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How RGU helped me find my career path as a man in Nursing
Recent Adult Nursing graduate Keiren Cruickshank shares how he decided to become a nurse despite gender stereotypes and how RGU helped him in his journey to build his dream career looking after people.
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Top 4 things to do at RGU’s Discovery Days
Our next Discovery Day – previously called Applicants’ Day – will take place on Wednesday 14th June! Come see our modern riverside campus and meet our amazing staff and students. You will be able to explore our state-of-the-art facilities and…
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How to handle culture shock as an International Student in Aberdeen
RGU welcomes students from 153 countries, so if you feel a bit lost after moving from your home country to Aberdeen, you’re probably not the only one! Experiencing culture shock is perfectly normal but there are some things you can…
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Living in RGU accommodation – Garthdee Round Tower
Living in RGU accommodation provides many benefits, including security, peace of mind, and the chance to make new friends. Pharmacy student Adam Young shares his experience living in Garthdee Round Tower, at the heart of our campus.
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Moving from Canada to Aberdeen with my Saltire Scholarship
Taylor moved from Canada to Scotland to study a Master’s in Physiotherapy at RGU after obtaining a Saltire Scholarship. She tells us about preparing for new beginnings, travelling to Scotland and settling in Aberdeen and at university.
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Being a research student at RGU – Hareesh’s story
Hareesh has been fascinated by engineering since he was child and is now fulfilling his career ambitions as a research student at RGU studying towards a PhD. He shares more about his background and his RGU experience.
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A student’s guide on how to prevent body aches while studying
Studying for a long period of time can cause soreness in your whole body and make you feel tired and demotivated. However, there are some things you can do to relieve the strain and prevent pains. MSc Construction Management student…
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Travelling to and from Aberdeen when studying at RGU
If you’re thinking about studying at RGU, you may wonder where Aberdeen is in Scotland. And if you’re already a student here, you might be wondering what you can do nearby and how you can travel to other exciting locations…
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Best study spots in Aberdeen
It can be hard to stay motivated when studying at home with so many distractions around. Working on your coursework and exams on campus, in a coffee shop or in a library gives you a change of scenery and has…
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Top tips for second-hand shopping in Aberdeen
Second-hand shopping can be a fun activity to do on the weekend, and with Aberdeen’s many charity shops you will frequently be able to find some unique items. On top of this, buying second-hand is not only good for your…
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