Robert Gordon University Invests £1.3m in Scholarships

By Robert Gordon University Modified on February 03, 2017

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Applying from a Community College
If you are about to complete your college diploma/associate degree in Canada and are looking for an exciting opportunity to continue your education by obtaining a Bachelor degree - why not consider Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland!

We have already mapped many of our courses with our college partners in Canada to streamline the process of transferring to Robert Gordon University. However, if your course is not yet mapped we would still welcome your application and will be able to review these on a case by case basis.

We have professionally focused courses in the following areas:

  • Architecture, Construction and Surveying
  • Art and Design
  • Business, Management and Accounting
  • Computing and IT
  • Engineering / Oil and Gas
  • Health Sciences and Professions
  • Information, Communication and Media
  • Laboratory, Biomedical and Sports Sciences
  • Social Work and Social Sciences

Partnerships Scholarships are automatic for our partner colleges which are:
*This is open to students who have studied any course at these colleges.

  • Bow Valley College
  • Centennial College
  • College of New Caledonia
  • Douglas College
  • Durham College
  • Fanshawe College
  • Fleming College
  • Georgian College
  • Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
  • Lethbridge College
  • Mohawk College
  • North Island College
  • Nova Scotia Community College
  • SAIT Polytechnic
  • Selkirk College
  • St Lawrence College

This scholarship is automatically applied when you complete an application form and is for £3,000 off of your tuition fees.

Funding for Canadian students:
Robert Gordon University is also registered with OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) for students who would like to apply for a loan to support them during their studies. https://osap.gov.on.ca/OSAPPortal/index.htm

Vice Principal's Scholarship - International (Outside of EU)
This prestigious scholarship entitles the winning student to their full course fees for their first year of study. It is awarded to one Undergraduate student per year who will be studying full-time on-campus. The winning student will have three 'A' Levels at grade A or equivalent and will need to complete a separate application form, including a 500 word personal statement.

Early Payment Bursary - International (Outside of EU)
An early payment bursary of £500 will be awarded to all undergraduate and postgraduate International students who pay their full deposit by the date stipulated when they receive and accept their offer. All students will be advised of the date by which they need to pay their deposit by a member of our Student Admissions Services team.

Robert Gordon University Undergraduate / Postgraduate Awards - International (Outside of EU) and UK (Outside of Scotland)
A £1,000 scholarship will be awarded to all undergraduate and postgraduate International and RUK students who meet the standard entry requirements. The scholarships will be applied to the balance of your tuition fees after any deposits have been paid.

Robert Gordon University High Achiever Scholarships - International (Outside of EU)
This is an additional £1,000 that will be be awarded automatically to students on the basis of their academic merit. You will not be required to submit a separate application. Our Scholarships Award Panel will discuss your previous education history and information given in your personal statement as part of your application to make their assessment. Winners of the High Achiever Scholarship will automatically receive the respective Undergraduate or Postgraduate Award, for a total of £2,000.

Why Aberdeen?
Aberdeen is the 3rd largest city in Scotland with a population of around 300,000. The city benefits from excellent transport links including convenient access to Aberdeen’s International Airport and train station. Here you will experience the buzz of a cosmopolitan city, stunning granite buildings, award-winning unspoilt beaches and meet lifelong friends. You will be spoilt for choice for things to do from exploring the ancient castles to enjoying the variety of outdoor sports including; skiing, fishing, mountain climbing, snowboarding and water sports. The city’s bars, cafes, restaurants, malls, museums, cinemas and theatres are all in one compact easy to navigate place. Aberdeen is also consistently voted one of the safest cities to live, work and study in the UK.

Why Robert Gordon University?
Well it has an impressive international reputation for providing quality education and offers a vast range of courses from undergraduate through to PhD level and attracts more than 16,000 students from 132 countries every year. Situated on one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK, the university provides facilities that will have a real influence on your capacity to learn. RGU is consistently ranked among the UK's top universities for graduate employment. In 2013 RGU became the UK’s most modern university with the opening of its new £170 million campus.

Find out more today by completing our International Enquiries Form or email international@rgu.ac.uk or by phone +44 (0) 1224 262726

We look forward to welcoming you.

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