Tag: Learning
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Gray’s Degree Show: Through the Eyes of a Fashion & Textiles Student
Fashion and Textiles student Emma visited the 2026 Gray’s Degree Show to explore the breadth of our student’s work. She shares what she saw and learned during her visit, as well what has inspired her for her own practise.
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Engineering Degrees Explained: BEng (Hons) and MEng Made Simple
Starting an engineering degree is exciting, but understanding your options can feel overwhelming. One of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to study a BEng (Hons) or an MEng. In this guide, we’ll break down the key differences, explain how each route works, and help you understand which pathway might suit your career goals…
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My Journey as a Care-Experienced Student at RGU
My name is Emma. I am a third-year Social Work student here at RGU, and I am care-experienced. Those two parts of my identity do not compete with one another; they sit side by side. One shaped my past, the other shapes my future. When conversations turn to care-experienced people and education, they often begin…
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24 Hours at RGU Hack 2026
Hackathons are one of those experiences you hear about a lot in Computer Science, but you never truly understand them until you join one yourself. My name is Keiko, and I’m a Computer Science student at Robert Gordon University (RGU). Recently, I took part in RGU Hack 2026, a 24-hour hackathon at RGU. It turned…
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How to romanticise studying
Computing and Creative Design student Abrar shares how she’s learned to “romanticise” studying at RGU, turning every day routines and chores into something calming, motivating, and even enjoyable. Discover her top tips to unlock study habits that support both your productivity and wellbeing!
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From RGU to Global HR Leadership
From discovering the internet for the first time during his studies to leading HR teams across the globe, RGU alumnus Chris Taylor has built a career defined by curiosity, connection, and a passion for helping people thrive. Nearly three decades after completing his studies, Chris now runs his own HR consultancy and continues to return…
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Expectations vs Reality: My First Year as a Graduate Apprentice at RGU
RGU offers Graduate Apprenticeship (GA) courses designed around the needs of businesses which allow employees to continue to work while they earn their degree over the course of four years. Last year, we spoke to Emma McGowan, Hire Administrator at STR, as she started her first year on the Business Management GA at RGU. Now about to…
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Study Abroad in Germany: My Experience as an Architecture Student
Studying abroad is more than an academic opportunity, it’s a life-changing experience. For Ben, Architecture student at RGU, his six months living in Weimar, Germany, were some of the best in his life. He recounts his unforgettable experience in this blog, reflecting on all the moments that shaped his time at Bauhaus University.
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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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Studying Business with Data Analytics at RGU
RGU student Owen shares why he changed his initial course to join the BA (Hons) Business with Data Analytics and his experience on his year-long placement.