Category: Learning
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Climbing and Community: Joining a Sports Club at RGU
Starting university in a new country is an exciting adventure, but it can be daunting when it comes to meeting new people. Joining a sports club at RGU can be one of the best ways to build friendships, develop or discover your passions, and make the most of your student experience. For international student Mellisa,…
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Volunteering at RGU’s Graduation as a Student
As part of my BA (Hons) Events Management degree, I’ve been actively seeking opportunities to gain real-world experience alongside my studies. One of the most valuable and enjoyable opportunities I’ve taken part in has been volunteering at my university’s graduation ceremonies. Read more about my experience in this blog.
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Meeting The Princess Royal: Celebrating 100 Years of OT at RGU
Occupational Therapy has come a long way since its beginnings in the UK, with 2025 marking 100 years of the profession. As a second-year Occupational Therapy student at RGU, Katie had the privilege to meet with Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal as part of our Centenary event on campus. Here is a glimpse into…
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My Journey From Nigeria to Aberdeen
RGU student Favour shares her experience settling in after moving from Nigeria to Aberdeen. From the visa process to studying away from home, she tells us about her experience and gives some top tips for those wanting to follow the same path.
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Balancing your studies and wellbeing at RGU
Hear from master’s student Amaka about her top tips to look after her wellbeing while studying Cybersecurity at RGU.
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I Stumbled Into Tech: My Path to International Business Management at RGU
International student Anita first thought she was going to become a Geologist when a seemingly mundane conversation with a friend changed her career trajectory. After discovering product management was what she wanted to do, joining the master’s in International Business Management at RGU was a no-brainer. Hear about her journey and her experience studying at…
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From Inspiration to Impact: My PhD Journey in Psychology at RGU
Following in her mum’s footsteps, Kevbe obtained a Phd at RGU looking at mental ill health in Nigerian prisons. She shares how her PhD thesis came to life and her experience as a research student at RGU.
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My experience studying Business Management fully online
After leaving secondary school, Rachel went straight into employment without thinking about higher education until her employer suggested a degree could help her progress in her career. She’s now about to begin her last year studying Business Management fully online at RGU while juggling a full-time job! She shares her experience in this blog, including…
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My experience on RGU’s first Graduate Apprenticeship in Business Management
Aimee built a successful career without a degree but when the opportunity to join the first ever Graduate Apprenticeship in Business Management at RGU presented itself, she knew this was what she was meant to do! She shares her honest experience juggling full-time work and her studies, and how she has been supported by RGU…
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From undergraduate to a PhD in Social Work at RGU
PhD student Joanna shares her life-changing journey pursuing her dream career from undergraduate to research studies at RGU.