RAIL There are regular trains from Aberdeen to via Glasgow, Edinburgh and UK mainline stations.

EDINBURGH

National Rail Enquiries: 08457 48 49 50 www.nationalrail.co.uk

BY COACH There are regular services to Aberdeen Bus Station in the city centre.

DUBLIN

CARDIFF

London

www.megabus.com www.citylink.co.uk www.nationalexpress.co.uk

BY CAR Road access to Aberdeen is good, and once in the city, parking is available at several public car parks and at Park and Ride sites located in Kingswells and Bridge of Don. Regular bus services operate from the city centre to the Garthdee campus.

BY AIR Aberdeen Airport is seven miles north of the city centre. There is a regular shuttle bus to the city centre. Several airlines operate direct flights from within the UK and London airports, as well as connections through Amsterdam, Paris and Frankfurt.

DOMESTIC British Airways www.ba.com

INTERNATIONAL Aer Lingus www.aerlingus.com

Easyjet www.easyjet.com

Air France www.airfrance.com

FlyBe www.flybe.com

KLM www.klm.com

BMI www.flybmi.com

Lufthansa www.lufthansa.com

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ABERDEEN: THE PERFECT LOCATION things to do and places to visit There are lots of exciting events taking place in and around Aberdeen throughout the year.

We’ve highlighted some of our favourites.

September Freshers’ Week This is your chance to celebrate the start of the new academic year. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people and make new friends through a range of fun activities.

October Dracula at Drum Drum Castle’s tower transforms into a cinema screen. Viewers bring their chairs (or coffins), warm capes, chattering fangs and joined in with the spooky fun.

Find more events at www.nts.org.uk November Winter Festival A fun-packed programme of festive events that runs from early November through to January www.winterfestivalaberdeen.com December Stonehaven Fireballs An ancient custom held on Hogmanay, where a procession of 45 participants swing blazing balls of fire above their heads before throwing them into the harbour.

January Burns Supper A celebratory meal for Scotland’s finest poet, Rabbie Burns. It includes an address to a haggis, the ‘Immortal Memory’ and a toast to the lassies, usually with a wee dram.

February Fantastic gigs Bombay Bicycle Club and The 1975 and Kevin Bridges have previously played in Aberdeen.

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March The Big Beach Ball A nice mini-festival with bands, DJs and vintage market at Aberdeen Beach. www.thebigbeachball.co.uk April Aberdeen Jazz Festival Previous highlights have included the fantastic Hypnotic Brass Ensemble – known for their appearances on ‘Later’ with Jools Holland and work with Gorillaz.

Look Again Visual Art & Design Festival An exciting art and design festival. In 2015, Aberdonians were asked to become tourists in their own city. www.lookagainfestival.co.uk May The Torcher Parade Students dress up, decorate floats, dance and sing to the 50,000 spectators who line the streets. They collect thousands of pounds for local charities.

June Aberdeen Highland Games Featuring pipe band music competitions, Highland dancing, caber toss, tug o’ war and many other traditional Scottish fun and games.

July International Youth Festival Featuring diverse performances of music, theatre and dance from around the globe.

August The Wizard Festival An intimate music festival held in New Deer. Previous line-ups have included The Charlatans, The Stranglers and The Magic Numbers.www.wizardfestival.com

Spectacular castles and scenery Slains Castle, near Cruden Bay is said to have been the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel Dracula. There are over 350 castles to explore in Aberdeenshire and Moray.

Best for outdoor adventure sports Access amazing outdoor pursuits such as mountain biking, hill walking, rock climbing, snowboarding and surfing.

Stunning parks, gardens and beaches Explore the sand dunes of Balmedie beach.

A vibrant city Aberdeen has a wide selection of shops and great nightlife.

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THE UNIQUE CULTURE OF ABERDEEN AND THE NORTH EAST of Scotland A TASTE OF ABERDEEN The region offers some delicious local produce. When in Aberdeen, why not try out some of our local specialities?

- Butteries/rowies (a flat type of pastry) - Oatcakes or shortbread biscuits - Tablet (a sweet similar to fudge) - A wee dram of local whisky - Cullen skink soup (haddock and potato) - Stovies served with beetroot and oatcakes - Fish supper (battered fish and chips) - Aberdeen Angus steak

Living in Aberdeen has been the best experience of my life.

I feel I have achieved so much being here and had a great time in the process.

I have classmates from all over the world, but what I have really enjoyed most is getting to know the local people.

The Scottish friends I have met here are really friendly and very welcoming!

Delcio Henjengo from Angola Mechanical and Electrical Engineering student

- Haggis, neeps and tatties - locally caught salmon, crab or scallops THE LOCAL DIALECT – DORIC We do of course speak English, but why not try out the local dialect, Doric?

Hello, how are you?

The usual response to this greeting is ‘Nae bad, yersel?’

Where are you from?

You can also be asked ‘Furry Boots?’ which means the same!

What nice/bad weather we’re having today!

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Parks and gardens Relax in Aberdeen’s many flower-filled parks and gardens.

Aberdeen is known as the silver city with the golden sands because of its granite buildings and sandy beach.

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FURTHER INFORMATION QUICK LINKS Postgraduate COURSEs www.rgu.ac.uk/better

ONLINE study and courses www.rgu.ac.uk/better-online

POSTGRADUATE EVENTS www.rgu.ac.uk/openevening

FEES AND FUNDING www.rgu.ac.uk/pgfees

SCHOLARSHIPS www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS www.rgu.ac.uk/international

APPLY ONLINE www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline

About your application www.rgu.ac.uk/admissions

ACCOMMODATION www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation

SUPPORT DURING YOUR STUDIES www.rgu.ac.uk/studentservices

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HOW TO APPLY Apply ONLINE The quickest and most efficient method of applying for any postgraduate course at Robert Gordon University is to apply online at www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline There is no application fee to pay to apply.

The exceptions to this are the MSc Social Work and Master of Architecture Part 2, which should be applied for via the UCAS website at www.ucas.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN YOUR APPLICATION ‘Apply Online’ is quick and easy to use, allowing you to complete pages in any order, and you may save your progress and come back to the form as many times as you like.

Supporting documents (certificates, academic transcripts, references and CV) are required to be uploaded at the time of application so please ensure you have these available. Please note, the file cannot exceed 500 KB in size and should be in .doc, .wpd, .rtf, .xls, .pdf, .docx, .xlsx or .txt format) Download full instructions on making an application: www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline CONTACT US ABOUT YOUR APPLICATION Our Postgraduate Admissions Office are happy to answer any queries you may have relating to your application.

PgOffice@rgu.ac.uk Tel: 01224 262209

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Most postgraduate courses from RGU are suitable for those who possess a UK undergraduate Honours degree or an international undergraduate degree which is comparable to a UK honours degree. Other qualifications and appropriate experience may be considered with entry and is subject to the University’s judgement.

Applicants whose first language is not English should refer to our website for information. www.rgu.ac.uk/english-requirements Certain courses may have additional conditions for entry. Please ensure you check the individual course information pages for full details of what is required.

International students You can apply directly via our online application service or via one of our approved agents worldwide. Our local representatives will be able to advise you on our range of courses and assist you with your visa application.

All international students looking to travel to and study within the UK are required to have a tier 4 visa. In order to study at RGU you must hold a Tier 4 visa under our sponsor licence.

For information relating to visits, visa requirements, funding or for a full list of our country representatives, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/international DOCTORAL RESEARCH If you are interested in undertaking a research degree and would like to apply to become a research student, please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/postgraduate-research researchdegrees@rgu.ac.uk Tel: 01224 262155

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AFTER YOU APPLY WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? How long will my application take to be processed?

We will do our best to give you a decision within 10 working days. Please understand that this time frame alters depending on what course you are applying to and also the time of year that you apply. If you have any queries about your application, we are happy to answer these over the phone or through email.

If you have applied online, we will start to process your application as soon as we have received all of the supporting documents that we require.

Once we have made a decision we will send you an email confirming this. If you have been successful in your application, you will be able to follow a link from this email to your Offer Letter.

How do I accept or decline an offer?

When we issue you with an offer by email, you will be able to follow a link to an acceptance/ declination form.

The decision sent to you will be one of: • An unconditional offer which means you already satisfy all the academic conditions required before entry and we are offering you a place.

• A conditional offer which means you do note yet satisfy the conditions required before entry but you propose to do so. The conditions are given in the offer letter.

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I have received a conditional offer, what do I do now?

Many students will initially get a conditional offer of acceptance. This means we are happy in principle to accept you to study at Robert Gordon University but you must meet certain conditions first. The most common conditions are: • Completing an existing course (for example passing your Bachelors before coming to do a Masters with us). In this case, you should send us a copy of your final exam results/ degree certificates as soon as they are available.

• Non-UK Students Proving that your English Language is good enough for University level study. In this case you should send us a copy of your IELTS or Pearson certificate as soon as it is available • Non-EU full-time Students Making a pre-payment of tuition fees, or paying a deposit. In this case you must arrange to pay a proportion of your tuition fees to the University before we can release an Unconditional Offer.

Getting an Unconditional Offer Once you have fulfilled the conditions of your Conditional Offer, we will issue your Unconditional Offer.

Enrolment INFORMATION If your application is successful and you accept our offer, you will be contacted with information about enrolment before your course begins.

Full-time International students will at this point also be issued with their CAS number and statement. The personal CAS number we issue will link directly to the Visa and Immigration database to facilitate your visa application.

Your CAS statement confirms that:

For courses starting in September, enrolment information will be sent out in mid August.

For those courses that begin in January, the information will be sent when the University re-opens after the winter break.

• The University is prepared to offer you a place on a course • You have met any academic conditions that were asked of you • You have made a pre-payment of tuition fees/deposit.

Regarding pre-payments – this means when we have received your payment in our bank account. This may be several weeks after you transfer it, if you are making an overseas bank transfer.

Details of how to pay tuition fees can be found on our website at www.rgu.ac.uk/pgfees

CONTACT US ABOUT YOUR POSTGRADUATE APPLICATION Postgraduate Admissions Office Robert Gordon University Schoolhill, Aberdeen AB10 1FR PgOffice@rgu.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1224 262209 www.rgu.ac.uk/admissions

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FEES, FUNDING and SCHOLARSHIPS FUNDING Postgraduate students will normally make their own arrangements for payment of fees. All fees are listed on individual course pages on our website.

Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan (PTFL) Support for postgraduate funding is provided through a Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan (PTFL), formerly PSAS, the Postgraduate Students Allowance Scheme. It is run by the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS).

The maximum tuition fee loan levels in 2015 were £3,400 for full-time courses and £1,700 for part-time courses.

Eligible (Scottish domiciled and EU) full-time or part-time students who have accepted a postgraduate place on an eligible course can apply directly to the SAAS for a loan to cover up to £3,400 towards their tuition fees.

Payment options There are payment installment options available, but how and when you pay is determined by factors such as where you live as well as your chosen mode of study (fulltime, part-time or online).

15% Alumni Loyalty Discount We offer our alumni a 15% loyalty discount on the University’s postgraduate course fees. The discount applies to both home and overseas alumni (holders of undergraduate degrees from Robert Gordon University) who commence postgraduate study at the University. It can only be applied to tuition fees and cannot be used to cover any other programme-related expenses (e.g. residential costs, materials or membership fees).

For further information visit www.rgu.ac.uk/discount

Students enter into an agreement based on the terms and conditions of the Income Contingent Repayment Loan. Repayment is directly linked to income, through the income tax system, ensuring that monthly repayments are affordable.

EU students are also eligible to apply to SAAS for a tuition fee loan. They will need to get a UK National Insurance number to become eligible. Further information can be found at www.rgu.ac.uk/pgfees The application form is available to download from SAAS website. You should monitor the SAAS website for updates. www.saas.gov.uk

CONTACT US ABOUT YOUR POSTGRADUATE fee payment options and funding opportunities Student Finance +44 (0)1224 262664 studentfinance@rgu.ac.uk Further information on other sources of funding is available at: www.postgraduate-funding.com/ gateway

Non-payment of fees The University’s current sanction for non-payment of tuition fees is to withhold the conferment of awards to students who are in debt to the University.

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MY SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP WAS TAILORMADE. IT INCLUDED SPORTS COACHING, CONDITIONING ADVICE AND PHYSIOLOGICAL TESTING, AS WELL AS EXPERT ADVICE ON NUTRITION AND SPORTS SCIENCE. GOLD MEDALLIST SWIMMER, HANNAH MILEY RGU: SPORT SCHOLARSHIP

SCHOLARSHIPS RGU SPORT scholarship There are a number of sports scholarships offered to promising sports men and women to support them in developing their talents and succeeding in their chosen sporting field whilst undertaking academic study. Scholarships are offered on an annual basis to athletes who are at, or close to, national standard in their given sport. Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year. www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships Scotland’s Saltire scholarships The British Council and Scottish Government run Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships scheme.

There are a total of 200 awards made under this scheme open to students from Canada, China, India and USA who are pursuing a taught one year Masters degree at a Scottish university. Those who are successful will be offered a scholarship totalling £2,000. Students who hold a conditional or an unconditional offer from a Scottish institutions can apply.

Fnd out about other sources of funding for international students from the British Council’s database www.britishcouncil.org

Carnegie-Cameron taught postgraduate bursaries Offered to Scottish students undertaking either a one year, full-time or two year, part-time taught postgraduate degree in any subject offered by the University.

The awards are reviewed annually and will be automatically deducted from tuition fees.

Bursaries will be awarded on the basis of an overall assessment of the merit and promise of the candidate, including their financial circumstances.

Course-specific scholarships and funding We have only listed a small portion of scholarships and funding options on this page.

We have a much wider list of course-specific scholarships and funding on our website.

These include Merit, MBA, Talisman and Opito scholarships. As this information is regularly reviewed and updated, we recommend you check individual course pages on our site to access and check this information.

The scholarships that are available will depend on your course. To access the full list available, visit the course of interest on our website.

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SUPPORTING YOU DURING YOUR STUDIES STUDENT CENTRAL At ‘Student Central’ you will find: • Student Help Point (Information and Advice Centre) • Careers & Employability Centre • Chaplaincy • Child Care (Treehouse Nursery) • Counselling Support and Wellbeing • Disability and Dyslexia Advice and Support • International Student Advice, Visa and Immigration Centre • Scholarships • Study Skills and Access Unit Student Central is located on level 3, Health and Social Care building, Garthdee. www.rgu.ac.uk/studentservices STUDENT HELP POINT For current students, this is your ‘one-stop shop’ for all non-academic queries, support and advice. At Student Help Point you can…

Pay…Tuition fees, accommodation instalments, graduation fees.

Request…Student status letters, including letters for bank account and council tax purposes.

Browse info on…Careers, student finance, prospectuses, health, local info, what’s on.

And lots more…Book appointments with Study Skills team and Wellbeing Advisor, get replacement ID cards and top up print accounts.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVICE, VISA AND IMMIGRATION CENTRE The International Student Advice, Visa and Immigration Centre provides international students with a wide range of support and advice which includes: • Offering advice on extending/renewing your student visa (in line with the recommendations of the Office of the Immigration Services Commission) • Issuing your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) (This service is for current students only) • Running workshops to advise you on how to complete your Tier 4 Student visa extension form • Advising you on working during your studies (please note that we do not issue letters to students to give to employers) • Organising a ‘Meet and Greet’ service for new international/EU students arriving at Aberdeen Airport • Leading Orientation presentations in January and September for all new international/EU students and organising Health Screening sessions on campus • Offering general information and advice • Advising you of your visa responsibilities in order to remain compliant with UK Border Agency regulations www.rgu.ac.uk/international isa@rgu.ac.uk

CAREERS & EMPLOYABILITY CENTRE Students can access support to help them identify and assess the career options that are right for them; securing part-time work or summer jobs; work experience opportunities and how to progress themselves to effectively source and apply for their first graduate-level job. www.rgu.ac.uk/careers

STUDY SKILLS AND ACCESS UNIT The Study Skills and Access Unit offers you confidential advice, support and guidance with a range of academic study skills, including:

DISABILITY and DYSLEXIA centre We support individuals with physical and sensory impairments, health conditions, dyslexia or other specific learning differences, and those with short or long-term support needs.

• English Language (for International Students)

The service employs a dedicated Enabling Technologist who provides advice and support in the use of assistive and enabling technology, and an Educational Psychologist.

We tailor our service to suit you, and you can arrange appointments on an individual or small group basis, and appointments can be face-toface, via email or telephone.

Find us at Student Central, Garthdee. +44 (0)1224 262103 disability@rgu.ac.uk

Contact us at studyskills@rgu.ac.uk or visit www.rgu.ac.uk/studysupport for more information.

CHILDCARE The Treehouse Early Care and Education Centre at Robert Gordon University (managed

by Bright Horizons Family Solutions) is situated on our Garthdee campus.

RGU: UNION The Student Association represents all RGU Students to make your student life the best it can be! There are a wide variety of clubs and societies to join, volunteering opportunities, fund-raising and campaign activities.

This outstanding purpose built facility provides the highest quality care and education for babies and children of three months to five years of age. www.rgu.ac.uk/nurseryfacilities +44 (0)1224 861840 CHAPLAINCY The Chaplaincy service is for the benefit of the whole University community. www.rgu.ac.uk/chaplaincy +44 (0)1224 591527

• Academic Writing and Critical Thinking • Exam Preparation and Revision • Maths, Statistics and Numeracy Skills

• Study Skills (time management, presentation skills etc) • Basic IT Skills

We also produce a handy student guide for all new students that is packed with tips and useful information. www.rguunion.co.uk hello@rguunion.co.uk +44 (0)1224 262266

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LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY? Aberdeen is a truly student-focused city, where you will meet people from all over the world. That’s one reason why studying at RGU is such a rewarding experience.

Our accommodation Robert Gordon University has various purposebuilt accommodation developments situated in the city and at the Garthdee campus. The flats are well equipped, and some of the accommodation has en-suite bathrooms, whilst the remainder has shared washing and toilet facilities.

The rent you pay generally includes 24/7 highspeed internet access, all utilities, and personal contents insurance. In 2014/15 rent rates ranged from £69 to £189 per week.

You can have a look at the most up-to-date information and view our flats on our website www.rgu.ac.uk/living/accommodation Applications Application for University accommodation is made online at www.rgu.ac.uk/roomonline To apply you must live outwith the Aberdeen area and have accepted an unconditional or conditional offer or have an insurance offer.

Private sector accommodation See our website under ‘Alternative Accommodation’ for links to www.rgustudentpad.co.uk and other advertising sites for private flats/rooms.

Prices in the private sector start at around £80 per week (excluding bills).

Adapted accommodation We have a number of adapted flats. If you have specific requirements for adaptations or equipment, you should contact the Accommodation Services directly to discuss your requirements on +44 (0)1224 262130.

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NEED More INFORMATION ABOUT ACCOMMODATION? For the most up-to-date information about accommodation, go to our website or contact us direct.

We would be delighted to help and look forward to welcoming you to Aberdeen. www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation Call us on +44 (0)1224 262130 Email accommodation@rgu.ac.uk

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USEFUL LINKS AND CONTACTS UNIVERSITY MAIN SWITCHBOARD Telephone +44 (0) 1224 262000 LIST OF Postgraduate Courses We recommend visiting our website to find the most up-to-date information on courses. www.rgu.ac.uk/better POSTGRADUATE OPEN EVENINGS To register and book a place at one of our postgraduate events, go to: www.rgu.ac.uk/openevening STUDENT FINANCE For enquiries about fees, finance and scholarships. +44 (0)1224 262664 Email studentfinance@rgu.ac.uk www.rgu.ac.uk/pgfees APPLY ONLINE To apply for a postgraduate course, go to: www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline Postgraduate admissions team For enquiries about your postgraduate application and entry requirements. +44 (0)1224 262209 PgOffice@rgu.ac.uk ACCOMMODATION SERVICES If you are looking for a place to stay and need advice on accommodation Email accommodation@rgu.ac.uk www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation

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FURTHER READING Visit Scotland www.visitscotland.com Visit Aberdeen www.visitaberdeen.com Aberdeen Invest Live Visit www.aberdeeninvestlivevisit.co.uk

Disclaimer This guide is intended as a guide for applicants for courses delivered by Robert Gordon University.

In compiling it, the University has taken every care to be as accurate as possible, and the information in this guide is correct at the time of going to print, but the guide must be read as subject to change at any time and without notice.

The University undertakes to make every reasonable effort to provide the teaching and academic facilities necessary for applicants’ programmes of study. However, the University reserves the right, if such action is considered to be necessary, to make variations to fees and/or to vary the content or delivery method of any course at any time. In addition, the University may, at its sole discretion, discontinue or amalgamate any course(s). In these rare cases, the University will notify applicants as soon as possible and reasonable steps will be taken to provide a suitable alternative to a discontinued course.

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CONTACT US +44 (0)1224 262209 PgOffice@rgu.ac.uk www.rgu.ac.uk/better

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Our postgraduate events are held every February, May, August and November. Don’t miss a great opportunity to speak with Course Leaders, see the campus facilities and ask any questions you may have about applying or financial help. www.rgu.ac.uk/openevening

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HAVE YOU SEEN OUR range of booklets with information about our Postgraduate courses? You can view them online or Download them from our website at: www.rgu.ac.uk/pg-booklets

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