Symbol of Success 2 | SYMBOL of SUCCESS COURSE INDEX

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Symbol of success 2 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS COURSE INDEX

ABERDEEN BUSINESS SCHOOL Gray’s School of Art Accounting and Finance 46 Painting 108 Events Management 48 Contemporary Art Practice Fashion Management 50 (Moving Image/Photography/ Printmaking/Sculpture) 110 International Hospitality Management 52 Fashion and Textile Design 112 International Tourism Management 54 Communication Design Journalism 56 (Graphics/Illustration/Photography) 114 Law and Management 58 Three Dimensional Design (Ceramics Law 60 and Glass/Jewellery/Product Design) 116 The Management Programme Commercial Photography 118 International Business Management 64 Management 67 The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture Management with HRM 68 and Built Environment Management with Marketing 69 Architectural Technology 122 Media 70 Architecture 124 Public Relations 72 Construction Management 126 Surveying 128 FACULTY OF DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY FACULTY OF HEALTH Computing AND SOCIAL CARE Application Software Development 80 Applied Social Sciences 132 Business Information Technology 82 Applied Sport and Exercise Science 134 Computer Network Management & Design 84 Applied Biomedical Science 139 Computer Science 86 Biomedical Science 140 Digital Media 88 Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences 141 Graphics and Animation 90 Diagnostic Radiography 142 Multimedia Development 92 Forensic and Analytical Science 144 Bachelor of Midwifery 146 Engineering Bachelor of Nursing – Adult 150 Mechanical Engineering 98 Bachelor of Nursing – Mechanical and Offshore Engineering 100 Children and Young People’s 152 Mechanical and Electrical Engineering 102 Bachelor of Nursing – Mental Health 153 Electronic and Electrical Engineering 104 Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) Adult 154 Nutrition 156 Nutrition and Dietetics 158 Occupational Therapy 160 Pharmacy 162 Physiotherapy 164 Social Work 166

a clear future | 3 4 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Visit us CONTENTS The best way to get to know us and make INTRODUCTION sure we are the one for you is to visit! About Robert Gordon University 2 We want you to come and see for yourself our superb campus and find out just how Our people 4 friendly we really are. Is RGU the one for you? 5 Top for graduate employability 6 Strong links to industry 7 open days In 2013 we are offering you Welcome to Garthdee 8 two opportunities to come and Aberdeen – the perfect location 10 experience an Open Day at What's on in Aberdeen 12

Robert Gordon University: Doric dictionary 13 WWW.RGU.AC.UK Wednesday 2 October 2013 Supporting you 14 Saturday 2 November 2013 Placements 16 You must pre-register to attend an Open Day Careers and Employability Centre 18 from Summer 2013 onwards at Study abroad 20 www.rgu.ac.uk/openday International students 22 Whether you’re thinking of going to University in 2014 RGU: SPORT 24 or sometime further in the future, our Open Days give Keep it green 26 you the chance to visit the University, meet the academic Student Union 29 staff, experience the first-class facilities on offer and talk How to use this prospectus 41 to current students. It's also your chance to visit Aberdeen and see what a fantastic student city it is. COURSES visit afternoonS Aberdeen Business School 42 We also offer monthly Visit Afternoons, so if you are Faculty of Design and Technology 74 unable to make an Open Day or Applicants’ Day, come Faculty of Health and Social Care 130

along and we'll show you around the facilities and arrange an opportunity to meet with a lecturer from the course you are interested in. FURTHER INFORMATION ture fu

For more information on Visit Afternoons and to register Accommodation 170

Living in halls of residence 172 ear online please go to www.rgu.ac.uk/visitafternoons l c

Value for money 173 a You can also call us on +44 (0)1224 262044 or send an email to visi c.uk Money 174 if you want to discuss your requirements. Scholarships 179 Student support 180 How to apply 184 UCAS FAIRS We will be attending a number of UCAS fairs across When to apply 186 the UK in 2013 where we will be able to answer your College to university programmes 188 questions about our courses and the University. How to find us 190 For a full list of dates and locations please visit City centre map 192 www.rgu.ac.uk/ucasfairs Garthdee campus map 193 Index 196 Undergraduate Prospectus 2014 Prospectus 2014 Undergraduate

a clear future | 1 ABOUT Robert gordon university

Who is Robert Gordon? Our tartan Our founder, Robert Gordon was born in 1668 RGU has its own tartan with colours of Royal Blue, in Aberdeen. He was a merchant trader and Red and Gold. The tartan was designed by Michael philanthropist who amassed his fortune trading King in 1997, and some students choose to wear a from Danzig (Gdansk) in the Baltic. tartan kilt on their graduation day.

our Coat of Arms History going back 250 years Three boars are from the arms of the Gordon family, We have a heritage going back to 1729 when the castle is from the arms of the City of Aberdeen. Robert Gordon founded a hospital in Aberdeen for A black wavy band symbolises the rivers Dee and boys from poor families. In 1881, the hospital was Don, as well as North Sea oil, and the heraldic symbols transformed into a school and learning institution. in the centre represent technology (a cog), learning (a flaming torch) and commerce (a gold coin). RGU

OMNI NUNC ARTE MAGISTRA

Riverside location Our motto Our Garthdee campus sits on the banks of the River RGU's motto is ‘Omni Nunc Arte Magistra’ Dee in Aberdeen. It is home to many trees, including which can be interpreted as ‘Make the best of some rather attractive Monkey Puzzles. It takes several all your abilities’. hours to cut all the grass and around 15 mins to walk from one end of the campus to the other.

2 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Student population In 2011/12, the total student population was approximately 16,400

61% Undergraduate 37% POSTgraduate 2% DOCTORAL

OUR 10 SUBJECT AREAS

Architecture, Construction & Surveying; Art & Design; Business, Management & Accounting; Computing; Engineering; Health Professions; Information, Communication & Media; Laboratory, Biomedical & Sports Sciences; Law; Social Work & Social Sciences

27% 35%

38%

Undergraduates on campus STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS by faculty 2011/2012 IN 2010/2011 Aberdeen Business School Males 43:57 Females Design and Technology Health and Social Care

Shiver me timbers! 70,000 Alumni Of our many thousands of fans on Facebook, over We have an international community of 100 of them claim to speak Pirate. We also have approximately 70,000 alumni around the world. an RGU Pirate Society, led by their Captain, First www.rgu.ac.uk/alumni/groups Mate, Chest Keeper and Scroll Keeper!

a clear future | 3 OUR PEOPLE Our people are at the very heart of our student experience. We’re the only university in Scotland to be nominated for an award for excellence in delivering the student experience.

In the interest of serious market research we carried out an alternative RGU staff survey across select departments around the University*. We can reveal our staff are:

DOGS-LOVERS HIGH-FLYERS pass go Most chose man’s best friend over Most selected the ability to fly over Most prefer playing Monopoly feline pals an invisibility superpower than Chess LUNCH BUNCH EARLY BIRDS CHATTERBOXES More staff eat lunch at their desk Majority were proverbial early birds A much higher proportion rather than go out rather than night owls preferred talking on the phone rather than texting ROCKERS MUNRO-BAGGERS Mainly Rock fans over Classical Most preferred the mountains PRINT FANS rather than the ocean Most preferred reading a printed book to a Kindle

get off facebook and study!!

SOME OF THEir BEST THING ABOUT SOME ADVICE BEST MOTTOS working at RGU? FOR STUDENTS ‘Never take anything too seriously, Great colleagues, great students, ‘It’s not all about the parties… especially not yourself.’ location, job-variety and autonomy nor is it all about the studying!’

‘Do not underestimate the ‘Be the best that you can be.’ dark side of the force.’ ‘Find the library and use it.’ ‘Impress me.’

*This is not representative of all opinions of RGU members of staff, but a small percentage, who chose to participate on a Friday afternoon.

4 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS is RGU THE ONE FOR YOU? Picking a course to study or selecting a university is not an easy choice to make. There’s so much to consider when weighing up your options. Here are some things to think about, as well as some reasons to choose us.

WHAT SUBJECT DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST? DOES LOCATION MATTER? You’ll be studying for a number of years, so be true to If you want the best of both worlds, Aberdeen is the yourself and choose the course that fits with both your perfect location. A vibrant yet compact city, we are within personality and your passion. Our 50+ undergraduate easy reach of spectacular beaches, mountains and courses are organised into 10 subject areas, each offering stunning scenery. The buoyant local economy of Aberdeen a route to diverse and stimulating careers. Find out more at is of benefit to our graduates too, since there are a high www.rgu.ac.uk/areas-of-study/subjects number of recruiters. Many oil and gas companies need to Top tip: Pay close attention to the ‘What you will study’ recruit as a priority to plug skills shortages and because sections on our individual course pages. The modules will Aberdeen is the energy capital of Europe, we’re the best give you insight into the differences between courses as place to be if you want to get into the energy sector, well as the type of coursework you’ll undertake. Our whatever your degree is. Our long-standing tradition in the Applicants’ Days and Open Days allow you the opportunity fields of health and social care, business and the creative to speak to our course leaders and current students industries, means our graduates are highly sought after in face-to-face, ask them any questions you might have about these sectors too. the course and grill them on their specialist subject! Top tip: We consider our riverside campus, based on the banks of the beautiful River Dee, to be one of the most WILL YOU GET A JOB AT THE END OF IT? attractive campuses in the UK and one of Europe’s finest. The river itself is home to otters, heron, salmon and other The Sunday Times 2012 said, ‘A degree from Robert wildlife. Our campus has beautiful woodland walkways Gordon is as near to a guarantee of a job as you can get.’ and parkland, connecting our modern, stylish buildings. So statistically, the likelihood of being gainfully employed Experience it in person by registering for our Open Days in after you graduate from RGU is extremely high. October and November, or our Applicants’ Days Government figures from the Higher Education Statistics throughout February and March. Agency (HESA 2012) show that 97.1% of students graduating from RGU with their first degree in 2010/11 were in employment or undertaking further study. We WHY ARE OUR FACILITIES SO IMPRESSIVE? have an amazing graduate jobs record – beating Oxford Although our roots go back to 1729, we are a forward- and Cambridge hands down. Read all about our thinking and dynamic institution. Ever heard of Lord employment success at Norman Foster? He’s a world-renowned architect who www.rgu.ac.uk/employment-success designed Aberdeen Business School. Most of our buildings follow this iconic style. Our latest building, open So why are RGU graduates so highly in September 2013, houses the most cutting-edge facilities and progressive learning spaces yet. Discover more at sought after by employers? www.rgu.ac.uk/newbuild We are the 'professional university’ and prepare our graduates for the world of work. Our strong links with Top tip: Take a tour of our fantastic, modern facilities, industry mean that many of our courses are designed by including our Moot Court, Clinical Skills Centre, DART those working in industry, who actually inform course Simulator and Green Screen at content by the skills they require from our graduates. Find www.rgu.ac.uk/facilities out who we collaborate with at These are just some of the reasons we think RGU could be www.rgu.ac.uk/industry-links the one for you. Top tip: Our Careers & Employability Centre provides all Want to know more? Visit the necessary advice to help our graduates get their www.rgu.ac.uk/why-choose-us dream job. 90% of our courses offer a work placement, which is impressive on your CV and is highly attractive to future employers.

a clear future | 5 TOP FOR GRADUATE EMPLOYABILITY

£21k Rewarding Careers BEST GRADUATE JOBS RECORD The workplace experience you accumulate will “A degree from Robert Gordon is as near to a often then lead directly to higher paid posts on guarantee of a job as you can get. Few graduates graduation. As a result our graduates achieve an were unemployed six months after leaving last average salary of almost £21,000 six months after year – just 3.8% – the lowest rate of any state-funded completing their studies. 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 2012

SCOTTISH UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR Commended for our excellent academic provision, consistently strong graduate employability levels and bold, strategic masterplan, we were named Engaging with employers We work closely with employers at every stage to Scottish University of the Year by ensure our courses prepare you for the professional The Sunday Times University Guide 2011. world; from course development and accreditation to providing scholarships and placements.

Practical AND invaluable experience 90% of our courses offer a placement, VOCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL helping to prepare you for the professional world, “The emphasis is firmly on vocational and professional ready to start your chosen career. courses and a wide range of placement options on offer. As a result, the University has one of the best graduate recruitment records in the UK.” The Guardian University Guide 2012

6 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS strong links to industry We work closely with employers – to offer courses that make our graduates particularly desirable to local, national and international companies and organisations.

Many of our courses are the result of close collaboration This means that our graduates learn the necessary skills with industry, focusing on both the day-to-day and future and are always strongly in demand. Here is a selection of professional needs of businesses and other organisations. those companies and organisations we collaborate with.

a clear future | 7 welcome to INVESTING IN YOUR FUTURE garthdee Our future developments will continue to enable the University to deliver the best riverside campus in Europe for all students GRAY’S SCHOOL FACULTY OF HEALTH OF ART to enjoy. See more at & SOCIAL CARE www.rgu.ac.uk/masterplan

the scott sutherland library school of architecture and built environment

research ABERDEEN institutes BUSINESS SCHOOL

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING PARKLAND AMBIENCE ICRGU The campus provides a INTERNATIONAL recreational setting for staff, COLLEGE students and local community. SCHOOL OF You can walk end-to-end COMPUTing science through woodland walkways in rgu: sport and digital media approximately 15 minutes. It is home to many beautiful trees.

student sCHOOL OF PHARMACY help point and LIFE SCIENCES

8 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS AN INSPIRATIONAL ENVIRONMENT The fantastic learning spaces allow staff and students from different disciplines to work together on interdisciplinary themes, cultivating creativity and nurturing innovation. DYNAMIC FACILITIES We continually invest in new OUR NEW BUILDING Our building covers 24,427m2, facilities to give you the best learning uses 3,600m2 of tiles, experience possible. A purpose- 2,500 tonnes of steel and has built Clinical Skills Centre, high- 2,884 windows and 726 doors. tech TV and radio studios, Moot Court, Green Screen Suite and DART simulator are a just few of the modern facilities found on campus. www.rgu.ac.uk/facilities

RIVERSIDE LOCATION The campus sits on the banks of the beautiful River Dee. LANDMARK LEARNING TOWER The river is home to a range Our recently completed building includes of wildlife, including otters, a new library, housed in a round tower heron, salmon and trout. commanding spectacular views of the river and the city. It is home to around 235,000 books.

river dee a clear future | 9 ABERDEEN THE PERFECT LOCATION RGU

BEST PLACE ANYONE IF YOU’RE FOND OF SAND TO BE A STUDENT DUNES AND SALTY AIR… Aberdeen is one of the best places to be a FOR GOLF? Spectacular sandy beaches and student according to top student website Love golf? Aberdeen dramatic dunes can be found along www.accommodationforstudents.com City and Shire is the Aberdeenshire coast, making it With over 25,000 students, you’ll be part of a home to enough golf a mecca for surfers, kayakers, kite lively, vibrant student-friendly city, with great courses for each week boarders and bird-watchers alike. shops, pubs, nightlife, live music and gigs. of the year.

black gold CASTLE AND Aberdeen is the Energy Capital of Europe. Since 1975, 38 billion barrels of oil WHISKY COUNTRY equivalent have been produced from the There are more than 50 whisky UK Continental Shelf. distilleries and over 350 castles in Aberdeenshire and Moray.

10 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Aberdeen is a coastal city, and is far milder than one might expect for its northern location. The East coast is the sunniest in Scotland, where SUNNY sunshine hours average around 1,500 per year. SCOTLAND

HIGHEST QUALITY OF LIFE Residents in Aberdeenshire enjoy the best quality of life in Scotland (Bank of Scotland Quality of Life League, 2012).

country CITY

SUPER DOING the great outdoors BEST VALUE The Grampian Mountains and BUSINESS WITH YOU FOR MONEY Cairngorms National Park are right In 2012 HSBC named on the doorstep. Mountain biking, Aberdeen as a leading IN SCOTLAND mountain climbing, snowboarding business hub and one of eight The Student Value for and white water rafting are all within ‘super cities’ spearheading Money Report 2012 easy reach. the UK’s economy, marking it placed RGU as the top as the only city in Scotland to university in Scotland. ABERDEEN: receive this accolade. THE SCOTTISH ONE the granite city There are over 30 places named Aberdeen The terraces of the Houses of Parliament are built of Aberdeen throughout the world. Our famous folk granite. There are fantastic architectural gems in Aberdeen, include singer Emeli Sandé, Ryder Cup star which really do sparkle in the sun due to the stone’s high mica Paul Lawrie, and of course our very own content. The granite and seaside combo means we’re also founder Robert Gordon. known as 'the silver city with the golden sands'.

a clear future | 11 WHAT'S ON IN ABERDEEN? There are lots of exciting events taking place throughout the year. We've highlighted some of our favourites.

Stonehaven Fireballs The Torcher Parade The Wizard Festival An ancient custom held on Now in its 90th year, students dress An intimate music festival held in Hogmanay, where a procession of 45 up, decorate floats, dance and sing New Deer. Previous line-ups have participants swing blazing balls of fire to the 50,000 spectators who line the included The Charlatans, The above their heads before throwing streets. They collect thousands of Stranglers and The Magic Numbers. them into the harbour. pounds for local charities. www.wizardfestival.com

Burns Supper The Big Beach Ball Freshers' Week A celebratory meal for Scotland's A nice mini-festival with bands, DJs and This is your chance to celebrate the finest poet, Rabbie Burns. It includes vintage market at Aberdeen Beach. start of the new academic year. It's a an address to a haggis, the ‘Immortal www.thebigbeachball.co.uk great opportunity to meet new people Memory’ and a toast to the lassies, and make new friends through a usually with a wee dram. range of fun activities.

Fantastic gigs Rockness Festival Dracula at Drum In 2013, The Lemon Tree will host The only festival with its own monster In 2012, Drum Castle Tower was Turin Breaks and Two Door Cinema on the banks of Loch Ness near transformed into a cinema screen. Club are playing the Music Hall. For Inverness. Nominated by NME for Viewers brought their chairs (or more exciting gigs and events, see 'Best Small Festival' award, previous coffins), warm capes, chattering fangs www.boxofficeaberdeen.com headliners have included Biffy Clyro, and joined in with the spooky fun. Mumford & Sons and Ed Sheeran. Find more events at www.nts.org.uk

Aberdeen International Winter Festival A fun-packed programme of Jazz Festival Youth Festival festive events that runs from early Previous highlights have included the Featuring diverse performances November through to January. fantastic Hypnotic Brass Ensemble – of music, theatre and dance from www.winterfestivalaberdeen.com fusing jazz, hip-hop and funk, known around the globe. for their appearances on ‘Later’ with Jools Holland and work with Gorillaz.

12 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS doric dictionary We do of course speak English, but just for fun, this Aberdonian dictionary will give you a flavour of the local dialect, Doric.

the basics small talk

Aye Yes Aye aye, fit like? Hello, how are you? I da ken I don’t know Nae bad, yersel? Not bad, and yourself? Nae bither It’s no trouble Chavin’ awa I’m getting on okay Fit’s a dee? What’s wrong? I’m scunnered I am fed up Are ye nae spikkin’? Are you not speaking? Dinna be feart Don’t be scared socialising You’re affa peally-wally You look a bit off colour Stop blethering Stop chatting Gie’s a bosie! Give me a hug! Come awa’ ben the hoose Welcome, come in Fit a bonny wee quine What a pretty little girl Ye wintin’ a fly an’ a piece? Would you like a cup of tea and something ‘At loon’s a bit glaikit That young boy is a to eat? bit silly Fit fine That’s really tasty Ye gaan oot/intae toon? Are you heading out this evening? Going into the centre? weather Far div ye bide? Where do you stay? Wi’ me ma ‘n’ da With my parents Fit ye deein’? What are you doing? It’s caul ‘iday It’s cold today I’m watchin’ the fit’ba I’m watching a Hap up yer lugs Keep your ears warm football match Fit a bonny gloamin' What a beautiful sunset I’m awa’ te dee I’m going Ca canny, or you’ll Take care, it’s quite icy my messages grocery shopping go skitin’ Needin’ onything Would you like anything Bit o’ a Haar comin’ in There’s a sea fog fae the chipper? from the chip shop? descending A’m drookit I’m soaked through Affa fine day It's sunny

a clear future | 13 SUPPORTING YOU

guidance HELP

SUPPORTING YOU We support your complete experience, from application, throughout your studies and beyond. SUPPORTING YOUR RELOCATION If you are relocating to Aberdeen, we recognise the practical issues you may face with moving to an unfamiliar city or country. Be assured, there will always be someone to help; from your first enquiry to providing a warm welcome when you arrive, our support teams will be on hand to offer advice and guidance.

SUPPORTING YOUR SUCCESS We actively encourage our students to showcase their talent and receive recognition for their work. BAFTAs; APS Scottish Student Design Award; Marketing Society of Scotland and London Fashion Week finalists – these are just a few of the accolades our students have received. SUPPORTING YOUR EXPERIENCE Our specialist support teams are here to ensure the time you spend here is as positive as possible. Our Student Help Point will be your first point of call, putting you in touch with our experienced support teams, ranging from careers advisors to counsellors.

SUPPORTING YOUR TALENT RGU: SPORT offers a number of Sports Scholarships to promising sports men and women to support them in developing their talents and succeeding in their chosen sport whilst studying here. SUPPORTING YOUR FUTURE Our Alumni Association connects our worldwide community of over 70,000 graduates, and provides a range of exclusive benefits and services.

SUPPORTING YOUR BANK BALANCE Many of Aberdeen’s biggest and most successful companies offer scholarships to our students, helping towards the cost of their studies.

14 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS a clear future | 15 PLACEMENTS We are proud of our outstanding record in graduate employment. Placements play an important part in this success, giving our graduates a valuable advantage when the time comes to start their careers.

We recognise that employers want more than just a degree, they want graduates who have developed a range "Stewart Group has given me the best of skills and qualities appropriate for the working world. opportunity I could have possibly asked for We can support you in recognising and developing these from a placement. They opened many doors transferable skills, both within and outwith your studies to of improvement and growth within my areas allow you to secure your perfect opportunity. of study as well as introducing me to other Benefits to you: fields within the organisation. I learned to be more spontaneous when put on the spot and • It allows you to put into practice the skills and to adapt and improvise when unexpected knowledge you have gained from your course. situations unfolded. My time was well spent • It prepares you for graduate employment. and any opportunity that was thrown my way • It offers the opportunity to learn new skills and gain I was encouraged to grab it with both hands, invaluable career experience. and I did! I had an unforgettable experience, one that I will take with me to future • Enhances your employability; placements can give you employers. I would encourage future that competitive edge in interviews. students to take up work experience/ • Paid placements provide you with the chance to earn placements if they get the opportunity." whilst you study. Elena Baxter, 4th year Management with • Experience of transferring theoretical knowledge into a HR student, placed at Stewart Group real-life environment. • Companies often use placements as a selection process or induction for graduates, so you may be offered a graduate job by your placement employer. • You can develop your network of professional contacts "Work placements, lasting up to a year, are the which may help you with your career in the future. norm, helping an employment record that has • You may become more independent, responsible, been Scotland’s best for several years and proactive and mature as a result, which will put you consistently one of the leaders in the UK." ahead in the race for graduate jobs. The Times University Guide 2011 • Placement supervisors can give references, which can be very valuable in the job market.

of our courses incorporate a professional 90% work placement

16 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Placement secures job at Shell

School of Computing Science and Digital Media graduate Judith Herbert is a Business Analyst for Shell. Having graduated from Robert Gordon University with a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, she has gone on to enjoy great success working in the industry.

"Studying at Robert Gordon University was an excellent journey. The placement year provided relevant work experience and helped secure my current role at Shell. The course provides a good comprehensive knowledge of the subject and opens doors to all areas of IT.

Working for Shell I participate in executing IT projects throughout Europe within the Production department. Liaising with the project's key stakeholders, which are usually at managerial level, this ensures the project is executed successfully. The majority of people I communicate with are based overseas in Holland which adds an additional challenge to my role. I thoroughly enjoy the diversity of my job and the flexible working hours available." Judith Herbert, Business Analyst, Shell

a clear future | 17 CAREERS & EMPLOYABILITY CENTRe You haven’t even started your degree course yet, but when it comes to your career it really makes sense to plan ahead. It’s never too soon to start thinking about and planning for your career.

Robert Gordon University graduates have an enviable We can help boost your employability by providing reputation as being amongst the most employable in advice on developing your CV, writing job applications the UK. We recognise that tomorrow’s employers want and preparing for interviews. We also organise employer more than just a degree, they want graduates who have visits to the campus through careers fairs and workshops developed a range of skills and qualities appropriate for – a great way to network with future employers. the working world. We can support you in recognising We also support prospective students with their and developing these transferable skills, both within pre-application queries. If you want to know which and outwith your studies to allow you to secure your career options will be open to you with a specific perfect opportunity. degree, our Career Consultants can give you The Careers & Employability Centre provides practical information and guidance on potential routes and career planning advice and job search support to all career opportunities. students and recent graduates of the University. We can assist with your transition from education into employment, advanced level study and any other options you are considering. CAREERS & employability The Centre delivers a quality assured careers service CENTRE SERVICES (by the Matrix quality standard for information, advice PREPARING TO SUCCEED and guidance services), where students and graduates You will have access to our online and interactive can meet with Careers Consultants to access careers Careers and Job Search modules. information, advice and guidance. As a student we encourage you to make use of the wide CAREERS HANDBOOK range of services we offer – online, on our virtual Your essential guide to the Careers & Employability learning environment (Moodle), in print and in person. Centre, packed with top tips, advice and links to all career and job search related topics. We can support you in getting both part-time work, summer work experience and internships, volunteering MY CAREER opportunities and your graduate job. Through our MY This tool allows you to search vacancies, review the CAREER tool (which all students are pre-registered Employer Directory, book career appointments and users of) you can access listings of current opportunities attend careers fairs and employer events. to apply to, as well as our Employer Directory to enable you to connect with the full range of employers who CAREERS MOODLE regularly recruit RGU talent. Your virtual Careers Centre – access your course specific careers information page, graduate careers information resources and much, much more.

18 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS What students and employers say about us:

"The Careers Service is one of the best "The Careers Centre enabled me to services that RGU offers! Extremely prepare for my interview and to helpful, supportive, enthusiastic and know what the employers are really passionate, they are real experts looking for." willing to help students and MSc Purchasing and graduates. Mock interview is an Supply Chain Management graduate absolute hit. Advice I am getting on my current applications is very useful and comprehensive. Thank you very much for everything you do!" "The Careers Service at RGU has MSc Information and Library Studies student always provided Technip with a friendly, helpful and professional service and have assisted me greatly in my position in graduate recruitment." Isabel Howden, "RGU Careers Service was well HR Co-ordinator, Technip organised and screened potential candidates for us to interview. I look forward to working with them all again as everyone I met was "Good advice on filling in the professional and friendly." application with regards to my Kathryn McGown, Graduate Campaign Manager, Standard Life personal situation. Has given me feedback to help me improve my interview answers and boasted my confidence for the interview. The Careers Consultant has given lectures "Great set up and support at the to the class on pre-reg applications University; met our needs exactly. which has been very useful indeed." Good communication with the Master of Pharmacy student students ahead of the event ensured that we had an excellent turn out – students engaged well with each member of our team." CONTACT Trevor Grose, Lead Campus Connect, E: [email protected] Graduate Recruitment, BP T: 01224 262110 For more information visit www.rgu.ac.uk/CAREERS

a clear future | 19 STUDY ABROAD Discover another country, make new friends, enhance your career prospects and have an unforgettable experience.

Studying abroad as part of your degree can be a rewarding and life-changing experience. It will broaden your education as well as develop your confidence and independence. Robert Gordon University participates in the Erasmus Programme, the European Commission’s flagship educational exchange programme, which was introduced with the aim of increasing student mobility within Europe. Our students have the opportunity to spend either a study period or work placement abroad for one semester or a whole year, depending on their course. If undertaken under the Erasmus Programme, a small grant may also be available to assist with the costs of living abroad. In 2012 the University had links with over 75 universities in 19 different countries, many of which teach in English. Student mobility is undertaken with the support of the Commission of the European Communities within the framework of the LLP Erasmus Programme.

"Erasmus massively helped my career! Going to Finland for four months was the best decision I ever made. Even today I still draw inspiration from there. I also made great friends who I return to see regularly. In Finland, I discovered the direction I wanted my work to take and it has never changed." Lee Borthwick, Design and Craft

20 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Expect to gain greater Have a great adventure self-confidence

Have a greater Develop a wider range of appreciation of skills for your CV different cultures

For more information visit www.rgu.ac.uk/erasmus and www.rgu.ac.uk/study-abroad

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a clear future | 21 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Robert Gordon University is proud of its tradition of attracting international students. Approximately 10% of our student population are international students, coming from more than 100 countries worldwide. The result is a mix of cultures – local, national and international – providing a rich experience for both staff and students and we are committed to expanding and developing international partnerships in the years ahead. The University also attracts well-respected international teaching staff from all corners of the globe.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE Our international students are also welcome to apply Robert Gordon University’s International Office is the for many of our scholarships. More details of first point of contact for overseas students prior to your scholarships can be found on page 179. arrival. We are happy to answer any questions you may International Office staff visit many countries each year. have, whether it is about our application procedures or Our visits are an excellent opportunity for you to find the University in general. out more about our University and the courses we offer We have dedicated web pages for overseas students to which will help you to advance your career. To find out provide you with useful information about the which countries we are visiting and when, please visit University and life in Aberdeen and we also do a series our website of webchats throughout the year for students www.rgu.ac.uk/international interested in coming to Robert Gordon University from Email [email protected] around the world. These chats offer the chance to Telephone +44 (0)1224 262726 speak to academic staff, current students and each other to help get a real understanding of why RGU is AFTER YOU ARRIVE the right choice for you. Whether you are arriving during the summer months to attend our Pre-sessional English Language Programme (PSP), or in September to start your course, the Approximately 10% of our University organises different events and social student population are activities for international students. We have a dedicated International Student Advice, Visa international students, and Immigration Service, as part of our Student coming from more than Services Department, which offers international students a comprehensive range of visa and 100 countries worldwide. immigration support. Our Careers Centre will offer advice on increasing your employability, both for part-time positions whilst studying and also for graduate level jobs, both in the UK and for returning to your home country.

22 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS “ Living in Aberdeen has been the best According to the International experience of my life. I feel I have achieved Student Barometer (Summer so much being here and had a great time in 2012) 91% of RGU’s international INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS the process. I have classmates from all over the world, but what I have really enjoyed students were satisfied with most is getting to know the local people. The their choice to come here – that’s Scottish friends I have met here are really 5% more than the UK average. friendly, welcoming and open to people from all over the world.” Delcio Henjengo from Angola BEng Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

ICRGU THE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE AT ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY Alternative entry points are available into the University with our International College. The International College at Robert Gordon University (ICRGU) is based in the heart of the spectacular Garthdee campus and offers entry to pathways that lead to Robert Gordon University degree awards. From the very start of your time at ICRGU, you are a student at Robert Gordon University and will receive a University student card. However, you will learn in smaller and more personalised classes, study with international students from all over the world and have access to the dedicated academic and student support services in the college. ICRGU students will also be able to make full use of the University facilities, including computer suites, the library and a fantastic sports centre. ICRGU offers the flexibility of two undergraduate intakes per year (February and October), in a range of courses including Business, Management and Accounting, Engineering, Computing, Life Sciences and Pharmacy. For full information regarding the course offerings and entry criteria, please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/icrgu or email [email protected] for a brochure. For more information visit www.rgu.ac.uk/icrgu

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a clear future | 23 RGU: SPORT Many of our students consider health and fitness an important part of their lifestyle. RGU: SPORT is an £11 million investment for all those passionate about sport and physical activity. Alongside the climbing wall and swimming pool, you’ll find a sports hall for a large range of indoor sporting activities and three state-of-the-art gyms.

An average RGU: Sport member can burn In 2011 RGU: Sport had 500 calories Sport scholarships 31 during a body attack class The heaviest weight lifted in the RGU Olympic swimmer, gym was over Hannah Miley clocked up 840 lengths 250 kgs per week in the rgu pool. by a Samoan Rugby Player that's 7KM PER SESSION!

24 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Sports activities and classes run throughout the week The RGU: SPORT scholarship scheme enables talented ranging from traditional team and individual sports, such as athletes to continue their academic education while further badminton, basketball and five-a-side football to a developing their skills and potential to become elite selection of group exercise classes including Les Mills BTS athletes within their sport. Past sport scholarship athletes classes, indoor cycling and pilates. who have graced the world stage include Olympians Our three first-class gyms boast top-of-the-range Hannah Miley and PJ Barron. Current scholars include cardiovascular and strength training equipment and our future rowing stars Lewis McCue and Iona Riley. experienced Fitness Trainers can put together a tailored For those wishing to gain experience working in the sport programme to achieve your fitness goals. We provide and leisure industry, we offer students the chance to get excellent membership rates for students and their family involved with projects such as Volunteer for Sport and members wishing to take advantage of our facilities and Strength and Conditioning internships, which allow extensive group exercise class timetable. individuals to gain invaluable experience and work RGU sports teams use the facilities for training and to towards industry recognised qualifications. assess and monitor their performance, while competing in the Scottish universities sports leagues. All abilities are welcome to attend club training sessions for sports such as netball, volleyball and trampolining.

There are We find 10 items of lost property a day from Sports 32 kits to mobile phones sport clubs to You can bounce up to join and over in the air on 20ft our trampolines 19 types of classes We had AROUND 4000 members in to take 2011, who sweated approximately for more information visit 420 BUCKET LOADS wwW.RGUSPORT.CO.UK

a clear future | 25 KEEP IT GREEN We are committed to sustainable practices to minimise the impact of our activities on the environment and to reduce costs. This covers all areas of sustainability, from waste generated and energy used, to green travel.

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PAPER TRAIL We are trialling the use of recycled paper, whereby 27,600 kg of CO 2 FOOT PATROL could potentially be reduced annually 26% of students walk to University as opposed to 9% PEDAL POWER two years ago 5% of our staff cycle to work REDUCING CO and 4% of our students cycle 2 to their classes In 2011, we reduced our carbon emissions by 512 tonnes of CO2 or 3 million Kwh

for more information visit www.rgu.ac.uk/sustainability SHARE THE JOURNEY Our car sharing scheme has 175 members

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ABOUT THIS PROSPECTUS This prospectus is printed on a 100% recycled grade paper and manufactured at a mill accredited with 100% ISO14001 environmental management standard. It is printed in an FSC accredited printers, who have to prove the timber and wood products originate from FSC-certified forests. The pulp is bleached using a Totally Chlorine Free (TCF) process. We also try to reduce the number of printed copies we post out and when we do, it is sent in an oxo-degradable envelope which degrades in landfill.

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1 PAINTING Key facts BA (HONS) 4 UCAS W120 This course offers a challenging opportunity to study CAREER OPTIONS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS both the technical and contextual aspects of traditional Graduates may undertake residencies and public projects in 2 See page 107 and contemporary painting. Through a mixed sequence collaboration with architects and local councils. Our graduates of objective and subjective projects, which explore the are well equipped for employment in a diverse range of jobs, STUDY OPTIONS grammar and forms of painting, the course develops from painting full time and gallery-related work, to teaching Full-time: 4 years an informed context to extemporise and develop a and critical writing. Others ﬁ nd their transferable skills personal expression, as well as a fuller understanding appropriate for careers in art media, music, television and PLACEMENT of the subject. The taught drawing programme is a key ﬁ lm-related work. element of the course. An optional work placement in year 3, semester 2.

You will be learning in an environment that encourages STUDY ABROAD personal expression and interpretation as well as collaborative 5 There are international exchange opportunities in year 3, activity. As a result, you will be able to study and develop your semester 2. full creative potential, both critically and practically, in the context of the contemporary visual art world. Our Painting graduates have been highly successful in achieving a diverse range of national awards, from a BAFTA (for a music video) to Want to know more? Visit the established Florence Scholarships. Many have also studied WWW.RGU.AC.UK/GRAYSSTUDENTWORK at prestigious postgraduate schools, including the Slade and WHAT YOU WILL STUDY the Royal College of Art. FOR FULL COURSE DESCRIPTOR, VISIT WWW.RGU.AC.UK/GRAYS2014

“SPD has worked with Gray’s School of Art 3 for the last couple of years producing the BUSINESS hugely successful Annual Painting Awards Exhibition for 2nd and 3rd year Painting PARTNERSHIPS students. The exhibition not only beneﬁ ts the students but also brings the Art School DuiG n AvrG The course hosts a number of competitions to the attention of our clients and business DerE h W r uD and commissions throughout the year in partners which in turn encourages them to 00 collaboration with the business community. engage with the city’s creative community.” SPD Ltd is one of our current sponsors. PicS f Arw Rk aE xIbtD Alex MacDonald, Group Managing Director at SPD Sharon Bonnar

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1 Course title and award. 4 Each full-time course has a unique code that you will need when applying to UCAS. 2 Course description including information about placements, scholarships, accreditation, 5 Important information about entry study abroad opportunities and career options. requirements, essential subjects/grades, Further information about our courses can be special requirements and study options. found online www.rgu.ac.uk

3 Read what other people have to say about the course – testimonials from current students, graduates or an employer.

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a clear future | 41 Aberdeen Business School

STIMULATING Our students, staff and visitors drink on average 1,500 small Costa Coffees per week. That’s quite a lot of caffeine!

ICONIC ARCHITECTURE This building was designed by the world- renowned architect Lord Norman Foster.

42 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Founded in 1965 and now A FORMIDABLE REPUTATION situated on the banks of the Aberdeen Business School is one of the leading providers of management and professional business education in River Dee, Aberdeen Business Scotland, offering practical and innovative courses developed School cannot fail to impress. in close collaboration with industry and the professions. The environment has been We have earned our formidable regional and international specifically designed with reputation through investing in the very latest teaching and you in mind – inspiring you research facilities and employing academics who combine first-class qualifications with time spent in industry or to achieve and realise your business. Through their experience and connections with the future ambitions. business community, they will provide you with the knowledge and skills that are vital in today’s highly competitive workplace. The achievements and continuing success of our graduates in their careers is a true mark of the high quality and recognition given to the undergraduate and postgraduate courses delivered at the School.

OUR COURSES Accounting and Finance 46 The Management Programme Events Management 48 International Business Management 64 Fashion Management 50 Management 67 International Hospitality Management 52 Management with HRM 68 International Tourism Management 54 Management with Marketing 69 Journalism 56 Media 70 Law and Management 58 Public Relations 72 Law 60

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 43 INVALUABLE PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE In 2012, we were rated top university in the UK for graduate employment (The Daily Telegraph). One of the many reasons for this is the professional and marketable experience our students gain during the placement element of their degree. During your placement, you get to see the workplace from an informed perspective, putting into practice the theories, strategies and skills you’ve studied. Many of our placement students have had the opportunity to go on business trips, work with senior managers and directors, and take responsibility for their own projects. Many are also offered a job at the companies where they went on placement once they have graduated.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES There are many scholarship opportunities available to Aberdeen Business School students from some of Aberdeen’s most successful companies, worth up to £4,000 per year. A scholarship can put you on the fast track to success, and help you to launch a successful career. Winning one of our highly prestigious scholarships is a serious endorsement of your academic abilities and professional potential.

BROADEN YOUR WORLD We offer study abroad opportunities on most of our courses, where our links with partner institutions all over the world give you the chance to study in a foreign university for up to a year as part of your course. This experience can be extremely rewarding and you will develop your knowledge and skills by learning in a different social and cultural context. Our students have spent time in Finland, Denmark, Italy, France and Germany as part of this experience. Choosing to study abroad shows that you’re motivated and willing to try new things; very appealing qualities to potential employers. You’ll be setting yourself apart from other students in today’s graduate market.

OUR FIRST-CLASS FACILITIES Our modern and purpose-built facilities will provide you with an inspirational learning environment – one of the best in the UK. We understand how important it is to our students to experience a modern teaching environment with the latest technology. With £120 million investment planned for our Garthdee campus, we are committed to developing our facilities and enhancing the learning experience for our students. Our impressive facilities include 21st-century lecture theatres, IT labs, a mock courtroom, a dedicated fashion management workroom and brand new TV and radio studios.

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Currently listening to… Ben Howard.

This year, I am mostly wearing... My leather jacket.

Best student memory so far? Winning the Internal Moot with one of my classmates. It was a lot of work but definitely worth it.

Why did you choose your course? I wanted to study something that would potentially allow me to make a difference.

Favourite place to chill? I would say Costa. Always needing a coffee and a catch up with my friends.

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 45 ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE BA (HONS) Employers find that ourA ccounting and Finance PLACEMENT graduates add significant and immediate value to their Unique amongst Accounting and Finance degrees in organisations because of the dynamic combination of Scotland, this course has a one-year (minimum 48 weeks) accounting, finance and management subjects which paid work placement in year 3. Placements are in an are taught on the degree. That’s why our accountancy accounting or finance position within, for example, a course has a 95% overall satisfaction rate from the professional accounting firm or the accounting department in National Students Survey (2012). a wide range of companies including those in the financial This is the only Accounting and Finance degree in Scotland services sector. On placement, there is further development which has a year-long salaried work placement. Many of our of academic knowledge by studying two modules in auditing students do so well in their placements that they are offered a by distance learning. job by their placement employer to return to the organisation after graduation. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION The Honours degree is fully accredited by the Institute of The degree has been developed in such a way as to ensure Chartered Accountants of Scotland and receives excellent that, when you graduate, you are a well rounded and exemptions from the Association of Chartered Certified effective accountant with strong interpersonal skills. The Accountants, the Association of International Accountants, results have been striking, with our graduates securing the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and the employment with many leading financial organisations. Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales. We have established close links with professional accounting Students who enter the degree in years 2 or 3 are considered bodies and employers, which ensures our course is relevant on an individual basis by the professional bodies. for today’s accounting profession. You will benefit from the knowledge and expertise of our teaching staff on accounting CAREER OPTIONS modules who are all Chartered Accountants, many of whom Graduates from this degree are in great demand by qualified with a Big Four firm: Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG employers, including the Big Four accountancy firms, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. multinational companies in a wide range of industries, investment fund managers and banks. Possible careers are in areas such as financial and management accountancy, auditing, taxation and corporate finance.

“ We are delighted with the calibre of students that we are able to attract for our TRAIN FOR placement scheme. This course prepares students for the world of work and our THE REAL objective is for RGU students to come back to us to study for professional exams.” WORLD Iain Abernethy, Learning and Development Director with Johnston Carmichael

46 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS N420 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Financial Accounting • Management Accounting • SQA Higher Personal and Business Finance • Management Concepts • ABBB Introductory Economics • People Management • GCE A Level Business Law • Business Ethics BBC Year 2 Irish Leaving Certificate Higher External Reporting • Financial Decision-Making • AB2B2B2 Management and Cost Accounting • Finance for Business Decisions • Quantitative Business Techniques • Business IB Diploma Creation and Growth • Business Information Systems • 29 Advanced Business Law Degree Link Programme Year 3 A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges may Placement – plus two modules: The Theory of Auditing, be considered for year 3 entry. Students will follow the The Practice of Auditing Non-placement route in year 3. Non-placement route – continuing students: Literature Project • The Theory of Auditing • The Practice of STUDY OPTIONS Auditing • The Economic Environment • Corporate Full-time: 4 years Governance • Money and Financial Markets • New Business Project Non-placement route – advanced entry students: WATCH OUR ‘STUDENT EXPERIENCE’ VIDEOS. External Reporting • Financial Decision-Making • VISIT www.rgu.ac.uk/absyoutube Management and Cost Accounting • Finance for Business Decisions • Literature Project • The Theory of Auditing • The Practice of Auditing • Money and Financial Markets Year 4 Management Accounting Decision-Making and Control • Personal and Business Taxation • Financial Reporting Issues and Applications • Financial Accounting for Groups and Companies • Management Accounting Issues and Applications • Corporate and Capital Taxes • Corporate Financial Management • Corporate Ethics

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a clear future | 47 EVENTS MANAGEMENT BA (HONS) The organisation of events has experienced rapid PLACEMENT growth in recent decades, resulting in an industry Your exposure to the events industry and the opportunity to emerging in its own right. This industry is creating new gain real world experience during the degree is a priority for business opportunities, careers and a need for quality the course management team. From year 1 onwards, you will and professionalism. Countries all over the world are build an Industry Experience Portfolio (IEP), where you will also recognising the importance of events, resulting in complete 400 hours (four-year programme) or 200 hours international opportunities for graduates in this field. (advanced entry students) of work experience. This approach Consider the importance of the following events in will allow you to build a portfolio of experience, apply your terms of economic value and job creation – the learning continuously to the practical environment and build Commonwealth Games, T in the Park, London 2012 your professional network. The aim is for you to gain Olympics, Offshore Europe, the Ryder Cup and the experience across the corporate, cultural and leisure/sporting London Marathon. events sectors. Many learning opportunities will be made available to you throughout your degree, including the opportunity to attend STUDY ABROAD guest lectures and events, organise live events, participate in In years 2 and 3, there may be opportunities to study course related study trips and compete for industry- with partner institutions in Europe as part of the Erasmus sponsored prizes, which are awarded annually to the top Programme, and indeed internationally. This is dependent student of each stage. Where equivalent courses are on similar Event Management programmes being offered by available, you will also have the exciting opportunity to study partner institutions. Please see page 20 for more information. abroad for one semester with one of our partner European/ international institutions. CAREER OPTIONS The perfect blend of core management and specialist event Graduate employment prospects are wide-ranging and management modules, and the use of diverse assessment diverse. Graduates can specialise by event sector, for methods, will allow you to develop the skills required and example, business events (conference/meetings, exhibitions, valued by employers in this sector. Your skills set will be incentive travel, corporate hospitality); music festivals and further enhanced by the opportunity to gain real world cultural events; concerts, theatres and performance arts; experience throughout the degree. sporting and spectator events; charity and fundraising events; party and wedding planning; and community events.

“ This degree is excellent preparation for students with the ambition, drive and A SECTOR determination to become part of a dynamic and growing industry.” THAT’S GOING Shona Byrne, PLACES Director at Dandelion

48 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS N820 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 The Events Industry • Marketing • Managing Design and SQA Higher Creativity • Professional Communication Skills • Industry BBBB to include English at Grade B. Experience Portfolio 1 (workplace experience) • Event GCE A Level Operations • Introduction to Management Accounting • BCC to include English. Digital Media Platforms and Practices Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Year 2 B2B2B2B2 to include English at Grade B2. Brand Management • Organisational Behaviour • Corporate Events Management • Advertising Communication • IB Diploma Industry Experience Portfolio 2 (workplace experience) • 28 to include Higher Level English at Grade 5. Managing Risk and Security in the Events Industry • Degree Link Programme Consumer Behaviour • Public Relations A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges Year 3 may be considered for year 3 entry. Research Methods • Event and Venue Sustainability • Industry Experience Portfolio 3 (workplace experience) • STUDY OPTIONS Managing Projects • Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship: Full-time: 4 years Foundation, Ethics and the Consumer, Event Tourism, Live Music Management Year 4 Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK Future Forecasting within the Events Industry • Research Project • Corporate Social Responsibility within the Events Industry • Industry Experience Portfolio 4 (workplace experience) • Event Sponsorship and Fundraising • Strategic Marketing Management • Lifestyle Consumption and Experience Economies

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a clear future | 49 FASHION MANAGEMENT BA (HONS) The Fashion Management degree is designed to fully PLACEMENT integrate the management theories associated with the The six-week industrial placement in year 3 gives you the global fashion industry alongside the business contexts opportunity to gain practical experience in a relevant area of fashion design, production, marketing and within the fashion industry. This is an invaluable opportunity merchandising. Fashion Management students to gain further knowledge and establish links with potential collaborate with fashion design and photography employers. The course team has strong links with fashion students, as well as local retail businesses on some buyers, merchandisers and managers within the industry, modules, and have the opportunity to attend relevant and has identified a range of employers willing to take guest speakers. If you have a passion for fashion and students on placement. a brain for business, this is the course for you. You will actively participate in fashion industry activities, STUDY ABROAD such as organising, marketing and managing an exhibition or In year 3, there may be opportunities to study with partner fashion show. You will be offered the opportunity to attend institutions in Europe as part of the Erasmus Programme. events such as The Clothes Show Live or London Fashion Please see page 20 for more information. Weekend, providing you with a real insight into the increasingly important events side of the fashion industry. CAREER OPTIONS In year 2 you will be involved in creating a BA Fashion Potential careers include fashion marketing, merchandising, Management magazine, including writing articles and fashion buying, retail management, product sourcing, fashion managing, styling and co-ordinating fashion photography journalism, brand management, product development, spreads. In year 3 our students lead the production of the product planning, events management and public relations. annual charity fashion show, which is a fantastic chance to You will also be equipped to set up your own fashion increase your practical awareness of fashion catwalk events. business based on the skills you acquire from the programme. We strongly believe that such practical experience and engagement with industry professionals will enhance your employability, by incorporating and combining both management and creative skills.

CREATE A WINNING COMBINATION “ I love the variety in the course – it has a great balance of both business and fashion, which keeps it engaging and exciting. I feel the course will provide me with enough experience and knowledge to succeed in any area of the fashion industry. It is so easy to come to University every day when you know you are doing something you love!” Hannah Fuller

Image styled by BA Fashion Management student Amalie Lyneborg

50 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS WN22 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 The Fashion Business • Fashion Retail • Fashion Design SQA Higher Concepts and Communication (30 credit module using Lectra BBBB Kaledo and Photoshop Software)• Fashion Construction and GCE A Level Technology • Managing in the Fashion Industry • Marketing BCC • Store Design and Visual Merchandising Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Year 2 B2B2B2B2 Advertising Communication • Fashion Communication (a 30 credit module which involves generating content for a fashion IB Diploma magazine) • Fashion Logistics • Public Relations • Design 28 for Client (30 credit module) • Consumer Behaviour Degree Link Programme Year 3 A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges Fashion Branding • Ethics and the Consumer • Events may be considered for year 3 entry. Management • Financial Merchandising for Fashion • Fieldwork Placement (30 credits) • Fashion Show STUDY OPTIONS Project (a 30 credit module to organise the annual fashion Full-time: 4 years show) • Personal Project (30 credits) to be taken if no placement obtained TALK TO OUR STUDENTS ON FACEBOOK Year 4 WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ROBERTGORDONUNIVERSITY Research Methods • Retail Strategy • One option from: Applied Consumer Psychology, Postmodern Culture, Women and the Media • Dissertation (30 credits) • Fashion Project • One option from: Business Creativity, Celebrity Culture, Digital Marketing (e-Business), International Marketing, International Retailing

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Image styled by BA Fashion Management student Lucyna Delmaczynska

a clear future | 51 INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT BA (HONS) The hospitality and leisure industries generate billions PLACEMENT of pounds worldwide each year. Hospitality management In year 3, there are placement opportunities available locally, is therefore a thriving, innovative industry which plays nationally and internationally, for example at the Aberdeen a crucial role in the global economy and in providing Exhibition and Conference Centre, AVC Media Enterprises, employment and exciting career opportunities. Malmaison Hotels, The Marcliffe at Pitfodels, Gleneagles Hotel, This course combines both the academic and specialist Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle, Bunchrew House Hotel, Le aspects of hospitality management, allowing you to Fleuray Hotel (France), Disney Worldwide Services Inc (USA), study and experience its many sub-sectors. Fairmont Hotels and Resorts (Canada), Waccabuc Golf and We believe it is important to recognise and reward our Country Club (USA), The Broadmoor Resort, Colorado Springs students’ achievements; as a result, industry-sponsored prizes (USA) and Sofitel Luxury Hotels, Brisbane (Australia). are awarded each year to the top student of each stage. STUDY ABROAD A key feature of this course is the opportunity to meet and In years 2 and 3, there are opportunities to study with partner listen to professionals in the hospitality industry. We will institutions in Europe as part of the Erasmus Programme. deliver this through study visits and guest lectures at the Please see page 20 for more information. University. You will also be eligible for student membership of the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), providing another perfect PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION opportunity for networking. Accredited by the Institute of Hospitality (IoH).

CAREER OPTIONS Our graduates are in great demand and there are fantastic opportunities for varied and challenging careers in this sector. Positions held by graduates include international leisure centre manager, hotel manager, guest services manager, facilities manager, business centre manager, head of sales and marketing, quality advisor and sales manager – all within hospitality environments.

“ After I graduated, I applied for the graduate scheme run by Malmaison. I wasn’t THE BEST offered a graduate position – but instead a direct entry into a management role. OF BOTH My experience highlights the huge benefit of the placement. I personally feel the opportunity to spend a year in industry WORLDS gave me the skills and knowledge to step into a management role when I graduated.” Nicki Robertson

52 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS N221 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Food and Beverage Operations • Marketing • SQA Higher Professional Communication Skills • Service Sector BBCC Management • Tourism Hospitality Environments • GCE A Level Working in Hospitality Environments CCC Year 2 Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Organisational Behaviour • Globalisation • Food and B2B2C1C1 Beverage Skills • Brand Management • Consumer Behaviour • Accommodation Management • Food and Beverage IB Diploma Management • Technology in the Service Sector 26 You will have the opportunity to study abroad for one Degree Link Programme semester during year 2. A relevant HNC from one of our partner FE colleges Year 3 may be considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND Placement Route: Placement (1 year) • Management in from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered Practice • Research Methods for year 3 entry. Taught/Placement Route: Research Methods • STUDY OPTIONS Events Management • Ethics and the Consumer • Personal Full-time: 4 years Selling and Sales Management • Workplace Experience (6 months) • Management in Practice OR study abroad at an overseas university WATCH OUR ‘STUDENT EXPERIENCE’ VIDEOS. Year 4 VISIT www.rgu.ac.uk/absyoutube Research Project • Hospitality Contract Management • International Marketing • Cultural Aspects of International Management • Managing Strategy for Hospitality • Lifestyle Consumption and Experience Economies

The hospitality industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in Europe in terms of employment

a clear future | 53 INTERNATIONAL TOURISM MANAGEMENT BA (HONS) Tourism is a truly international industry and plays STUDY ABROAD a key economic role in practically every country around In years 2 and 3, there are opportunities to study with partner the world. It is dynamic, customer-focused and provides institutions in Europe as part of the Erasmus Programme. graduates with exciting worldwide opportunities. International study abroad opportunities also exist. Please see This specialist course allows you to combine the best page 20 for more information. of both worlds – studying the academic aspects of tourism management and gaining first-hand industry PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION experience. All the various aspects of tourism will Accredited by the Institute of Hospitality (IoH). be covered during your four years, including visitor This programme is recognised and approved attractions, hotels, theatres, events and business by the Tourism Management Institute. tourism, music venues and travel. Opportunities during your degree include: being business mentors to school pupils, being a ‘mystery shopper’ for an Airport Tourism project, taking part in course-related study trips, attending industry conferences and being eligible to become a member of The Tourism Society and Institute of CAREER OPTIONS Hospitality. We believe it is important to recognise and Graduates can work directly in the tourism, travel or leisure reward our students’ achievements; as a result, industry- sectors or within the hospitality industry. Several graduates sponsored prizes are awarded each year to the top student of have also gone on to launch their own successful business. each stage. Positions held by tourism graduates include: conference and banqueting manager, senior events manager, corporate PLACEMENT hospitality manager, visitor attraction manager, ambassador There are placement opportunities available locally, nationally programme and research executive (business tourism), visitor and internationally: for example at Thomson Holidays, services manager, marketing manager (with a travel Eastern Airways, Edinburgh Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia, company) and business development manager. VisitScotland, Chessington World of Adventures, PGL UK and European Summer Holiday Camps, Canvas Holidays, Waccabuc Golf and Country Club (USA), Disney Worldwide Services Inc (USA) and The Broadmoor Resort, Colorado Springs (USA).

“My placement with Cosmos Holidays involved writing copy for brochures, BENEFIT helping to contract hotels in Hong Kong, liaising with suppliers around the world FROM REAL and attending industry events in central London. It was a fantastic experience and it definitely put me in a good position, EXPERIENCE because employers are looking for graduates with real experience.” Rowan Goldthorp, graduate

54 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS N840 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Marketing • Tourism Hospitality Environment • SQA Higher Professional Communication Skills • Service Sector BBCC Management • People Management • Introduction to GCE A Level Management Accounting • Adventure and Activity CCC Tourism • International Management Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Year 2 B2B2C1C1 Organisational Behaviour • Globalisation • Tourism Destination Development • Brand Management • Consumer Behaviour • IB Diploma Accommodation Management • Sustainable Tourism 26 Management • Sport Tourism Degree Link Programme You will also have the opportunity to study abroad A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges for one semester. may be considered for year 3 entry. Year 3 STUDY OPTIONS Placement Route: Placement (1 year) • Management Full-time: 4 years in Practice • Research Methods Taught/Placement Route: Research Methods • Events Management • Ethics and the Consumer • Personal Selling and Sales Management • Workplace Experience Want to know more? (6 months) • Management in Practice OR study abroad at Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK an overseas university • Event Tourism Year 4 Research Project • Emerging Tourism Markets and Destinations • Heritage Management • Cultural Aspects of International Management • Marine and Wildlife Tourism • International Marketing • Lifestyle Consumption and Experience Economies

Rowan Goldthorp

Did you know that Europe is the biggest tourist market in the world?

a clear future | 55 JOURNALISM BA (HONS) Journalism is a powerful and rewarding industry. From OUR FACILITIES global warming to celebrity gossip and current affairs Your learning will be enhanced by our purpose-built teaching to sport, people are increasingly seeking information facilities which include a news room, TV and radio studio. from the media. This creates a demand for multimedia To view these excellent facilities visit us at: journalists who have the critical knowledge and www.rgu.ac.uk/openday specialist theoretical, analytical and production skills. This is an intensive course that will prepare you for a PLACEMENT demanding career in journalism. You’ll study the ways that The six-week placement in year 3 provides you with an news is sourced, regulated, produced and consumed, and invaluable opportunity to put your skills and knowledge examine the effects of this output on audiences. to the test in an appropriate journalism and media-based environment, as well as form excellent links with potential You’ll also gain considerable practical experience in reporting future employers. and production across print, broadcast and electronic platforms through a series of ultra-local news portals. Additionally, you PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION will take part in newsdays in years 2 and 3. This will enable you to experience a day as a journalist: sourcing stories, We are accredited by the Broadcast Journalism interviewing, filming and editing your report. Training Council (BJTC). You will be offered the chance to complete external examinations in shorthand, news writing, law and public affairs as prescribed by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). You will learn first-hand from CAREER OPTIONS experienced journalists, by participating in ‘live’ projects, The department has extensive links with the media industries, visiting local broadcasting organisations and listening to and graduates will secure careers in print, publishing, guest speakers. broadcast and online journalism. Opportunities for employment also exist in fields such as public relations and media management.

“ For a course like journalism, Robert Gordon University really must receive top FEATURE marks. The course covers every aspect of journalism, from TV and radio, to internet HERE and magazines. The facilities for this course are amazing, with a radio studio and a brand new TV studio both being housed in the Business School. I can only give the highest recommendations to anyone thinking about studying here.” Nichola MacBeath

56 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS P500 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 News Writing • Visual Culture and Design • Introduction to SQA Higher Media Law • Broadcast Journalism and Production • BBBB to include English at Grade B. Governing the UK • Print Journalism GCE A Level Year 2 BCC to include English. Features Writing • Photojournalism • Audio Production • Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Desktop Publishing for Journalists • Principles and Practice B2B2B2B2 to include English at Grade B2. of Reporting • Advanced Law for Journalists• Web Design IB Diploma Year 3 28 to include Higher Level English at Grade 5. Applied News Production • Journalists on Film • Government in Britain • Placement OR Media Theory and Degree Link Programme Practice • Magazine Production An HND in Journalism from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 entry. Year 4 Digital News Portfolio • Research Methods • Dissertation • STUDY OPTIONS Journalism into Fiction OR Women and the Media • Full-time: 4 years Plus two from: Celebrity Culture • Political Communication • Media Strategy

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Did you know the amount of information produced in the world increases by 30% every year?

a clear future | 57 LAW AND MANAGEMENT BA (HONS) This course will equip you with a sound grounding CAREER OPTIONS in law as well as key business skills and knowledge. The course opens a range of opportunities. For example, The high level of flexibility within the course allows you, it can be a pathway to becoming a qualified conveyancer in particular at Honours level, to shape your degree or executry practitioner (you can gain Diplomas in to specialise in the areas you develop an interest in. Conveyancing and Executry Services, or Executry Services, You will also develop the key skills which are highly as additional qualifications in year 4). Other options include: valued in the workplace. Practical experience is working within oil companies (locally and overseas), banks developed through oral presentations, legal debates, and businesses, the civil service, corporate consultancy firms group work and research and writing exercises. and the police. In year 3 you can undertake a work placement, giving you the opportunity to establish links with potential employers WHAT YOU WILL STUDY and equipping you for the working world. Year 1 Legal Systems • Legal Methods • Business Ethics • You will also have the opportunity to take part in internal, Management Concepts • Property Law • Constitutional Law • national and international mooting competitions (legal Introductory Economics • People Management debating), giving you additional practical experience. Year 2 The strong research culture and professional experience Law of Contract • Criminal Law • Globalisation • One option among departmental staff feeds into their teaching expertise. from European Union, The Financial Environment OR This means you will benefit from subjects taught with a highly Organisational Behaviour • Commercial Law • Human Rights • practical edge. Company Law • One option from Business Economics, PLACEMENT Governing the UK OR Marketing A key strength of the course is the possibility of a paid Year 3 placement during the summer, between the conclusion of Delict • Fundamentals of Employment Law • Two options semester 2 of year 3 and the start of the Honours year. This from Ethics and the Consumer, Family Law OR Organisational provides an opportunity to practise in a professional capacity, Marketing • Management Studies for Law • Business Start in either the area of law or management. The rewards from this Up OR Placement • Property Rights in Land • One option are enormous, both in terms of initial professional development from Legal Theory OR Practical Legal Skills and in applying theoretical principles to real-life situations.

“ This course really allowed me to concentrate on the legal areas that I was interested in. It also proved to be the ideal stepping stone in allowing me to obtain entry into the LLB and the Diploma in Legal Practice programmes, as the course covers a lot of the Law Society recommended subjects. The lecturers are approachable, innovative and pragmatic and are always ready to share their profound wealth of knowledge with you.” Graduate Alaina Morrison, Solicitor with John Wood Group PLC

58 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS M990 Year 4 Dissertation, plus ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Semester 1 SQA Higher Three modules from a list that currently includes: BBBC Roman Law • Employment Law • Criminal Justice • GCE A Level European Union Law • Legal Issues in Construction • Sports BCC Law • Criminal Responsibility • Child Care Law • Environmental Law • Regional Human Rights Systems • Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Judicial Review and Public Administration • Property Law B2B2B2C1 (Honours) • Media Law • Public International Law • IB Diploma International Trade Law • Comparative Company Law • Tax 27 Law • International Organisations • International Human Resource Management • Business Economics • International Degree Link Programme and Comparative Tax Law A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges Semester 2 may be considered for year 3 entry. Three modules from a list that currently includes: International and Comparative Family Law • UK Oil and STUDY OPTIONS Gas Law • International Private Law • Equality Law • Legal Full-time: 4 years History • Criminal Law: Specific Crimes • Medical Law • Consumer Law and Policy • Intellectual Property Law • Comparative Law • Criminology • Medical Ethics • Information Technology Law • Dispute Resolution • Corporate Ethics • Strategic Marketing Management • Entrepreneurial Studies • Employee Relations and Reward • Labour Markets Economics

“ I have been able to choose subjects and tailor my degree according to my own interests and career plans. It is undoubtedly challenging, but the quality of teaching and availability of student support make it a rewarding and enjoyable journey. I came into third year Law and Management after completing an HND in Legal Services and have loved being at RGU so much that I’m Want to know more? staying on to do a postgraduate degree.” Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK Emily Clark, Law and Management Graduate

a clear future | 59 LAW LLB (HONS) This course aims to provide you with an academically STUDY ABROAD rigorous, practical and diverse education in the In year 3 of the course you will have the opportunity to spend discipline of Scots Law. The combination of private a 12-week semester abroad at one of our partner universities and public law subjects taught on this course will in Europe or at our partner university in the US. Please see equip you with both the knowledge to meet the page 20 for more information. challenges and demands of a wide range of jobs across a spectrum of employment sectors, whether in PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION the legal profession or elsewhere. LLB (Hons), and DPLP are accredited by the Law Society of Scotland, a key You will also develop the key intellectual, professional factor for those seeking to enter the and personal skills which are highly valued in the legal profession in Scotland. Recognition of LLB (Hons) by workplace. Practical experience is developed through the Faculty of Advocates has also been obtained. oral presentations, group work, research and writing exercise and legal debating also known as mooting. We CAREER OPTIONS also have a dedicated moot court room where you will Our Law degree opens the door to the legal profession – plus find out how to present cases in a courtroom opportunities within the financial sector, the oil and gas environment. Our students also have the opportunity industry, civil service, banking, corporate consultancy, global to take part in internal, national and international business management, local government, charitable mooting competitions. organisations and trade unions.

We ensure our graduates are ready for today’s professional WHAT YOU WILL STUDY world. We value the advice and input of our close contacts in Year 1 the legal profession, who constantly keep us informed of the Legal Systems • Legal Methods • Criminal Law • Law of latest professional trends. Contract • Constitutional Law • Human Rights • Property Law • Commercial Law We also offer the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice (DPLP). This is a one-year postgraduate qualification and is Year 2 mandatory in order to practise as a solicitor in Scotland. Many Family Law • Delict • Law of Evidence • Law of Succession • of our graduates who have taken this route have an excellent European Union Law • Legal Theory • Company Law • record for securing quality employment in the legal Property Rights in Land profession. Prospects for our law graduates are rated at 85% in The Complete University Guide 2013 subject tables.

rEWARDING eXPERIENCES “I think studying abroad will give students that extra boost when it comes to looking for employment. I spent a semester studying abroad at University of Tulsa in Oklahoma, USA. I was able to experience different cultures, meet new people and study in a new learning environment. It was one of the best experiences I have had so far.” Vanessa Fong

60 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS M114 Direct Entry students from Stage 3 BA (Hons) Law and Management who entered that course in Stage 3 from ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FE college: SQA Higher Year 2: Criminal Law and Law of Contract, Constitutional ABBB including English at Grade B. Law, Human Rights, Commercial Law and Property Law in GCE A Level place of Delict, Family Law, European Union Law, Legal BBC including English. Theory, Property Rights in Land and Company Law. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Year 3: Students catch up on remaining Law Society qualifying AB2B2B2 including English at Grade B2. modules: European Union Law and Property Rights in Land IB Diploma Year 3 29 to include Higher Level English at Grade 5. Semester 1 Tax Law • One elective module from Forensic Practice, Advanced Entry IT for Managers OR Fundamentals of Employment Law • Students with a BA Law and Management degree from Two modules from the list in Year 4 below Robert Gordon University may enter the Law LLB (Hons) course at year 2 or 3, depending on the stage at which Semester 2 you joined the Law and Management course, allowing two Practical Legal Skills • One elective from Forensic Psychology, degrees, one of them with Honours, to be obtained within Management Studies for Law OR Managing the Public Sector a total of 5 or 6 years study. • Two elective modules from the list in Year 4 below Year 4 STUDY OPTIONS Dissertation, plus Full-time: 4 years Semester 1 Law LLB (online) Three modules from a list that currently includes: We also offer an online version of the LLB but only for Roman Law • Employment Law • Criminal Justice • European holders of a Bachelors degree or equivalent. This online Union Law • Legal Issues in Construction • Sports Law • version can be studied over 2, 3 or 4 years. Criminal Responsibility • Child Care Law • Environmental Law • Regional Human Rights Systems • Judicial Review and Public Administration • Property Law (Honours) • Media Law • Public International Law • International Trade Law • Evidence: Law Theory and Practice • Comparative Company Law • Tax Law • International and Comparative Tax Law Semester 2 Three modules from a list that currently includes: International and Comparative Family Law • UK Oil and Gas Law • International Private Law • Equality Law • Legal History • Criminal Law: Specific Crimes • Medical Law • Consumer Law and Policy • Intellectual Property Law • Comparative Law • Criminology • Medical Ethics • Information Technology Law • Dispute Resolution • Our law staff include Evidence: Law and Psychology former prosecutors and the head rugby WATCH OUR ‘STUDENT EXPERIENCE’ VIDEOS. 4 VISIT www.rgu.ac.uk/absyoutube coach for the University!

a clear future | 61 THE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

The Management Programme comprises four courses: STUDY ABROAD Management; Management with Human Resource Our study abroad destinations include Europe, the USA and Management; Management with Marketing; and Canada. All students on the Management Programme have the International Business Management. Whilst each of opportunity to study abroad in semester 1 of year 2 or for these courses is unique, some common modules and semesters 1 and 2 of year 3. If you have a real taste for travel, characteristics are shared by all courses. Each course you can study abroad in year 2, undertake a placement abroad within the Management Programme has been designed in year 3, and undertake a foreign study project as part of the to equip you with a thorough knowledge and Business Creativity module in year 4. Study abroad is a understanding of the nature and context of business, compulsory element of the BA (Hons) International Business the principal management functions and the skills Management course. For more details about Study Abroad required for effective management in organisations. options please see page 20.

FLEXIBLE OPTIONS STUDENT COMPETITIONS Every student on the Management Programme studies the Annually, each of our Management Programme students has same modules in year 1. This ensures you have the necessary the opportunity to be considered for participation in the IBM foundation in the core areas of business and management Business Challenge, the UK’s most prestigious business before progressing on to more advanced study. It also gives competition. Since we began competing five years ago, at least you the opportunity to move courses within the Management one RGU team has progressed to the semi-final stage each Programme at the end of year 1, as sometimes students year. Second year students on the Management Programme discover a new passion in an area of business and management will also compete in the Beta Project which culminates in a which they hadn’t previously considered. Trade Fair to showcase their business ideas and which is attended by visiting academics and industry representatives. REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE Each of the courses within the Management Programme offers LINKS WITH INDUSTRY the opportunity to undertake a one-year salaried placement. Our industry relationships allow us to offer many scholarships Through our placement opportunities, you can work with and prizes, and enable us to invite students to join small, medium or large companies based locally, nationally masterclasses delivered by industry practitioners who are or internationally and undertake real jobs, with real salaries and leaders in their field. It also means that our courses are real responsibilities. Many of our placement students have had constantly developing in line with industry demands. the opportunity to go on business trips, work with senior managers and directors, and take responsibility for their own EXTRACURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES projects. We have also had a small number of students run There are lots of extracurricular opportunities to participate their own company instead of participating in a traditional in. You can join the Business Society, attend guest lectures placement. They are given business advice by academic staff and masterclasses, attend events organised by the Scottish from our Centre for Entrepreneurship and assigned to an Institute for Enterprise, complete the Walt Disney World industry mentor. summer work programme (six weeks working for Walt Disney World in Orlando), undertake a week-long SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Intercultural Training course in Germany, or volunteer to There is a range of scholarships available to students on become a student ambassador. the Management Programme, all of which provide financial support, placement opportunities, and mentoring from an industry practitioner within the sponsoring firm. Being a scholar will help you to finance your studies and provide you with great networking opportunities, exposing you to current issues within industries, and giving you a unique advantage in the graduate marketplace. The following WATCH OUR ‘STUDENT EXPERIENCE’ VIDEOS. scholarships are available to students on this programme: VISIT www.rgu.ac.uk/absyoutube Talisman; KCA Deutag; and The Fiona Fuller Business Scholarship sponsored by Atkins.

62 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS CODES

MANAGEMENT N201 MANAGEMENT WITH HRM N2N6 MANAGEMENT WITH MARKETING N2N5

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS SQA Higher BBBB GCE A Level BCC Irish Leaving Certificate Higher B2B2B2B2 IB Diploma 28 Degree Link Programme A relevant HNC from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 entry. Students will follow the class-based taught route as an alternative to a placement in year 3.

STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years

OUR COURSES International Business Management 64 Management 67 Management with HRM 68 Management with Marketing 69

a clear future | 63 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT BA (HONS) This course can put you at the forefront of the Year 2 international business world. It contains a unique Organisational Behaviour • Personal and Business Finance • blend of modules, all of which will contribute to your International Business • Globalisation OR study abroad at an understanding of the global business environment and overseas university for semester 1 of year 2 equip you with the skills required to succeed within it. In semester 2 you will return to undertake Business Law • You will gain an appreciation of the various social, cultural, Business Economics • Consumer Behaviour • Business Ideas economic and legal complexities which face managers and Opportunities working within the highly competitive international Year 3 environment, and develop an understanding of the strategies Placement Route: Placement • Health and Safety • of multi-national corporations. On this course, you must study Research Methods abroad for either semester 1 of year 2, or semesters 1 and 2 Non-placement Route: Research Methods • Corporate of year 3. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience another Governance • IT for Managers • International Trading • country, earn credits towards your studies and meet new Business Creativity • Management of Change • Managing people from all over the world. Projects • Health and Safety CAREER OPTIONS Study Abroad Route: Study in Europe, USA or Canada This course will prepare you for a managerial career with Year 4 either a national or international company. Specialist careers Dissertation • Business Strategy • International Organisations • include international business consultant, business analyst, International HRM • Cultural Aspects of International strategy analyst, cultural advisor, territory manager and Management • International Marketing OR Logistics international broker. Management • International Trade Law OR The Economics of International Business WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Year 1 Business Ethics • Marketing • Management Concepts • The Financial Environment • International Management • Introductory Economics • People Management • Introduction to Management Accounting

“I was impressed with the quality and wide array of services available. RGU rocks! I WIDEN YOUR would highly recommend every international student contemplating to HORIZONS study abroad to consider this university.” Jeffrey Ankoma Appiah

64 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS N120

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS SQA Higher ABBB GCE A Level BBC Irish Leaving Certificate Higher AB2B2B2 IB Diploma 29 Degree Link Programme A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 entry. Students will follow the class-based taught route as an alternative to a placement in year 3.

STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years

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a clear future | 65 kirsty liebnitz, events management

What’s your plan for the future? Hopefully to get a job within the Events Industry, I would like to work with festivals or fundraising types of events.

What did you want to be when you were small? I actually wanted to be a dentist as I always had really bad teeth when I was young prior to getting braces!

Currently listening to… I listen to a variety of music but currently my favourite song is Rita Ora, Shine Your Light, cannot stop playing it in the car!

Best student memory so far? Getting the opportunity to go to the Scottish Event Awards Ceremony in Glasgow this year was fantastic as we were nominated under the Best Student category and got commendations which was amazing. Favourite place to party? There are many places I enjoy going out to in Aberdeen for example Garage, Pearl Lounge, Tiger Tiger and Korova, it just depends on what night of the week it is and what has the best student deals!

66 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS MANAGEMENT BA (HONS) UCAS N201 Management is the art of planning, co-ordinating, WHAT YOU WILL STUDY directing and controlling business activities efficiently Year 1 and effectively. This course has been designed to enable Business Ethics • Marketing • Management Concepts • The you to operate successfully in the increasingly complex Financial Environment • Introduction to Management and demanding business environment. It will equip you Accounting • Introductory Economics • People Management • with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the International Management nature and context of business, the principal management functions and the skills required for Year 2 effective management in different organisations. Personal and Business Finance • Business Ideas and Opportunities • Organisational Behaviour • Operations The wide range of options available in year 4 will enable Management • Business Law • Consumer Behaviour • you to tailor your studies to the interests you have developed Business Economics • Business Creation and Growth throughout your degree. You will also explore areas such as You may also choose to study abroad with a partner foreign quality management, project management, leadership and university, in Europe, the USA, or Canada during semester knowledge management. 1 of year 2. CAREER OPTIONS Year 3 This broad-based course will prepare you for a managerial Placement Route: Placement • Health and Safety • career in industry or the public sector. The subjects chosen Research Methods as option modules can widen opportunities for more specialist Non-placement Route: Corporate Governance• Health and managerial positions. Positions held by our graduates include Safety • International Business • Personal Selling and Sales trainee manager, area manager, logistics manager and Management • New Business Project • Research Methods • business analyst. Managing Projects Study Abroad Route: Study in Europe, USA or Canada Year 4 Dissertation • Business Strategy • Quality Management • Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK Corporate Ethics • Three module options For entry requirements please refer to page 63.

“During my first two years, I started my own marketing company: the modules gave me GIVE the knowledge and inspiration, and staff helped turn it into a profitable business. I YOURSELF don’t think I could have achieved the same elsewhere. I thoroughly recommend RGU.” A REAL Glenn Buchan HEAD START

a clear future | 67 MANAGEMENT WITH HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, BA (HONS) UCAS N2N6 Human Resource Management is broadly defined as Year 2 all those activities associated with the management Personal and Business Finance • Business Ideas and of employment relationships. It is concerned with Opportunities • Organisational Behaviour • Operations developing structures and systems which promote Management • Business Law • Contemporary Human the effective management of people, working closely Resource Management • Management of Change • with senior managers, line managers and the various Business Creation and Growth departments of organisations to build, maintain and You may also choose to study abroad with a partner foreign develop an effective workforce. university in Europe, the USA or Canada during semester 1 The course explores the theoretical and practical aspects of year 2. of Human Resource Management, with an emphasis on the Year 3 vital contribution to business success made by the people Placement Route: Placement • Health and Safety • of an organisation. Research Methods

CAREER OPTIONS Non-placement Route: Corporate Governance • Health and Safety • Fundamentals of Employment Law • PR This course will prepare you for a human resource Strategy and Specialisms • New Business Project • management or managerial career in industry or the public Managing Projects • Research Methods sector. Specialised careers include recruitment consultant, employee relations officer, training and development officer, Advanced Entry Route: Corporate Governance • HR officer, and talent and learning specialist. Fundamentals of Employment Law • Health and Safety • PR Strategy and Specialisms • Contemporary Human Resource WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Management • Management of Change • Managing Projects • Research Methods Year 1 Business Ethics • Marketing • Management Concepts • The Study Abroad Route: Study in Europe, USA or Canada Financial Environment • Introduction to Management Year 4 Accounting • Introductory Economics • People Management • Dissertation • International HRM • Employee Resourcing International Management and Development • Employment Law for Managers • Employee Relations and Reward • Collective Employment Law • Leadership For entry requirements please refer to page 63.

“ My placement was extremely beneficial REAL as I had no previous experience in an office/sales situation. I was able to work OPPORTUNITIES in a small business environment and learn how they operate on a daily basis. I now work full-time for my placement company as their HR Manager.” Marc McRae, HR Manager, Thomas Gunn Navigation Services Ltd

68 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS MANAGEMENT WITH MARKETING BA (HONS) UCAS N2N5 Marketing is a vital and dynamic aspect of business that is Year 2 used to create, retain and satisfy the customer. This Personal and Business Finance • Business Ideas and stimulating course explores both the theoretical and practical Opportunities • Organisational Behaviour • Advertising aspects of marketing products and services. Throughout, we Communication • Business Law • Consumer Behaviour • focus firmly on the ultimate consumer – and in doing so, Business Creation and Growth • Public Relations reflect the way marketing operates in real life. hisT course is You may also choose to study abroad with a partner foreign industry-focused and our experienced lecturers bring a university in Europe, the USA or Canada during semester wealth of practical insight into the modules. 1 of year 2.

CAREER OPTIONS Year 3 Placement Route: Placement • Health and Safety • This course will prepare you for a marketing or managerial Research Methods career in industry or the public sector. You will develop the skills to pursue a career in all aspects of marketing including Non-placement Route: Personal Selling and Sales branding, customer relationship management, marketing, Management • Events Management • Organisational international marketing, advertising, promotion, market Marketing • Health and Safety • New Business Project • research, public relations, events management and other Management of Innovation • Research Methods related industries. Advanced Entry Route: Events Management • Organisational Marketing • PR Strategy and Specialisms • WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Health and Safety • New Business Project • Consumer Year 1 Behaviour • Research Methods Business Ethics • Marketing • Management Concepts • The Study Abroad Route: Study in Europe, USA or Canada Financial Environment • Introduction to Management Accounting • Introductory Economics • People Management • Year 4 International Management Dissertation • E-business • Appraisal of Current Market Research • Business Strategy OR Business Creativity • Applied Consumer Psychology • International Marketing • Strategic Marketing Management For entry requirements please refer to page 63. TALK TO OUR STUDENTS ON FACEBOOK WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ROBERTGORDONUNIVERSITY

“ The best thing about studying at RGU was definitely the support from staff members; INSPIRED they are always there to help you. I also found the careers service to be very helpful. I used them a lot during my final year. After I TO ACHIEVE graduated I did a three-month placement in marketing at The Economist Group. I am now currently working as a customer service executive in the Digital Editions Department.” Nene Udofot, Customer Service Executive, The Economist Group

a clear future | 69 MEDIA BA (HONS)

The media industries are rapidly expanding, particularly PLACEMENT with the recent growth of digital media. This course will The six-week fieldwork placement in year 3 provides you with prepare you for a specialist career in the media, the opportunity to gain practical experience in an area of your enabling you to build an impressive portfolio of skills choice within the media industries. This is an invaluable in media production, as well as key transferable opportunity to gain practical experience and establish links communication skills. with potential employers. Links exist with a range of media Both theoretical and practical aspects of the audio- organisations and include television and radio broadcasting visual industries are incorporated to prepare you for companies, as well as magazine and newspaper publishers. careers in a variety of areas including radio and TV You may also be placed in promotional and marketing roles, broadcasting, film production, interactive media, online or within web design companies. content creation and development, commercials, and corporate production. STUDY ABROAD The course also offers the opportunity to undertake an You will benefit from strong links with industry and have the international study exchange or work placement during opportunity to work closely with relevant media companies the first semester of year 3 through the Erasmus scheme. including STV and local radio stations. The placement offers an Please see page 20 for more information. exciting opportunity to gain practical experience in an area of individual choice within the media industries. There is a great CAREER OPTIONS deal of practitioner input to the course, incorporating a range of guest speakers and live client projects. The media industry encompasses a wide range of careers and is expanding further with the growth of digital media. OUR FACILITIES Possible careers are in areas such as radio and TV, animation, digital media, commercials, interactive media, corporate With our purpose-built facilities, including state-of-the-art production and photo imaging. Job titles include that of lecture theatres, teaching labs, IT facilities and TV and radio television and radio researcher, web designer, advertising studios, you will be taught in a true-to-life environment that executive, producer, presenter, journalist, writer and social will develop both your professional and creative skills. media marketing officer.

“ Through combining the practical modules of the course with an excellent work PREPARE placement, I was greatly assisted in developing my knowledge of the use of TO SUCCEED social media for professional organisations. After graduating, I took these invaluable skills and spent the summer working with the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society before joining the Aberdeen Performing Arts as a New Media Marketing Assistant.” Andrew Raffan, Graduate New Media Marketing Assistant, Aberdeen Performing Arts

70 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS P300 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Professional Communication • The Media Business • Visual SQA Higher Culture and Design • Marketing • Communication Principles BBCC including English at Grade B. and Theory • Digital Media Platforms and Practices • GCE A Level Digital Animation CCC including English. Year 2 Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Documentary Discourse and Practice • Introduction to Media B2B2C1C1 including English at Grade B2. Law • Advertising Communication • Media Production Project • Media Semiotics and Discourse • Web Design IB Diploma 26 to include Higher Level English at Grade 5. Year 3 Media History • Interactive Media Project • Media Theory Degree Link Programme and Practice • Placement • Communication Project A relevant HNC from one of our partner FE colleges may be Management • Communication Project Practice considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 entry. Year 4 Research Methods and Dissertation. STUDY OPTIONS Three elective modules from: Intercultural Communication • Full-time: 4 years Postmodern Culture • Business Creativity • Contemporary Journalism • Women and the Media Two elective modules from: Political Communication • WATCH OUR ‘STUDENT EXPERIENCE’ VIDEOS. Cinema and Society • Media Strategy • Celebrity Culture • VISIT www.rgu.ac.uk/absyoutube Leadership • Corporate Ethics

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a clear future | 71 PUBLIC RELATIONS BA (HONS) Public Relations is a highly creative and interdisciplinary PLACEMENT subject concerned with the management functions During the six-week fieldwork placement in year 3 you will related to an organisation’s internal and external gain practical experience in an area of individual choice within communications. the communication and public relations industries. This is To be successful in the current competitive market, an invaluable opportunity to gain practical experience and it’s essential that organisations understand and adopt establish relationships with potential employers. Strong links good practices in press and public relations. exist with public, private and charitable organisations within Their products and services need to be marketed the public relations, marketing, advertising and media fields. and advertised effectively to their consumers. That’s where you come in. STUDY ABROAD The course offers the opportunity to undertake an international The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public study exchange or work placement during the first semester Relations (CIPR), the professional body for the UK public of year 3. This is undertaken through Erasmus (European relations industry, which is a mark of the high professional Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University standard and credibility of the course. Industry practitioners Students). Please see page 20 for more information. are also involved in course development to ensure that teaching reflects leading practices in business. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION You will take part in challenging, real-world projects The course is accredited by the CIPR, from design to delivery and evaluation, and analyse which is the professional body for the communication issues from a range of academic and UK public relations industry. practical perspectives. CAREER OPTIONS Graduates from this course will be accomplished communicators and will be able to use a range of media effectively. These skills can be used across a range of careers in the communications industries in areas such as public relations, advertising, marketing, media, information services, public affairs, and event management, as well as managerial careers in commerce, industry or the public sector.

with Scotland’s leading public relations consultancy, The Big Partnership. This VALUABLE provided me with an opportunity to apply what I had been taught at University to PLACEMENT industry practice – an element of the course which is extremely beneficial. As a OPPORTUNITIES consequence, I have been working part-time with The Big Partnership while finishing my “ The University’s contact with the business degree, where I have gained a huge amount of community provides students with amazing work experience.” opportunities to gain valuable work Anna Duthie, experience. I completed a six-week placement Senior Account Executive at The Big Partnership

72 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS P210 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Professional Communication • The Media Business • Visual SQA Higher Culture and Design • Marketing • Communication Principles BBBC including English at Grade B. and Theory • Managing Design and Creativity • Digital GCE A Level Media Platforms and Practices BCC including English or Communication. Year 2 Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Organisational Behaviour • Advertising Communication • B2B2B2C1 including English at Grade B2. Documentary Discourse and Practice • Media Production Project • Public Relations • Web Design IB Diploma 27 to include Higher Level English at Grade 5. Year 3 Public Relations Strategy and Specialisms • Events Degree Link Programme Management • Communication Project Management • A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges Communication Project Practice • Media Theory may be considered for year 3 entry. and Practice • Placement STUDY OPTIONS Year 4 Full-time: 4 years Research Methods and Dissertation Three elective modules from: Intercultural Communication • Postmodern Culture • Business Creativity • Contemporary Journalism • Women and the Media Two elective modules from: Political Communication • Cinema and Society • Celebrity Culture • Leadership • Corporate Ethics • Media Strategy

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a clear future | 73 Our ‘leading-edge’ status is absolutely critical to our success and is something we work very hard to sustain. We achieve FACULTY OF this through our commitment to providing educational excellence, engaging in pioneering research and forging strong DESIGN and industry links. Showcasing innovation and talent We recognise how important it is that you are given every opportunity to reach your full potential whilst studying with us. Our students are therefore encouraged and supported to enter TECHNOLOGY competitions and participate in shows, enabling them to showcase their talents and receive recognition for their work from their professionals and peers; something that is vitally UNITED BY ITS PASSION FOR important within all of the creative industries. DESIGN AND TECHNOLOgy, OUR The School of Computing Science and Digital Media’s annual prize-giving ceremony has grown from strength to strength; FACULTY INCLUDES EXCITING over 50 sponsored prizes are now awarded, including the SUBJECTS SUCH AS COMPUTING & prestigious TOTAL scholarship and sponsored presented awards from ConocoPhillips, TOTAL, Codify, Nexen Petroleum DIGITAL MEDIA, ENGINEERING, ART and the British Computer Society. & DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE & Our School of Engineering students are given the opportunity to benefit from generous scholarships awarded by some of THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT. Aberdeen’s biggest and most successful companies, including Wood Group, Petrofac and BP. An engineering scholarship can put you on the fast track to success, and help you to launch a successful career. Winning one of our highly prestigious scholarships is a serious endorsement of your academic abilities and professional potential. For its many thousands of visitors, Gray’s School of Art’s annual Degree Show, sponsored by BP, is the ideal opportunity to see emerging talent and engage in discussion about the ideas behind the work. It gives the public the opportunity to see a range of final year undergraduate projects, spanning fashion and textiles, 3D and product design, graphics, digital media, visual communication, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography and electronic media. The Scott Sutherland School End of Year Show highlights the best work from all of its students within that academic year. The excellent standard of our student work maintains the international reputation that the Faculty has for producing leading professionals in the world of architecture, construction, property and surveying.

74 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS OUR SCHOOLS School of Computing Science and Digital Media 76 School of Engineering 94 Gray’s School of Art 106 The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment 120

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 75 SCHOOL OF COMPUTING SCIENCE AND DIGITAL MEDIA

OUR COURSES Application Software Development 80 Business Information Technology 82 Computer Network Management and Design 84 Computer Science 86 Digital Media 88 Graphics and Animation 90 Multimedia Development 92

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76 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS shaping the future

With the emergence of mobile and information rich INNOVATIVE TEACHING systems, we have brought together skills in digital In your first year, ‘bite-sized’ lectures delivered in our media, intelligent information processing and state-of-the-art labs will quickly build your confidence and technical architecture. This multi-skilled environment practical proficiency; classroom interaction technology will give enables you to be at the forefront of the digital and you rapid feedback to assess your understanding of the creative economies. subject; and group project work will develop your personal Situated in a new building at the Garthdee campus, the and communication skills that employers demand. In later School of Computing Science and Digital Media provides years, our courses offer a range of elective modules that give a state-of-the-art, purpose-built environment. This is you the opportunity to choose study topics and project choices the perfect place to study current professional practice that appeal to your special interests and career aspirations. The in interactive design, systems development and the School takes a lead in technology-enhanced learning. Students management of business technologies. You will learn frequently comment on the quality of support and teaching practical and creative problem-solving skills using emerging they receive, with several staff winning student nominated technologies and apply these to the challenges faced by prizes for teaching. industry. From the technical emphasis of Computer Science through the commercial orientation of Business Information PLACEMENTS Technology to the creative opportunities of Digital Media: All our courses offer summer 16 week and year long industrial Design, Production and Development, our courses equip you placement opportunities. Optional placements with high with valuable personal and professional skills, and a career profile companies provide further experience and the enhancing qualification. opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge in a business context. They will strengthen and broaden your understanding We encourage students to form their own ventures, run their of real-world applications, business needs and current own societies and develop their innovative skills to expand technology trends. The industrial placement experience builds their horizons beyond the taught curriculum. Recent students confidence and broadens employment opportunities. have launched their own businesses, undertaken commercial Placements have been carried out at companies such as Total, projects in parallel with their studies, published research papers BT and IBM, as well as with smaller local software houses and at international conferences and performed extremely well in IT service providers. We have also had successful overseas national competitions. There are currently three Computing placements with companies in France, Norway, USA, Canada student-led societies to expand the opportunities available. and Japan. FIRST YEAR FACILITIES Our courses begin with a programme of studies which We have laboratories housing over 250 high specification PCs, provides the foundation of knowledge, understanding and running the latest industry-standard software. The School has practical skills that is needed for later specialist study. The first specialised facilities for supporting graphics and interactive year also helps you develop the wide range of interpersonal digital media development, including a large scale render farm, skills you will need in your professional life. Following the first a Mac Suite and Green Screen Suite. year, our courses start to diversify and focus on their specialised themes. The flexibility of the first year, however, affords you an opportunity to transfer from your initial choice of course to other courses within the School of Computing Science and Digital Media.

a clear future | 77 Key facts

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS *Common to all except Multimedia Development, The School of Computing Science and Digital Media has a Computing: Application Software Development and close working relationship with the global IT and energy Computer Network Management and Design* industries. We have strong links with local and national digital SQA Higher media organisations. Our courses are developed in collaboration BBBC and two further passes (normally to include with business and industry, and take into account the practical Maths and English) at Standard Grade. needs of potential employers. Work experience is an integral part of your studies, with the opportunity to take up a paid GCE A Level industrial placement (see www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships for BCC and three further passes (normally to include details). Guest speakers from companies such as Microsoft, Maths and English) at GCSE. Logica, Total and Apple bring a rich understanding of current Irish Leaving Certificate Higher technology and professional software practice. We partner B2B2B2C1 and two further passes (normally national organisations to host professional-level events open to include Maths and English) at Ordinary Level. to our students. IB Diploma EXPERT KNOWLEDGE 27 to include a pass in Standard Level Maths. Our staff engage in leading-edge research and commercial Advanced Entry technology projects often in collaboration with highly Applicants who have successfully completed two respected global partners. Recent successes in winning Advanced Highers (or equivalent), including Computing, research and commercial grants include work in areas of cloud and another numerate subject, may be eligible for entry computing, computational intelligence and image analysis. into year 2 of our courses. We are currently undertaking a large-scale £1 million project working with small businesses to improve their ICT based Degree Link Programme products and services. This means our portfolio of courses A relevant HNC from one of our partner FE colleges may and subject content is up to date and based on contemporary be considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND from one of theory and practice. Collaborative projects with industrial our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 entry. partners provide relevant case studies to illustrate industrial practice and the practical application of our teaching. Students undertake projects linked to our external activities. This combination of leading-edge research and contemporary professional practice underpins our outstanding record of graduate employment.

PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION Most of our courses are accredited by the British Computer Society for CITP or CEng, so that successful completion of the degree enables graduates to apply for membership and become Chartered in due course, providing valuable additional professional recognition.

78 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS jamie macgregor, computer science

What’s your plan for the future? Possibly IT project management, otherwise join the circus or become a superhero.

Favourite place to party? Hmmm, I guess I don’t really party... Do regular cheese and wine nights at my flat

Why did you choose your course? I like computing and RGU seemed like a really relevant place to study it. The placement year was the main selling factor for me.

Favourite place to chill? Kilau Coffee is great. There’s also 4 cinemas in Aberdeen and they all have deals and free showings regularly...

Currently reading… Surprised by Joy – C. S. Lewis

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 79 COMPUTING (APPLICATION SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT), BSC (HONS) This course has been designed to meet the CAREER OPTIONS requirements of applicants who have completed a There is a constant industry demand for graduates who have relevant HND in Computing by providing a two-year the ability to build robust usable software applications in the top-up programme leading to an Honours degree. global digital market. As a graduate of the course you could The course will extend your existing skills in software find employment in a variety of areas that take advantage of and systems development and equip you with advanced recent trends in communication and information technologies. skills in web and mobile developments, enabling you These include building and servicing information-rich to develop sophisticated applications which take into applications using interactive media for mobile devices, account the requirements of an organisation and the developing internet and intranet technologies to provide end user. enterprise-wide services, and developing smart database and Software development topics are complemented e-commerce systems. by coverage of mobile development, web-based development and systems development to ensure that you have the knowledge and proficiency in the tools and technologies needed to develop accessible, interactive solutions that achieve a high level of end user and client satisfaction. One of the major challenges facing industry and commerce today is maintaining and enhancing a competitive advantage. The convergence of communication and information technologies is creating new opportunities for the development of application software that integrates mobile, tablet, PC, networking and an array of computing services into highly accessible enterprise scale systems. The course content covers the full range of software technologies that underpin these opportunities.

Encouraging computing students to take non-related electives and semi-technical WIDEN projects is what I feel sets Robert Gordon University apart from traditional universities. YOUR I believe that in today’s world, any IT graduate needs strong interpersonal skills and business acumen in order to succeed CAPABILITIES in the competitive environment.” “ I have learned how to work as part Graduate Rajeev Hasija, of a team, how to manage my time and Team Lead at Logica (part of CGI) resources, and acquired a great balance of technical and semi-technical skills.

80 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS I310 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 3 This year focuses on developing your technical analysis and HND Computing: Software Development or a similar design skills applied to information systems and software Computing with Software Development diploma award. applications. You will develop applications for a range of browsers, operating systems, and devices. You will learn skills STUDY OPTIONS in internet programming, developing secure efficient databases Full-time: 2 years and software for mobile devices. Many of the activities are done in the context of projects, which develop important skills in project management and team working as well as extending TALK TO OUR STUDENTS ON FACEBOOK, VISIT your programming and problem solving skills. These skills will WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ROBERTGORDONUNIVERSITY help ensure that your software applications meet the real needs of users and business organisations. Year 4 The Honours year provides you the knowledge and skills to develop software applications that take into account both the needs of the end users and the requirements of business enterprise. You will also further develop your skills in mobile applications and web development. You will learn to develop solutions that use technology creatively to achieve business goals. The range of electives provides you with the opportunity to specialise and focus on areas of particular interest within the broad discipline of computing. The Honours individual project is a major feature of this year, and it gives you an opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you have learnt in the course to a large, self-directed project in an area of special interest to you.

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a clear future | 81 BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BSC (HONS) Graduates who understand the problems faced by WHAT YOU WILL STUDY business and industry and contribute to improving Year 1 business processes are in great demand by employers. Your first year will introduce you to the creative, practical and This course offers a unique blend of subject content, intellectual skills you will need as a computing professional. covering topics in computing, technology and business. You will learn skills in problem solving and modelling in a You will gain expertise in undertaking and managing the computing environment, skills in collaborating with others as process of developing computer systems, from problem part of a team, skills in software design and development and identification, through the stages of design, development and an understanding of how information technology is used in implementation, using the software tools and applications used industry and commerce. by industry today to gain that vital competitive edge. You will Year 2 develop an understanding of how emerging technology can This year will develop your creative design and development be exploited to improve business efficiency and provide new skills in the technical aspects of business IT. You will learn the business opportunities, defining future IT strategies that principles of data networking, how to design and develop increase profitability. You will gain the practical IT project object oriented software and database systems, and how to management and entrepreneurial skills sought by employers. develop dynamic web-based systems. You will also learn about the professional aspects of IT, and how to design around the CAREER OPTIONS user experience, and gain an understanding of how IT helps Your cross-disciplinary knowledge of computing, technology modern businesses achieve mission critical goals. and business will open up a variety of career pathways for you to pursue. For example, as a business analyst you would work closely with clients, seeking to understand their business needs and identify processes which can be translated into IT solutions. Career pathways can also lead to working in IT consultancy and project management, working in information services and forming entrepreneurial business start-ups.

“ My placement with Senergy was a fantastic experience. The work and the people have STEP INTO enabled me to make decisions about what direction I want to take my career and I A GREAT have learned how things operate in ‘the real world’. I was offered a part-time job CAREER with them whilst completing my final year!” Graduate, Amy Watson

82 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS G510 Year 3 The core of this year focuses on developing business ENTRY REQUIREMENTS information systems, the supporting IT infrastructures and SQA Higher software applications for business organisations. Many of the BBBC and two further passes (normally to include Maths activities are done in the context of projects, which develop and English) at Standard Grade. skills in project management and team working, as well as critical problem solving skills in business systems analysis and GCE A Level design. All of these skills will help ensure that your solutions BCC and three further passes (normally to include Maths to business problems are robust and durable, meeting the and English) at GCSE. real requirements of the organisation and the users. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Year 4 B2B2B2C1 and two further passes (normally to include The Honours year provides you with the opportunity to Maths and English) at Ordinary Level. specialise and focus on areas of special interest, as well as IB Diploma gain skills in developing and managing the advanced 27 to include a pass in Standard Level Maths. technologies such as business intelligence, data mining and enterprise web services that enable business enterprises to STUDY OPTIONS become efficient, responsive and competitive in today’s Full-time: 4 years digital economy. The Honours Individual Project is a major feature of this year, and it gives you an opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you have learnt in the course to a large, self-directed project. Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK

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a clear future | 83 COMPUTER NETWORK MANAGEMENT AND DESIGN, BSC (HONS) The course aims to equip students to work as PLACEMENT professional engineers and consultants in the design, You have the opportunity to undertake a one-year placement configuration and management of computer networks. in industry as part of the course. The confidence and The main focus is on the underlying principles and experience you will acquire during a placement will make practice of computer and data networks. The course you more employable and put you one step ahead of the format has been designed to meet the requirements competition when you graduate. of applicants who already possess an appropriate HND, by providing a two-year top-up programme leading CAREER OPTIONS to an Honours degree. The course includes a mix of There are challenging career opportunities in the development network technology, project management and security and management of computer networks for large and small modules, as well as opportunities for gaining practical organisations. Some of our graduates have gone on to skills. The main emphasis is on the installation, become: network managers, analysts or engineers, technical operation, security and maintenance of computer consultants, computer security specialists, system networks used in business and industry. administrators, and general IT consultants. The vast majority of companies, whether large or small, now have their own computer network systems which are vital to their operation. This applies across a wide range of companies, including the energy industry, the health sector and banking and finance. These companies require specialist staff who can manage and develop these networks. This course will provide you with the specialist knowledge and skills needed to confidently undertake these roles. The course components are designed to develop different aspects of your ability to work in this area. In addition, training for the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification is an integral part of the course. Completing this training prepares you for Cisco Network Associate certification – a qualification that is recognised worldwide.

“ My degree definitely gave me the tools needed to get the job I applied for, TRAIN which was only my second interview on finishing University. Working on the Cisco FOR THE equipment was one of the most valuable aspects of the course.” REAL WORLD Graduate Franco Sorrentino

84 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS H620 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The course will equip you with the essential skills not only to HND Technical Support qualifications with Cisco CCNA be able to design and implement networks, but also manage Exploration Network Fundamentals plus Routing Protocols them effectively and ensure that the people using them and Concepts training from partner FE Colleges will be benefit from their full potential. You will learn how to manage, considered for entry into year 3. design, implement, configure, and operate secure networks to the professional level demanded by business and industry. STUDY OPTIONS Year 3 Full-time: 2 years The core of this year focuses on undertaking the Cisco CCNA Exploration programme, studying network design and management, as well as network protocols. Many of the activities are done in the context of projects, which develop your skills in project management and team working, as well as critical problem solving skills in network systems analysis and design. Year 4 The Honours year provides you with the opportunity to complete the Cisco CCNA Exploration programme and to focus on areas of special interest, including the design of enterprise networks, development of secure internet-based applications, and utilisation of modern data communication technologies for building that are scalable, efficient and distributed systems. The Honours Individual Project is a major feature of this year, and it gives you an opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you have learnt in the course to a large, self-directed project.

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a clear future | 85 COMPUTER SCIENCE BSC (HONS) Our Computer Science degree provides you with the computer and electronic equipment suppliers and balance of knowledge and skills to design and manufacturers and IT service providers for business and implement software systems to the high professional industry. As a graduate of the course you could find standards demanded by industry. You will study employment developing software applications for industry, object-oriented software design, learn systems providing, managing and supporting the range of IT services development skills and how to apply them in practice. required by industry. This will form the basis for a career as a professional software developer who can work effectively across a WHAT YOU WILL STUDY wide range of computing platforms. The programme aims to provide you with the balance of The course is designed to equip you for a career at the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement cutting edge of developments in software and information software and hardware systems to a professional standard. It technologies. There is a strong emphasis on programming is designed to equip you for a career at the cutting edge of modern computing platforms, ranging from embedded systems developments in software and information technologies. through industry-standard PCs to highly distributed systems. Year 1 Your first year will introduce you to the creative, practical and SCHOLARSHIPS intellectual skills you will need as a computing professional. TOTAL You will learn skills in problem solving and modelling in a The opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading oil computing environment, skills in collaborating with others as and gas groups reflects the strong industrial ties of this course. part of a team, skills in software design and development and To find out more please visitwww.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships an understanding of how information technology is used in industry and commerce. CAREER OPTIONS This course provides you with a range of technical and interpersonal skills that will prepare you for a variety of careers at the leading edge of computing. Our collaboration with industry and the industrial placement scheme will provide you with the opportunity to be involved in new developments in the very dynamic and fast-moving IT industry. Graduates from this course are highly sought after by a range of employers, including software houses,

“ Studying Computer Science at RGU has definitely prepared me for all aspects of REWARDING the working world, opening the doors to further my career. I am now enjoying PLACEMENTS working with Hewlett Packard developing web based systems, performing database management and supporting our customers infrastructure.” Andrew Allan, Computer Science graduate

86 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS G400 Year 2 This year you will study modules that cover a wide range of ENTRY REQUIREMENTS topics including object-oriented programming, database SQA Higher systems, the principles of data networking and BBBC and two further passes (normally to include Maths microprocessor devices. You will also learn about the and English) at Standard Grade. professional aspects of IT, how to design around the users’ requirements, and gain an understanding of how IT helps GCE A Level modern businesses achieve mission critical goals. BCC and three further passes (normally to include Maths and English) at GCSE. Year 3 (industrial placement) A key feature of this course is its year-long, paid industrial Irish Leaving Certificate Higher placement option. See page 77 for further details on placements. B2B2B2C1 and two further passes (normally to include Maths and English) at Ordinary Level. Year 4 The core of this year focuses on studying the principles of IB Diploma knowledge engineering, operating systems, advanced 27 to include a pass in Standard Level Maths. programming and networking techniques. Particular emphasis is placed on familiarisation with modern STUDY OPTIONS technological developments in the field of computing, such Full-time: 4/5 years (depending on placement) as virtualisation of resources, application of artificial intelligence and web based services. Many of the activities are done in the context of projects, which develop your skills Want to know more? Visit in project management and team working, as well as critical WWW.RGU.AC.UK/COMPUTINGPLACEMENTS problem solving skills in IT systems analysis and design. Year 5 The Honours year provides you with the opportunity to specialise and focus on areas of special interest, as well as gain skills in developing software systems that are smart, scalable and efficient. heT Honours Individual Project is a major feature of this year, and it gives you an opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you have learnt in the course to a large, self-directed project.

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a clear future | 87 DIGITAL MEDIA (DESIGN, PRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT), BSC (HONS)

Bringing design, production and development together CAREER OPTIONS in the world of Digital Media provides an exciting Opportunities exist in designing and developing software future for graduates from this degree. Combining and producing multimedia for a wide range of digital media creative design skills with a high level of technical industry sectors. The skills you will gain in this course will equip ability ensures that employers are gaining the you for employment in many different areas, including games graduates they require to take their companies to the and film industries, training and education, data visualisation, next level. The course will provide you with the advertising agencies, and social media, mobile application and knowledge and practical skills to start with a client website development. Locally there is a large range of brief and take your design concepts through to opportunities in the oil and gas industry in these areas, for practical implementation. example in simulating potential rig or subsea activities. The four main themes of design, human computer interaction, web and multimedia running throughout this degree are underpinned by technical and professional skills. The themes provide you with the ability to work in 2D and 3D environments, program for interaction with traditional computer interfaces or via gestural and whole body interaction and work with the latest mobile technologies. There is a strong emphasis on providing real life experience by introducing client based projects from the second year onwards as part of the course. Students are encouraged to critically evaluate their work and collate all their creative artefacts; these Ben Richmond form a demonstrable portfolio of work which is an integral part of the course. The portfolio becomes a tangible on-going record Name of the student’s achievements and improves employability. The final year will give you the opportunity to specialise with a major piece of self-directed individual project work, as well as develop strong skills in advanced aspects of digital media design, production and development.

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“Fugro have employed a number of We particularly like the skills taught by students that have contributed positively the School of Computing Science and to our Academy across our e-learning and Digital Media – the students multimedia development team. This has are able to hit the ground running.” kept our training ahead of the game. Alan Payne, Fugro Academy

88 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS PI31 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 You will participate with other computing students in an SQA Higher interdisciplinary first year, where you will start to develop your BBBC and two further passes (normally to include Maths creative, practical and professional skills in digital graphics and English) at Standard Grade. techniques and software development for digital media, GCE A Level supplemented by collaborative and professional skills, problem BCC and three further passes (normally to include Maths solving and modelling, and web development topics. and English) at GCSE. Year 2 Irish Leaving Certificate Higher In the second year, you will further your design skills by B2B2B2C1 and two further passes (normally to include studying design principles from initial concepts through to Maths and English) at Ordinary Level. development and delivery. These skills will enable the creation of highly interactive applications in a range of contexts IB Diploma incorporating 2D graphics and animation. 27 to include a pass in Standard Level Maths. Year 3 STUDY OPTIONS In this year, you will expand your design and development Full-time: 4 years skills into 3D graphics modelling to deliver expressive and engaging digital media solutions across a wide range of browsers, operating systems, and devices. You will experience larger scale group projects that will provide key skills in project management applied to problems in an industrial context. Year 4 Your final year concentrates on a self-directed individual project in your chosen specialist area as well as introducing modules in 3D animation and interaction. The skills gained will enable you to create high-quality audio and video production and effects, and design mobile application for an immersive, interactive media-rich user experience.

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a clear future | 89 COMPUTING (GRAPHICS AND ANIMATION) BSC (HONS) The rapid evolution of sophisticated computer CAREER OPTIONS technologies, which provide interactive graphics and Exciting career options exist for you in specialist visualisation animation, is changing the face of the computing, and simulation software houses (for example in the oil and communications and entertainment industries. gas industry simulating subsea maintenance and repair and This course will enable you to develop the hybrid skills visualising drilling activities), developing graphics and 3D of technical software development and creative models and creating new software. Your skills can be design. You will gain expertise both in the employed in developing materials for training and education, development of graphics-related software and in the in the computer games industry, the film industry and use of industry-standard tools for graphics and 3D advertising agencies. The core computing skills acquired on modelling, providing you with the knowledge and skills this course will equip you for development work in the wider to create systems and applications that exploit the context of business and ecommerce. power of interactive visual media to solve the problems of industry and commerce. For example, using information visualisation and smart interactive media to assist in decision making and strategic planning based on large complex data sets. The course is taught using state-of-the-art technologies and a variety of platforms used by contemporary industry. The technical content of the course is complemented by coverage of design principles and perception and visualisation. This ensures that the creative products you develop have an aesthetically pleasing form and achieve a high degree of visual impact.

“ My course allowed the opportunity to learn multiple languages such as Java, Visual REAL-WORLD Basic, C++ and Objective-C. With a focus on graphical elements we were also able LEARNING to try our hand at 3D modelling, learning about the graphics and how to create them ourselves.” Adam Gall, Computing for Graphics and Animation graduate

90 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS G450 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Your first year will introduce you to the creative, practical and SQA Higher intellectual skills you will need as a computing professional. BBBC and two further passes (normally to include Maths You will learn skills in problem solving and modelling in a and English) at Standard Grade. computing environment, skills in collaborating with others as GCE A Level part of a team, skills in software design and development and BCC and three further passes (normally to include Maths an understanding of how information technology is used in and English) at GCSE. industry and commerce. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Year 2 B2B2B2C1 and two further passes (normally to include In your second year you will start to focus on the core Maths and English) at Ordinary Level. technical skills and design skills needed to develop graphics and animation applications. You will develop 2D animations IB Diploma and interactive graphical applications and learn the principles 27 to include a pass in Standard Level Maths. of user interface development. You will learn the principles of graphical design and continue to develop more general STUDY OPTIONS computing skills, including database design and use, web Full-time: 4 years development, object oriented programming, and the professional aspects of computing. Year 3 Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK/COMPUTINGFACILITIES The third year introduces you to graphics and animation in 3D. You will use modelling tools to build 3D objects and worlds, and you will learn to program interactive 3D environments, such as games. You will study the psychology behind human perception and visualisation, which has practical application in the design of graphical interfaces and tools for data visualisation. Using this knowledge you will design multimedia applications incorporating sound and video components. Many of the activities are done in the context of projects, which develop your skills in project management and team working, as well as critical problem solving skills in IT systems analysis and design. Year 4 The Honours year broadens your skills in 3D animation, image analysis and machine vision, together with elements of video production. You will further develop your skills in multimedia programming. This year also provides you with the opportunity The current salary for to specialise and focus on areas of special interest, with options typically available from business and computer science as well an animator at Pixar is as graphics. The Honours Individual Project is a major feature of this year, and it gives you an opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you have learnt in the course to a large, self-directed project. $109,091

a clear future | 91 MULTIMEDIA DEVELOPMENT BSC (HONS) Multimedia development is a growth area in commercial CAREER OPTIONS and industrial systems and product development, which There are a variety of career opportunities in the field of embraces both the creative and technical fields. It is multimedia across a wide range of organisations. Career a diverse and dynamic multi-disciplinary field which pathways include: multimedia developer, 3D animator, web requires both good creative design skills and a sound designer, computer game designer and developer, video and technical knowledge. This course has been specially audio producer. designed to meet the requirements of applicants who already possess HND Multimedia qualifications (or a similar award), by providing a two-year top-up programme leading to an Honours degree. The course will extend your existing skills in multimedia and equip you with advanced skills in designing, developing and implementing multimedia systems. You will gain knowledge and skills in allied subject areas such as 2D and 3D graphical design, information visualisation, and interface development. This course offers an opportunity to enhance practical and creative multimedia development skills and to acquire a deeper understanding of the software technologies that aid the development process. The subject content strikes a balance between creative and aesthetic design and the technical knowledge to produce exciting interactive systems and products.

“I’ve been interested in film production from an early age and once I decided this WIDEN would be my ideal career path I enrolled into Robert Gordon University. I continued YOUR my studies in Vancouver Film School’s 3D Animation and Visual Effects programme. After graduating with Honours, I began HORIZONS working at Rainmaker Entertainment Inc in Vancouver where I’m currently working on Mattel’s MAX Steel.” Scott Middleton

92 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS G451 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 3 HND Multimedia Computing, HND Interactive Media, Building on the skills gained in your HND, you will expand your HND Visual Communications, or a similar multimedia design and development. The course will provide you with diploma award. sound structured working methods and help establish strong critical judgement. You will work from both a practical and STUDY OPTIONS theoretical perspective to develop creative digital media design Full-time: 2 years skills to a professional level. This year has a special focus on 2D and 3D graphic design and modelling and you will experience larger scale group projects that will provide key skills in project management, applied to industry client problems. Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK Year 4 A major component of the Honours year is a self-directed individual project in your chosen specialist area. The project provides you with an opportunity to expand your visual communication, practical design and technical skills. Students work developing a range of digital media products that embrace interaction design, screen design and animation, video, digital image making and authoring. Topics studied include 3D animation and interaction, audio and video production and effects and mobile application design. A range of electives allow you an opportunity to specialise in an area of interest.

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a clear future | 93 sCHOOL OF engineering

OUR COURSES Mechanical Engineering 98 Mechanical and Offshore Engineering 100 Mechanical and Electrical Engineering 102 Electronic and Electrical Engineering 104

94 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS SCHOOL OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENGINEERING MENG SQA Higher An Engineering degree is a well recognised springboard ABBB to include Maths and either Physics or Technological to a range of high-profile careers in many aspects of Studies, one of which must be at Grade A. Standard Grade business and industry. The School of Engineering is English at Grade 3 or above is required if not held at Higher. situated at our Garthdee campus, in the energy capital of Europe. This is the perfect environment for your GCE A Level engineering studies, with oil and gas, renewables and BBC to include Maths and either Physics or Engineering or engineering-related industries right on your doorstep. Design and Technology. GCSE English at Grade C or above is required if not held at A Level. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher AB2B2B2 to include Maths and either Physics or Robert Gordon University graduates are in the Technological Studies, one of which must be at Grade A. top five earners for mechanical engineering, Ordinary Level English at Grade C1 or above is required if electrical and electronic engineering, as well as not held at Higher. engineering and technology. IB Diploma The Sunday Times University Guide (2010) 29 to include Maths and Physics/Technological Studies at Higher Level. One of these subjects must be at Grade 6 and one at Grade 5. English is required at a minimum of Standard Level Grade 4. FLEXIBLE AND INNOVATIVE BENG (HONS) We appreciate that it may be difficult for you to pinpoint right SQA Higher now the exact direction you wish to follow in your studies and BBBB to include Maths and Physics or Technological in your subsequent career. That’s why we have made our Studies. Standard Grade English at Grade 3 or above is undergraduate course programmes as flexible as possible, to required if not held at Higher. allow you to choose the right direction for you in engineering. You can easily transfer between Engineering disciplines up to GCE A Level the start of your second semester. BCC to include Maths and Physics or Engineering or Design and Technology plus GCSE English at Grade C or INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS above if not held at A Level. We have a proven track record of working in collaboration Irish Leaving Certificate Higher with industry and have established strong relationships with B2B2B2B2 to include Maths and Physics or Technological employers. As a result, many companies offer our students Studies plus Ordinary Level English at Grade C1 or above if placements and scholarships, which often lead to not held at Higher. employment upon graduation. Working with our partners in IB Diploma industry, we have a dedicated Faculty Placement Office which 28 to include Maths and Physics/Technological Studies at has many years’ experience of finding work-placements for Higher Level Grade 5 plus English is required at a minimum our students, both for the summer months and for a complete of Standard Level Grade 4. calendar year. Details are listed under each course. Degree Link Programme EXPERT KNOWLEDGE A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges may be Our staff boast a wide range of qualifications, experience and considered for year 3 entry. expertise and this is reflected in the portfolio of innovative and flexible degree programmes on offer. They are also successfully engaging in research, consultancy and the provision of specialist courses for industry. This ensures that the School maintains a current and relevant involvement in all aspects of the engineering profession.

a clear future | 95 PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION FURTHER STUDY A strong indicator of the quality and relevance of our We have a number of MSc courses on offer ranging from courses is our excellent record of accreditation from Petroleum Engineering to Oil and Gas Engineering allowing professional organisations. you to develop your knowledge and expertise within a Accreditation means that our courses have passed stringent specific field. quality tests and ensures our graduates are eligible to gain For students aiming for a PhD, we have an excellent further professional qualifications such as Chartered Engineer reputation in research activity with research studentships status. The concept of accreditation (approval by one of the available. Visit our website to find out more. member institutions of the Engineering Council) is central LabVIEW Academy & Industrial Instrumentation to the thinking of the School. Another tool available at your finger tips is our Centre of Excellence for Industrial Instrumentation Engineering qualifications explained: and LabVIEW Academy. MEng This innovative programme has been designed to bridge These programmes provide you with the full academic the recognised gap between state-of-the-art technology, requirements for Chartered Engineer status, which is the academia and current industry requirements in the area of highest professional qualification for an Engineer. applied instrumentation. On graduation you will be eligible We offer an intensive fast-track four-year MEng course to to attend the LabVIEW Academy two-week programme. selected students, allowing completion in 48 months. This is For more details about start dates and fees, visit possible by using the summer months following the third and www.rgu.ac.uk/labview fourth years of academic study for industrial placement and learning. The standard five-year MEng is also available for the three Mechanical Engineering courses. BEng (Hons) The BEng (Hons) is a four-year course which, together with further study at Masters level, satisfies the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Students who demonstrate an aptitude which is above average may transfer onto an MEng course at the end of year 2, and then may complete the MEng in a further three years, or less for the fast-track course.

PART-TIME STUDY OPTIONS All of our Engineering courses are available on a part-time basis. Please contact us for further information [email protected] BSc (Eng) This qualification applies to the part-time evening class courses in Mechanical Engineering and Electronic and Electrical Engineering. These courses draw on the specialist expertise of the staff in the School of Engineering.

96 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Drilling and Advanced Rig Training (DART) Simulator In association with KCA Deutag Our innovative DART simulator provides a full-scale reproduction of an offshore platform or land rig. 3D graphics of the rig’s drill floor are projected onto a 60ft long cinema screen. As the student operates the equipment, the simulation depicts realistic graphics and sound effects to simulate what the driller would see and hear on the rig. This allows students to learn important health and safety procedures in a safe and controlled environment. It’s used by our postgraduate students – you may become one of them in a few years’ time!

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 97 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MENG/BENG (HONS) Mechanical Engineering encompasses the design, SCHOLARSHIPS construction and operation of machines, structures Locally-based companies recognise the value of an and industrial plant used in a very wide range of engineering education at Robert Gordon University and they industries. Mechanical engineers are constantly have made available a range of scholarships to financially striving to produce safer, durable, cheaper, useful and support selected undergraduate students. Please visit more efficient machines and mechanical systems to www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships for more information. benefit us all. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION These can range from small components to extremely large plant, machinery or vehicles. Mechanical The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by the Institution engineers must have the ability to work methodically of Mechanical Engineers. The MEng provides you with the and logically to solve real-life problems in the face full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. of conflicting requirements. The BEng (Hons) course requires further study at Masters level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered The different pathways that are available on this degree Engineer status. will allow you to choose the engineering subjects you are interested in, and customise the course to meet your own particular interests and career aspirations. The first two years are common to all three of our Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of year 2, you can make an informed decision about which route you wish to follow. CAREER OPTIONS

PLACEMENT Our graduates are highly sought after, and many gain employment in the global oil and gas engineering sector. The ‘fast-track’ version of the MEng course involves summer However, opportunities also exist in many other areas of industrial placements following years 3 and 4, enabling mechanical engineering such as aerospace, transport, marine completion of an MEng in 48 months. Eligibility for the technology, health and bioengineering. Our graduates are fast-track MEng is dependent on suitable placements being employed in roles such as: senior technical engineer, available and on minimum year 2 grade requirements. design engineer, commissioning engineer, project engineer, contracts manager and principal mechanical engineer.

“ I am honoured to have been awarded the REWARDING FMC scholarship. It will give me the opportunity to gain valuable experience of working in an engineering environment. SCHOLARSHIPS Gaining this scholarship will be highly beneficial to my career in this industry.” Steven Nicol, Mechanical and Offshore Engineering

98 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS H304 – MEng

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY UCAS H301 – BENG (Hons) Year 1 Maths 1A • Statics and Dynamics • Introduction to Electrical ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Engineering • Professional Skills • Maths 1B • Introduction See page 95 to Design, Materials and Manufacture • Thermofluids 1 • Product Development STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years/5 years Year 2 Maths 2A • Mechanics of Solids • Thermofluids 2 • Mechanical Engineering Design 1 • Dynamics • Mechanical Engineering Design 2 • Introduction to Electronics • Want to know more? Visit Electrical Power WWW.RGU.AC.UK/ENGINEERING Year 3 Maths 3A • Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control • Environmental Engineering • Project Management, Team Working and Leadership • Engineering Analysis 1 • Industrial Plant • Renewable Energy Systems • Group Project MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 4 Engineering Analysis 2 • Failure Analysis • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Systems Engineering • Plant Performance • Control and Instrumentation • BEng: Honours Project (double module) • MEng: Individual Project (double module) MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Engineering Analysis 3 • Quality Management for Engineers • Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 5 5-Year MEng only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Advanced Thermofluids •Quality Management for Engineers • Engineering Analysis 3 • Materials and Corrosion Science • MEng Group Project (double module)

Did you know the snowboard was invented by an engineer?

Steven Nicol (centre)

a clear future | 99 MECHANICAL AND OFFSHORE ENGINEERING MENG/BENG (HONS) This course includes the core aspects of the Mechanical SCHOLARSHIPS Engineering course and combines it with a specialism Locally-based companies recognise the value of an in Offshore Engineering. engineering education at Robert Gordon University and they Offshore Engineering involves the study of oil and gas have made available a range of scholarships to financially exploration and recovery, platform design, pipelines, support selected undergraduate students. Please visit down-hole instrumentation and energy transformation. www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships for more information. Aberdeen is the Energy Capital of Europe, and the School of Engineering is an international focus for the many PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION technologies associated with energy. The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. The MEng provides you with the Mechanical and offshore engineers must have the ability full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. to work methodically and logically to solve real-life problems The BEng (Hons) course requires further study at Masters in the face of conflicting requirements. hisT course will equip level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered you with the skills needed to face these challenges and Engineer status. prepare you for your future career. The first two years are common to all three of our Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of year 2, you can make an informed decision about which route you wish to follow.

PLACEMENT CAREER OPTIONS The ‘fast-track’ version of the MEng course involves summer Our graduates are highly sought after and many of them industrial placements following years 3 and 4, enabling gain employment in the global oil and gas engineering sector. completion of an MEng in 48 months. Eligibility for this route Our graduates are now employed in roles such as: marine will be confirmed at the end of year 2. Eligibility for the engineer, senior well engineer, drilling manager, specialist fast-track MEng is dependent on suitable placements being drilling engineer, petroleum engineer, rig manager, subsea available and on minimum year 2 grade requirements. engineer and business analyst.

“My Engineering degree provided the solid foundation from which I was able to launch STEP INTO my career.”

Graduate, Melissa Clare became the first A GREAT woman (at the age of 30) to take charge of a CAREER North Sea oil rig.

100 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS H351 – MEng

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY UCAS H350 – BEng (HONS) Year 1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Maths 1A • Statics and Dynamics • Introduction to Electrical See page 95 Engineering • Professional Skills • Maths 1B • Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture • Thermofluids 1 • STUDY OPTIONS Product Development Full-time: 4 years/5 years Year 2 Maths 2A • Mechanics of Solids • Thermofluids 2 • Mechanical Engineering Design 1 • Dynamics • Mechanical Engineering TALK TO OUR STUDENTS ON FACEBOOK Design 2 • Introduction to Electronics • Electrical Power WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ROBERTGORDONUNIVERSITY Year 3 Maths 3A • Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control • Environmental Engineering • Project Management, Team Working and Leadership • Engineering Analysis 1 • Industrial Plant • Offshore Engineering • Group Project MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 4 Engineering Analysis 2 • Oil and Gas Engineering A • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Oil and Gas Engineering B • Plant Performance • Control and Instrumentation • BEng: Honours Project (double module) • MEng: Individual Project (double module) MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Engineering Analysis 3 • Quality Management for Engineers • Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 5 5-Year MEng only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Advanced Thermofluids • Quality Management for Engineers • Engineering Analysis 3 • Materials and Corrosion Science • MEng Group Project (double module)

Approximately 38 billion barrels of oil equivalent (boe) have been produced from UK offshore areas in the last forty years

a clear future | 101 MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MENG/BENG (HONS) There is a great demand in industry for engineering SCHOLARSHIPS graduates that have a broad range of knowledge, Locally-based companies recognise the value of an covering both Mechanical and Electrical Engineering engineering education at Robert Gordon University and they disciplines. This course includes the core aspects have made available a range of scholarships to financially of the Mechanical Engineering course and combines support selected undergraduate students. Please visit it with a specialism in Electrical Engineering. www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships for more information. Mechanical Engineering is concerned with the design, construction and operation of machines, structures and PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION industrial plant used in a very wide range of industries. The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by the Institution Electrical Engineering involves the technology of power of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering generation and transmission, electrical generators, motors, and Technology. The MEng provides you with the full the development and operation of renewable energy academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The schemes and environmentally-friendly engineering systems. BEng course requires further study at Masters level to satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The first two years are common to all three of our Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of year 2, you can make an informed decision about which route you wish to follow.

PLACEMENT The ‘fast-track’ version of the MEng course involves summer CAREER OPTIONS industrial placements following years 3 and 4, enabling Our graduates are highly sought after and many of them gain completion of an MEng in 48 months. Eligibility for this route employment in the global oil and gas engineering sector. will be confirmed at the end of year 2. Eligibility for the However, opportunities also exist in many other areas of fast-track MEng is dependent on suitable placements being mechanical engineering such as aerospace, transport, marine available and on minimum year 2 grade requirements. technology, health and bioengineering. Career pathways for graduates include: mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, design engineer, project engineer and risk and safety engineer.

“ Over the years, we have been continually impressed by the calibre of the students CONNECT we have employed as a result of the University’s placement programme.” WITH Morven Spalding, Senior Manager – FUTURE Organisational Development, Aker Solutions EMPLOYERS

102 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS H300 – MENG

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY UCAS HH36 – BENG (Hons) Year 1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Maths 1A • Statics and Dynamics • Introduction to Electrical Engineering • Professional Skills • Maths 1B • Introduction to See page 95 Design, Materials and Manufacture • Thermofluids 1 • Product Development STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years/5 years Year 2 Maths 2A • Mechanics of Solids • Thermofluids 2 • Mechanical Engineering Design 1 • Dynamics • Mechanical Engineering Design 2 • Introduction to Electronics • Electrical Power Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK/ENGINEERINGPLACEMENTS Year 3 Maths 3A • Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control • Electrical Machines and Drives 1 • Project Management, Team Working and Leadership • Engineering Analysis 1 • Industrial Plant • Electrical Power and Energy Systems • Group Project MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 4 Engineering Analysis 2 • Electrical Machines and Drives 2 • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Power Systems Analysis and Protection • Plant Performance • Control and Instrumentation • BEng: Honours Project (double module) OR MEng: Individual Project (double module) MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Engineering Analysis 3 • Quality Management for Engineers • Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 5 5-Year MEng only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Advanced Thermofluids • Quality Management for Engineers • Engineering Analysis 3 • Materials and Corrosion Science • MEng Group Project (double module)

a clear future | 103 ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MENG/BENG (HONS) Electronic and Electrical Engineering drives the technology PLACEMENT of today and the future. Graduates from professionally The ‘fast-track’ version of the MEng course involves summer accredited courses are in demand from industry to become industrial placements following years 3 and 4, enabling tomorrow’s chartered engineers and fill key roles in completion of an MEng in 48 months. Eligibility for this route industry. Our graduates are highly sought after, will be confirmed at the end of year 2. progressing directly to challenging and rewarding careers. SCHOLARSHIPS On our course you will meet the breadth of the discipline from microelectronics to electrical power engineering. Electronic Locally-based companies recognise the value of an Engineering covers analogue and digital design with integrated engineering education at Robert Gordon University and they circuits applied to robotics, instrumentation, computer and have made available a range of scholarships to financially communication systems. Electrical Engineering involves power support selected undergraduate students. Please visit generation and transmission, electrical motors and renewable www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships for more information. energy. In years 1 and 2 you will study a range of topics to form a solid grounding in electronic and electrical engineering. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION Introductions to communications and computer engineering will The MEng and BEng courses have an unbroken record of broaden your knowledge. accreditation by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). The MEng provides you with the full academic In the later stages of the course, in addition to developing in the requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Graduates of core areas of electronic and electrical engineering you will have the opportunity to widen your opportunities and develop accredited BEng courses require further study at Masters level to specialist skills through a variety of elective modules in the areas satisfy the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status. of: optical and radio communications, data networks, software engineering, electrical power, machines, energy systems, renewables and offshore engineering.

To put into practical application what you have learnt in lectures, CAREER OPTIONS you will be involved in challenging team projects in years 1, 2 and Electronic and Electrical Engineering graduates have pursued 3 that integrate your knowledge and develop your creativity and careers in the design, development and operation of electronic problem solving skills. Many projects involve robotics, ranging and electrical systems in robotics, automotive systems, oil and from simple line-following robots to underwater robots (ROVs) gas engineering, power generation and utilisation, renewable and autonomous sumo wrestling robots. This is underpinned by energy, marine technology, consumer equipment and complex the development of professional and communications skills, project management, team-working and leadership. The major control systems for industry, as well as a range of opportunities individual project in year 4 allows you to develop a personal in the telecommunications industries. specialism, with many students on both MEng and BEng courses working on projects with an industrial link.

of practical work, even extending beyond the PROFESSIONAL electronics industry, gave me a wider understanding of industry requirements and challenges. During my career I have often TEACHING reflected back to what I learnt and it still helps “ As part of my studies we heard from lots me in my day-to-day role.” of external industry experts who gave us an insight into practical applications of what we Richard Moir, Technical Director Cisco Systems Ltd were studying. The ability to do a large amount

104 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS H600 – MENG

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY UCAS H606 – BENG (HONS) Year 1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Introduction to Electrical Engineering • Maths 1A • Statics and See page 95 Dynamics • Professional Skills • Introduction to Electronics • Maths 1B • Introduction to Computer Engineering • Product Development STUDY OPTIONS Year 2 Full-time: 4 years/5 years Electronics 2 • Electrical Systems • Microprocessors and Microcontrollers • Maths 2 • Electrical Power • Introduction to Telecommunications • Applied Management • Design Exercise Year 3 Electronics 3 • Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control • Electrical Machines and Drives 1 • Computer Architecture • Project Management, Teamworking and Leadership • Elective (Data Networks or Offshore Engineering or Principles of Management) • Elective (Electrical Power and Energy Systems or Object Oriented Software Development) • Group Project MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Pre-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 4 Advanced Electronics • Control and Signal Processing • Advanced Computer Architecture • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management (BEng only) • Quality Management for Engineers (5 year MEng only) • Elective (Advanced Data Networks or Power Systems Analysis and Protection or Renewable Energy Systems) • Elective (Optical and Radio Communications or Electrical Machines and Drives) • BEng Honours Project (double module) or MEng Individual Project (double module) MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only – Advanced Signal Processing and Systems Analysis • Reliability and Risk Management • Quality Management for Engineers • Post-Project Industrial Placement (double module) Year 5 5-Year MEng only – Principles of Asset Management • Socially Responsible Management • Real-Time Embedded Systems • MEng Group Project (double module) • Safety, Risk and Reliability Management • Internet Security • Advanced Signal Processing & Systems Analysis (Please note, Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng students will normally take the fast track route. Consequently year 5 may not be on offer.) Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK/ENGINEERINGCAREERS

a clear future | 105 GRAY’S SCHOOL O F ART

OUR COURSES Painting 108 Contemporary Art Practice Moving Image/Photography/Printmaking/Sculpture 110 Fashion and Textile Design 112 Communication Design Graphics/Illustration/Photography 114 Three Dimensional Design Ceramics and Glass/Jewellery/Product Design 116 Commercial Photography 118

ART ATTACK In 2012, Gray’s art materials shop sold 49 gallons of paint and 12 miles of cartridge paper.

106 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS GRAY’S SCHOOL Key facts OF ART ENTRY requirements Gray’s is a vibrant Art School with a long-established record of educating and developing creative practitioners Year 1 Entry who have a real impact on our regional and international SQA Higher economies. As a student at Gray’s you will gain the BBC to include Art / Design and English specialist knowledge and practical experience that you (or a subject requiring the use of English). need to excel within today’s creative industries, as well GCE A Level as transferable, professional skills. BC to include Art / Design and English We provide a friendly, collaborative and healthily competitive (or a subject requiring the use of English). learning environment that will develop your skills, challenge Irish Leaving Certificate Higher your ideas and grow your confidence. heT intimate size of B2B2C1 to include Visual Arts and English Gray’s creates a strong community and atmosphere, which is (or a subject requiring the use of English). both stimulating and welcoming; our staff are friendly and IB Diploma approachable and go out of their way to encourage and build 24 to include Visual Arts and English at Higher level your confidence and growing professionalism. Our students (or a subject requiring the use of English). tell us they find their tutors extremely supportive and All suitably qualified applicants will be interviewed. Portfolio knowledgeable. We are the only art school in Scotland in guidance can be downloaded from the RGU website at which students can still obtain specialist awards in ceramics www.rgu.ac.uk/portfolio and printmaking, reflecting Gray’s continued commitment to strong regional heritage and focus on craft skills, sitting ADVANCED Entry alongside contemporary technologies. Suitable qualifications for entry to Year 2 or above may include a relevant HND or Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art & Design, APPLICATION PROCEDURES Art, Design & Media). As part of our continuing drive to ensure that our courses All advanced entry applicants will be asked to submit a mini reflect the changing needs of today’s creative industries, we portfolio. Applicants who successfully pass this stage of the have made improvements to our course structure and entry selection process will be invited to attend an interview. Portfolio routes. We have made the application process simpler too! guidance can be downloaded from the RGU website at You will be able to apply directly to the course of your choice. www.rgu.ac.uk/portfolio When enrolled on to your chosen course there will be an opportunity for you to customise your experience through NON STANDARD Entry specialist practice. Those who may not hold the standard qualifications, are encouraged to apply if they can evidence other appropriate life Many of the courses provide you with a broad umbrella under and work experiences. Such candidates are advised to contact which you can begin your studies, before allowing you to the University during Open Days or the Visit Afternoons for gradually tailor your experience. further advice and guidance. A folio of work is still a For instance, if you want to study BA (Hons) Communication requirement for this type of candidate. Design, this course will allow you to customise your final award. Your final degree award title could be: BA (Hons) Communication Design (Photography) or BA (Hons) Communication Design (Graphics) or BA (Hons) Communication Design (Illustration) or BA (Hons) Communication Design – if your work spans more than one specialism. If you look through the following pages, you will be able to see the flexibility of this structure and the way in which the courses WHAT YOU WILL STUDY can meet your needs. FOR FULL COURSE DESCRIPTOR, Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK/GRAYS2014 Please contact us if you need any advice or guidance [email protected] +44 (0)1224 262728.

a clear future | 107 PAINTING BA (HONS) This course offers a challenging opportunity to study both the technical and contextual aspects of traditional and contemporary painting. Through a mixed sequence of objective and subjective projects, which explore the grammar and forms of painting, the course develops an informed context to extemporise and develop a personal expression, as well as a fuller understanding of the subject. The taught drawing programme is a key element of the course. You will be learning in an environment that encourages personal expression and interpretation as well as collaborative activity. As a result, you will be able to study and develop your full creative potential, both critically and practically, in the context of the contemporary visual art world. Our Painting graduates have been highly successful in achieving a diverse range of national awards, from a BAFTA (for a music video) to the established Florence Scholarships. Many have also studied at prestigious postgraduate schools, including the Slade and the Royal College of Art.

“SPD has worked with Gray’s School of Art for the last couple of years producing the BUSINESS hugely successful Annual Painting Awards Exhibition for 2nd and 3rd year Painting PARTNERSHIPS students. The exhibition not only benefits the students but also brings the Art School The course hosts a number of competitions to the attention of our clients and business and commissions throughout the year in partners which in turn encourages them to collaboration with the business community. engage with the city’s creative community.” SPD Ltd is one of our current sponsors. Alex MacDonald, Group Managing Director at SPD

108 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS W120 CAREER OPTIONS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Graduates may undertake residencies and public projects in See page 107 collaboration with architects and local councils. Our graduates are well equipped for employment in a diverse STUDY OPTIONS range of jobs, from painting full time and gallery-related work, Full-time: 4 years to teaching and critical writing. Others find their transferable skills appropriate for careers in art media, music, television PLACEMENT and film-related work. An optional work placement in year 3, semester 2.

STUDY ABROAD There are international exchange opportunities in year 3, semester 2.

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during an average degree show around500 pieces of artwork are exhibited

Sharon Bonnar

a clear future | 109 CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICE, BA (HONS) MOVING IMAGE/PHOTOGRAPHY/PRINTMAKING/SCULPTURE

This course offers a broad and dynamic experience that enables you to develop a visual art practice, relevant and meaningful to your personal ideas and aspirations. Central to the course philosophy is the belief that interaction, dialogue and critical reflection are key to developing engagement with, and understanding of, the cultural, social, political and philosophical contexts for the production and consumption of contemporary art. The curriculum is designed around the acquisition of five key Ade Adessina skills sets: developmental, technical, intellectual, contextual and professional, with the aim of nurturing a working practice that identifies preferred working methods and hones practical skills alongside critical thinking and contextual understanding. Year 1 introduces a variety of approaches to thinking and making across a range of media relative to drawing, visualising, moving image, photography, printmaking and sculpture. As you progress through years 2 and 3 your studio activity will be informed by your emerging practice: some may choose to specialise in one of these four core areas whilst others may opt for a more hybrid combination. Reflecting the diversity of methods and contexts that contemporary artists engage with, your practice may also embrace aspects of drawing, installation, performance, sound or critical writing.

Neil Cobban

“Doing an internship at PACE Editions, New York was an amazing experience. Working REWARDING in a professional, creative workshop environment alongside practicing artists placements and printmakers gave me valuable insight into how the art world works. It inspired and motivated me to think about my During her 3rd year Kate Fahey undertook a ambitions within Gray’s School of Art and one month placement at PACE Editions in in the future. The whole experience New York, one of the world’s leading fine changed how I feel about my practice and art printmaking workshops. Placements broadened my horizons as to the were also undertaken at Edinburgh possibilities of what I can achieve as an Printmakers Workshop and The Scottish artist.” Sculpture Workshop. Kate Fahey

110 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS WW61 At the start of year 4 you will make an informed decision as to the nature of your Honours project which will be reflected in ENTRY REQUIREMENTS your final award title allowing you to graduate with a: See page 107 BA (Hons) Contemporary Art Practice, Moving Image or STUDY OPTIONS BA (Hons) Contemporary Art Practice, Photography or Full-time: 4 years BA (Hons) Contemporary Art Practice, Printmaking or PLACEMENT BA (Hons) Contemporary Art Practice, Sculpture An optional work placement in year 3, semester 2. Those working across media may graduate with the final award title of BA (Hons) Contemporary Art Practice. STUDY ABROAD There are international exchange opportunities in year 3, CAREER OPTIONS semester 2. The course aims to equip you with core skills and aptitude for employment in a wide variety of careers. You may develop your individual creative practice through exhibitions, residencies, public art projects and many other forms of arts-related activity. Options include independent production, publishing, advertising, curatorial and archive work, picture research, video and TV, arts administration, teaching and community arts.

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Laura Duncan

a clear future | 111 FASHION and TEXTILE DESIGN BA (HONS) This course encourages an extensive understanding of the creative, critical and technical skills related to your chosen specialism within Fashion and Textile Design. Students are supported to develop their own pathway within the specialism and to develop the skills necessary to pursue a career within today’s dynamic fashion and textile professions, across a wide range of industry sectors. Design creativity, business and market awareness will be at the core of your projects. A particular strength of the course is the overlapping of fashion and textile areas, creating design solutions that are reflective of the career opportunities for fashion and textiles graduates. You are encouraged to express a personal design signature whilst responding to a range of studio and workshop-based projects. Many of your projects will be in partnership with industry or you will be designing for particular niche markets, providing a very ‘real’ experience of how the role of the designer impacts on and responds to the consumer. Study is focused on research methods, visualisation, including CAD, design process, critical and contextual studies, marketing and professional studies. The course has well established links with industry enabling the students to gain valuable experience of professional practice. Live projects, international study visits, industrial placements and design competitions provide an awareness of context and develop professional skills. In your third year you will make an informed decision as to which area you wish to specialise in, whether Fashion or Textiles, in preparation for your Honours project and the Degree Show. Jenny Morning

Competition sponsored by BP, the design partnership quickly flourished where their AWARD business idea attracted £10,000 from private investors who saw the potential in this WINNING entrepreneurial start-up company. They also won a place on the Scottish Cultural Enterprise’s STUDENTS Fashion Foundry programme, which enabled them to set up their own studio in Glasgow. The Toni Roddie and Emma Noble established their company have now launched their first collection own luxury high-end womenswear label ‘Saunt & attracting interest from both British and European Sinner’ immediately after graduation in 2012. retailers and the American and Japanese markets. Through entering the University’s New Ideas

112 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS W291 Your chosen specialisation will be reflected in your final award title allowing you to graduate with a: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS See page 107 BA (Hons) Fashion & Textile Design or BA (Hons) Fashion & Textile Design (Fashion) or STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years BA (Hons) Fashion & Textile Design (Textiles) PLACEMENT An optional work placement in year 3, semester 1. CAREER OPTIONS Our graduates are creative and passionate about fashion STUDY ABROAD and textiles. Career opportunities include fashion and textiles There are international exchange opportunities in year 3, design within industry, self-employed designer-maker and semester 2. related fashion and textiles opportunities in marketing, buying and promotion. Recent graduate employment destinations include: freelance designer, designer-maker, studio textile designer, CAD designer, knitwear designer, Want to know more? accessories designer, buyer, colour forecasting/predictions. Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK

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the gray’s art shop sells different colours 55of cotton thread Iain MacDonald

a clear future | 113 COMMUNICATION DESIGN, BA (HONS) GRAPHICS/ILLUSTRATION/PHOTOGRAPHY

This course encourages an extensive understanding The course has excellent links with industry, ensuring students of Communication Design leading towards a focused gain relevant experience and develop the necessary skills study in your chosen specialism. Students are supported required of today’s communication designers. Subjects to develop the creative, critical and technical skills include: design principles, processes and methods; graphics, necessary to pursue a career within today’s ever- illustration and photography; typography, print, editorial, book evolving communication design professions, across and advertising design; branding, packaging, information and a wide range of industry sectors. The curriculum motion graphics; video, moving image and web design. is focused on developing ideas and problem-solving In third year, you can make an informed decision as to skills via a process of self-directed study, research, which area you wish to specialise in, in preparation for your experimentation, creativity, innovation and enterprise. fourth-year Honours project and the Degree Show. Your Through the investigation of traditional techniques and the chosen specialisation will be reflected in your final award title, latest digital technologies, the syllabus explores the application allowing you to graduate with a: of graphics, illustration and photography by way of studio BA (Hons) Communication Design or based multi-disciplinary practice, whilst competition briefs and BA (Hons) Communication Design, Graphics or industry-led projects place an emphasis on the professional and commercial setting. Open plan studios enable students BA (Hons) Communication Design, Illustration or across specialisms to work alongside each other creating BA (Hons) Communication Design, Photography a vibrant learning environment through shared learning experiences. Studio activities are supported and enriched by a programme of critical theory-based study exploring design culture and context through a series of lectures and seminars with further opportunities to participate in international study WHAT YOU WILL STUDY trips and industry-based placements with leading companies FOR FULL COURSE DESCRIPTOR, Visit and designers. WWW.RGU.AC.UK/GRAYS2014

Starting out in 2012. She was also awarded a Starter After participating in a collaborative project for 6 grant to advance the development brief with STV Creative, Marta Noworyta of her imaginative new products for won the annual Communication Design the marketplace. Initiative Award and was offered a 10-week work placement. Marta was also shortlisted Creative Industries for the RGU ‘Placement of the Year Award’ Our Enterprise Partners Network and after graduation went on to gain includes the Scottish Institute for employment with STV in their creative Enterprise, Enterprise North East Trust, advertising and design department. NESTA and Freelance World who all offer additional support and guidance to Enterprise and Innovation students with entrepreneurial aspirations Simone Russell was selected to exhibit in an effort to encourage graduates to in the Design for Democracy Exhibition at start up new businesses within the local the Scottish Parliament and the V&A creative economy.

114 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS WW26 CAREER OPTIONS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Recent graduates are currently employed in a variety of roles See page 107 by leading companies across a wide range of commercial sectors including publishing, graphic and web design, STUDY OPTIONS broadcasting and advertising. Several have established their Full-time: 4 years own design consultancies while others are working as freelance designers, illustrators and photographers for major PLACEMENT design consultancies and media organisations such as An optional work placement in year 3, semester 2. the BBC and Channel 4. A number have extended their academic understanding through further study at the STUDY ABROAD Royal College of Art and other postgraduate institutions. There are international exchange opportunities in year 3, semester 2.

Joanne Dodd

Richie MacIver The Nike swoosh was designed by Carolyn Davidson in 1971, while she was a student at Portland State University

Anna Dunn

a clear future | 115 THREE DIMENSIONAL DESIGN, BA (HONS) CERAMICS and glass/JEWELLERY/product DESIGN

The Three Dimensional Design gives you the opportunity to explore the disciplines of Ceramics and Glass, Jewellery and Product Design. The course allows you to develop a wide range of Three Dimensional Design skills, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of professional design practice.

The course is uniquely equipped to develop highly employable Caption graduates with the skills necessary to operate in this changing and increasingly demanding working environment, from the individual designer-maker, freelance product designer or team member in multidisciplinary consultancies. Study is underpinned by research, design and visualisation methods Catriona Munro including CAD. Design culture and context are examined through lectures and seminars, with study trips to, and visits from, leading designers and companies. Live projects, international study visits, industrial placements and design competitions provide an awareness of context and develop professional skills. In your third year you will make an informed decision as to which area you wish to specialise in, in preparation for your fourth-year Honours project and the Degree Show. Your chosen specialisation will be reflected in your final award title allowing you to graduate with a: BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design or BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design, Ceramics and Glass or BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design, Jewellery or BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design, Product Design

Robyn Reid

“My dissertation is based on memories and how an object can hold a memory for an the learning individual, which has really helped with my final year practical glass work. I’m quite experience surprised and proud of how much I’ve learned at Gray’s. I’ve learned a lot and just “The whole design process is a learning want to keep learning.” experience. The tutors are excellent and really got me out of my comfort zone. They Helane Davidson, Glass Designer encouraged me to explore routes I didn’t know existed.” Fraser Stubbs, Product Designer

116 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS W290 CAREER OPTIONS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Many of our graduates are now working as designers within See page 107 a wide range of companies and as self-employed jewellers, product designers, ceramicists and interior design consultants. STUDY OPTIONS This course is equipped to provide you with the transferable Full-time: 4 years design and business skills necessary to operate confidently in an ever-changing design, creative industries or design PLACEMENT management related career. A number of graduates have An optional work placement in year 3, semester 2. extended their academic experience through further study at the Royal College of Art and other postgraduate institutions. STUDY ABROAD There are international exchange opportunities in year 3, semester 2.

Audrey Gunn

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Callum Fisher

a clear future | 117 COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY BA This one-year course is designed to improve your photographic skills in a professional and student-driven environment. You will have the opportunity to test your skills within a choice of supported topic themes which are linked to live projects and industry liaison. The final major project allows for concentration on a specific theme, enabling you to develop a professional portfolio ready for promotion and exhibition. The practical studio curriculum is supported by theoretical work to underpin your understanding of the context of photography in today’s culture and creative economy. Business studies activities will support your practical understanding of the industry and enable you to develop the business acumen needed to start your own creative business.

CAREER OPTIONS You will gain the skills and confidence that are needed to become a successful self-employed freelance photographer. The fields that are covered will allow you to explore the following: advertising, corporate, food, fashion and sport (studio-based and location-based).

Rachael Gardiner Sammon

“My learning processes have improved as DEVELOP much as my photography. The single biggest benefit that I take away is that I now have the confidence to tackle any YOUR PASSION learning project within my own intellectual capacity. I now know how to learn. There is a term for this process: Education.”

Mike Dunbar

118 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS W641 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Commercial Studio Projects will allow you to expand upon A relevant Photographic HND from one of our partner practical and technical abilities in studio- and location-based FE colleges is required. Suitable applicants will be invited projects linked to live clients, industry and commerce. to attend an interview and present a portfolio of work. Through self-directed work you will concentrate on your core strengths to build a professional portfolio of work. INTERVIEW/PORTFOLIO REVIEW Critical and Contextual Studies in Photography will support Suitable applicants will be invited in with their portfolio your understanding of photography through historical, for an informal review/discussion with academic staff. cultural and economic dimensions, exploring the work of This allows students to meet staff, see the teaching key practitioners. environment and allows the School to explore your Business Start-up in the Creative Industries and Management ambitions through informal discussion. You may also Studies will allow you to develop sound business awareness be invited to attend an interview. to support your business development. STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 1 year

Stewart Paterson

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a clear future | 119 THE SCOTT SUTHERLAND SCHOOL

OUR COURSES Architectural Technology 122 Architecture 124 Construction Management 126 Surveying 128

CARDBOARD CITY Thousands of architectural models are made by our students each year, each taking anywhere between 30 mins and 6 weeks to complete.

120 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment

We combine innovative thinking with new technologies Supportive Environment and traditional practice across all aspects of building The intimate scale of our School is important, as it creates design and construction. a close relationship between staff and students – our students We’re passionate about producing graduates who have are not anonymous faces, but are individuals who we get not only expert knowledge, but also the skills to apply it to know quickly. Our staff are approachable, creating appropriately and creatively. a supportive learning environment that allows you to realise your full potential. You’ll find our graduates establishing their own practices The processes involved in the creation of our built environment or working on projects around the world, from the landmark are diverse and complex, demanding the skills of a range Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur to super-casinos in of professionals with expertise in specific areas. You will Las Vegas. undertake elements of interdisciplinary work during your To view profiles of some of our successful graduates, visit studies, serving to broaden your understanding of the roles, www.rgu.ac.uk/50anniversary responsibilities and skills of other key professionals. We believe that quality results from strong teamwork, with each Industry Links contributor sharing the vision for the completed project and The professional world relating to the built environment is respecting the roles of others. rapidly changing, demanding graduates who are equipped Our End of Year Show takes place every summer and with sound knowledge and advanced practical skills in order showcases the best work from students across all of our to succeed. As such, our close links with industry are vital. undergraduate courses. The exhibition is open to the public These links include: assistance in the development of courses and features work from students in each year of study. and course content; contribution to courses through lectures, Our award-winning student society, 57o10, organises events reviews and case study material; student sponsorship and including a lecture series featuring talks by high-profile and prizes and employment of students on industrial placements. inspiring designers, offering additional insight into the link All of our undergraduate courses carry professional between education and practice. accreditation. These come from a range of bodies including: Royal Institute of British Architects; Architects Registration Research Board; Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists; We’re dedicated to the design and construction of high Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors; and Association quality buildings that both speak of our time and are relevant of Building Engineers. for the future. Major research activities carried out by our staff include affordable and environmentally friendly Facilities housing, Universal Design and Smart Homes and the Located in our inspiring parkland setting, our School boasts application of computer-based expert systems within the purpose-built studio spaces and IT suites. There’s a hand-tool construction industry. workshop where you can learn and perfect techniques, with additional heavier tool workshops also available at the nearby Gray’s School of Art. The campus library offers easy access to current and comprehensive collections of journals, reports and books, as well as all the electronic resources you’ll need to learn, experiment and share ideas. VIEW LAST YEAR’S END OF YEAR SHOW at WWW.RGU.AC.UK/ENDOFYEARSHOW

a clear future | 121 ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY BSC (HONS) Architectural Technology is a relatively new profession PLACEMENT in the construction industry combining a passion for In the spring of year 3 you will undertake a work placement the built environment with a particular interest in providing you with the opportunity to gain valuable technical design. professional experience. The profession brings together a number of key STUDY ABROAD skills and subjects such as sustainability, visualisation, materials and building technology. In today’s There is an international exchange opportunity in year 3 environment, the use of information technology tools to study abroad at one of our partner institutions, including to develop technical solutions is a key component those in Denmark, The Netherlands or Spain. of the architectural technologist’s portfolio. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION In preparation for a career in practice, you will become This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of proficient in a range of design, technical and management Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and Association of skills. The course provides an array of key transferable skills, Building Engineers (ABE). allowing the opportunity for a student to apply for a career in a wide range of industries and/or continue their studies in a variety of fields. You will benefit from visiting professionals in a range of disciplines, giving learning a strong sense of contemporary relevance. Our aim is to equip you with the professional and practical skills required in this industry and the placement CAREER OPTIONS is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience within the construction industry. You will also have the fantastic Our graduates have secured employment in a broad range opportunity to travel, whether on study trips to look at the of environments, both nationally and internationally, including very best of international design or on student exchanges. architectural practice, built environment consultancies, contracting organisations and the manufacturing industry. Early career development will invariably focus on achieving full membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).

manufacturing drawings, carrying out component surveys for damage and REWARDING carrying out calculations related to the function of each component. I feel that EXPERIENCES through my placement I have gained valuable experience which will stand me in very good stead for employment “I worked in the oil and gas sector within a opportunities after graduating.” drawing office department. My placement included producing technical Callum Wallace BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology

122 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS k236 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Introduction to Building Technology • Introduction to SQA Higher Building Design • Built Environment Communication and BBCC to include English (or subject requiring the use of Scholarship Skills • Surveying Methods • Building English). Maths or a science subject is required at Technology 2 • Economics for the Built Environment • Standard Grade 3 or above. Integrative Studies 1 – Architectural Technology. GCE A Level Year 2 CCC to include English (or subject requiring the use of Management for the Built Environment 1 • Building Structure English). Maths or a science subject is required at GCSE and Technology • Design Technology 1 • Building Grade C or above. Technology 3 • Environment and Services • Integrative Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Studies 2 – Architectural Technology B2B2C1C1 to include English (or a subject requiring the Year 3 use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at Management for the Built Environment 2 • Ordinary Level Grade C1 or above. Design Technology 2 • Professional Practice • One option from: IB Diploma Industrial Placement 26 to include Higher Level English (or a subject requiring Exchange Programme the use of English). Maths is required at Standard Level Simulated Professional Practice Grade 4 or above. Year 4 Degree Link Programme Dissertation • Design Technology 3 • Integrative Studies 3 – A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges Architectural Technology • Built Heritage Conservation • may be considered for year 3 entry. Please note that Plus one option from: Architectural History • Construction • a satisfactory portfolio and attendance at an interview Environmental Design • Product Design • Performance is also required. Evaluation or Ecological Architecture STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years There are options for part-time study in years 3 and 4.

To convey complex ideas, our students use a range of tools including visualisation, isometrics and digital fabrication David Weir McCall

a clear future | 123 ARCHITECTURE MARCH The study of architecture requires an enquiring and PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION imaginative mind, to analyse and consider new This course is accredited by the Royal Institute of British possibilities for buildings that will improve people’s Architects. Our RIBA accreditation is renewed on a four-year quality of life. It embodies many issues and challenges: cycle and this was unconditionally renewed in 2009. In the the creation of better places to live, work, and relax; UK, the professional accreditation of Architecture courses is designing buildings and cities that recognise the cultural divided into three parts: diversity of the population; proposing ideas that – Part 1 awarded after year 3 contribute socially and economically to the community; and using imagination and innovation to do all this – Part 2 awarded after year 6 more responsibly and efficiently for a world with (inclusive of 1 year of professional experience) finite resources. – Part 3 professional examination is taken post-graduation, Our Master of Architecture (MArch) course, which is following a period in practical training within an accredited by the RIBA and ARB, will provide you with the architectural practice professional and creative skills required for a successful career This course is also accredited by the Architects Registration in architecture and allied professions. The taught course is Board and the Association of Building Engineers complemented by a year’s practical experience, allowing you to gain valuable experience of architectural practice. You will also have the fantastic opportunity to travel, whether on study trips to look at the very best of international design or on student exchanges.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE YEAR One year in salaried employment in year 4, which will ensure you have direct experience within a professional practice.

STUDY ABROAD You will have the opportunity to follow an exchange programme of study with a partner institution (normally for up to one academic year).

mentorship of Dr’s Patricia Sabin and Enrique Blanco. I worked on a rich variety of project invaluable types across Spain, from the restoration of a 12th century monastery to the design of contemporary cultural buildings. Without the placements use of one of Scott Sutherland School’s international partnerships, I would not have had “Through the School’s partnership with the such an enriching experience in Spain.” ETSAC School of Architecture at Universidad de La Coruña, I was afforded the opportunity to Scott Doig, MArch take my placement in Spain under the

124 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS k100 CAREER OPTIONS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS This course enables you to progress to the final professional examination (RIBA Part 3) following a period in practical SQA Higher training. Successful completion of this allows you to become ABBB to include English (or a subject requiring the a Registered Architect. Exciting career opportunities exist use of English), Maths or a science and preferably Art. in architectural practices across the world, in both the GCE A Level private and public sectors. Previous graduates have BBC to include Maths or a science and preferably Art. established their own architectural practices, while others English (or a subject requiring the use of English) at GCSE hold senior positions in distinguished design firms and Grade B, if not at A Level. multidisciplinary organisations. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher AB2B2B2 to include English (or a subject requiring the use WHAT YOU WILL STUDY of English), Maths or a science and preferably Art. Year 1 IB Diploma Building Technology • History and Cultural Context • 29 to include Higher Level English, Maths or a science and Design Studio 1 • Design Studio 2 Art all at Grade 5. Year 2 Portfolio of Artwork Building Technology • History and Cultural Context • Applicants not possessing a Higher or equivalent qualification Design Studio 3 • Design Studio 4 in Art (Art & Design and Product Design in Scotland or Art & Design and Design & Technology in England) will be Year 3 expected to demonstrate evidence of artistic ability and Building Technology • History and Cultural Context • appreciation through a portfolio of artwork. Design Studio 5 • Professional Practice • Design Studio 6 Year 4 Study options Professional Experience Year (salaried employment) Full-time: 6 years Year 5 Master Studio 1 • History and Cultural Context • Research Methods • Master Studio 2 • Dissertation Year 6 Master Studio 3 • Advanced Building Technology • Professional Practice and Management • Master Studio 4 • Electives

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a clear future | 125 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT BSC (HONS) This course has been revised in conjunction with industry PLACEMENT and the professions to equip you with the knowledge and There is the option in year 3 for you to undertake a valuable skills required by industry to meet the challenges facing eight month period of paid work-based learning (industrial the 21st Century Construction Manager. placement) as part of your course. This enables you to gain real Managers are required at all stages of the construction work experience and to sample a particular aspect of the process from inception through construction to maintaining construction or energy industry. our built environment. Today they are an integral part of STUDY ABROAD managing a sustainable construction industry. In year 3 you can undertake a period of study in Europe with Providing a broad educational base in design, construction one of our European partner institutions, or undertake a and commercial management, this course prepares you for a further semester of academic study that includes a module rewarding career as a construction professional. Throughout designed to simulate industrial experience. the course there is a focus on operational and production issues associated with the production of buildings. This focus PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION is in the context of the need for effective commercial The course is accredited by the Association of Building management skills. Engineers and accreditation is being sought from the Chartered Institute of Building (accreditation pending The modules provide you with the skills and knowledge base and is subject to approval). that are needed by the professional builder/building engineer seeking to develop a career as a Construction Manager in a modern and rapidly changing world.

Our teaching is directly informed and guided by new industrial developments emerging in the areas of technology CAREER OPTIONS and management, as well as by research carried out by The course prepares you for a career as a Construction experts within the School. You will benefit directly from the Manager in many of the areas collectively known as the Built guidance and experience of our staff, many of whom are Environment, seeing projects throughout their total life cycle. Chartered Builders with many years of professional You may be employed by commercial, retail and leisure experience at a senior level. In addition you will benefit from organisations, consultants, contractors, local and central lectures and presentations from visiting practitioners and government, housing associations or private practice. In visits to construction sites. addition the skills gained are also much sought after by the energy sector.

“ This course is a great opportunity to get a good base knowledge in multiple STEP INTO disciplines that give you plenty of options in the workplace after graduation. A GREAT As such you are not limited to only the construction industry.” CAREER Gary Kemp, Graduate Project Engineer, Optimus Projects Ltd

126 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS CODE Available at: HOW YOU WILL LEARN www.rgu.ac.uk/bsc-cm You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and practical hands-on activities. Activities include ENTRY REQUIREMENTS group projects which replicate the team-working skills SQA Higher required in industry. BBCC to include English (or subject requiring the use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Standard Grade 3 or above. Year 1 GCE A Level Introduction to Building Technology • Introduction to Building CCC to include English (or subject requiring the use of Design • Built Environment Communication and Scholarship English). Maths or a science subject is required at GCSE Skills • Surveying Methods • Building Technology 2 • Grade C or above. Economics for the Built Environment • Numerical Processing Using Spreadsheets • Orthographic Drawing and Detailing Irish Leaving Certificate Higher B2B2C1C1 to include English (or a subject requiring the Year 2 use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at Management for the Built Environment 1 • Building Structures Ordinary Level Grade C1 or above. and Technology • Value and Cost Studies 1 • Project Management 1 • Business Law • Environment and Services • IB Diploma Integrative Studies 2 – CM • Procurement for the Built 26 to include Higher Level English (or a subject requiring Environment 1 the use of English). Maths is required at Standard Level Grade 4 or above. Year 3 Dimensional Control • Law and Construction Contracts • STUDY OPTIONS Management for the Built Environment 2 • Procurement for Full-time: 4 years the Built Environment 2 • Value and Cost Studies 2 • Plus one Part-time: 5 years Advanced entry only into year 2 or 3. option from: Route A: Industrial Placement Subject to validation Route B: European Exchange Programme Route C: Academic Study Route: Professional Practice Simulation • Built Heritage Conservation Year 4 Dissertation • Value and Cost Studies 3 • Construction Management • Integrative Studies 3 – CM • Advanced Construction Technology • Management of Design and Construction

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a clear future | 127 SURVEYING BSc (Hons) Surveying is a diverse, rewarding and well-paid career choice PLACEMENT that enables you to shape the world that we live in. There is the option in year 3 for you to undertake an eight- Building surveying is concerned with the maintenance, month paid industrial placement as part of your course. This is a period of structured learning in the workplace and can, in adaption and repair of buildings. Building surveying also some instances, also count towards the RICS/APC professional involves providing clients with strategic property advice in training requirements, shortening the postgraduate period order to ensure that built assets contribute appropriately to required to achieve full professional status. business success. By selecting this route, you will gain an in-depth understanding of how buildings function by working STUDY ABROAD at the point of interaction between materials, the environment In year 3 you can undertake a period of study in Europe with and people over time in an ever-changing world. You will also one of our European partner institutions or undertake a further develop the skills required to prepare scheme designs, semester of academic study which includes a module that programmes for completion and specification of works. simulates industrial experience.

Quantity surveyors provide clients with advice and SCHOLARSHIPS services associated with procurement, value and cost, contract The Technip Surveying Scholarship is available to second-year administration and project management. Quantity surveyors students. For further information about scholarships please are focused upon providing clients with value for money. visit www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships They work on projects, from inception to demolition, across a wide range of schemes, including those in building, civil PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION engineering, heavy and offshore engineering and the oil The course is accredited by the RICS. and petrochemical industries. Graduates can join the RICS as graduate members and follow the Assessment of A distinctive feature of this course is our common first year, Professional Competence route to full which allows you the flexibility to experience both building and chartered membership, which typically quantity surveying-based modules. You will then decide which takes two years. The course is also accredited of these two disciplines you wish to pursue throughout the by the Association of Building Engineers (ABE). remainder of your studies. CAREER OPTIONS The course is accredited by the RICS (Royal Institution of Our building surveying graduates secure employment in Chartered Surveyors), thereby allowing you to follow a future building maintenance and adaption or as facilities/property career path as a professional Chartered Surveyor in either managers or in property valuation. Our quantity surveyors are building or quantity surveying. highly sought after due to their financial and business acumen and many hold very senior positions in industry, local Many of our staff members are Chartered Surveyors with many government and central government. Opportunities also exist years of senior professional experience, allowing you to benefit in a number of related fields, including the built environment, directly from their guidance and experience. In addition you civil and heavy engineering and the offshore and will benefit from lectures and presentations from visiting petrochemical industries. practitioners as well as site visits and field studies.

as normal. I very much enjoyed doing the placement and gained a lot of valuable GAIN VALUABLE skills and knowledge. In addition to this my placement also led to me being offered a SKILLS place on the Petrofac graduate scheme after finishing University.” “During the second semester of third year we had the opportunity to undertake an Laura Stranger industrial placement, doing an exchange BSc (Hons) Surveying abroad or doing the semester at University

128 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS k241 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Year 1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Introduction to Building Technology • Introduction to Building SQA Higher Design • Built Environment Communication and Scholarship BBCC to include English (or subject requiring the use of Skills • Surveying Methods • Building Technology 2 • English). Maths or a science subject is required at Economics for the Built Environment • Numerical Processing Standard Grade 3 or above. using Spreadsheets • Orthographic Drawing and Detailing GCE A Level Year 2 CCC to include English (or subject requiring the use of Management for the Built Environment 1 • Building Structure English). Maths or a science subject is required at GCSE and Technology • Value and Cost Studies 1 • Mensuration Grade C or above. and Measurement (QS route) • Building Control and Administration (BS route) • Business Law • Environment and Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Services • Integrative Studies 2 – Surveying • Building B2B2C1C1 to include English (or a subject requiring the Pathology 1 (BS Route) • Procurement for the Built use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at Environment 1 (QS Route) Ordinary Level Grade C1 or above. Year 3 Degree Link Programme Management for the Built Environment 2 • Law and A relevant HNC from one of our partner FE colleges may Construction Contracts • Procurement for the Built be considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND from one Environment 2 • Value and Cost Studies 2 (QS Route) • of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 Building Pathology 2 (BS Route) • Plus one option from: entry. Advanced entry can only be obtained with B Grade minimums in both HNC and HND graded units. Route A: Industrial Placement Route B: European Exchange Programme STUDY OPTIONS Route C: Academic Study Route: Professional Practice Full-time: 4 years Simulation • Built Heritage Conservation Year 4 Dissertation • Value and Cost Studies 3 • Building Pathology 3 Want to know more? Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK (BS Route) • Construction Management (QS Route) • Integrative Studies 3 – Surveying • Performance Evaluation (BS Route) • Property Management (BS Route) • Advanced Construction Technology (QS Route) • Risk Management (QS Route)

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a clear future | 129 faculty of health and social care

GERM KILLERS Nursing students will wash their hands on average 5,100 times during their 17 weeks of clinical practice in their first year. CARE FOR SIM MAN In the last ten years, our clinical test dummy, ‘Sim-man’ has been attended to by over 9,000 of our students.

130 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS The Faculty of Health and Social Care has an outstanding reputation for producing confident and highly employable graduates who have the skills and professionalism needed to succeed. The wide range of subjects we offer across the health and social care professions and the applied sciences are all delivered within Our Courses highly supportive and innovative Applied Social Sciences 132 learning environments. Applied Sport and Exercise Science 134 Real-World Experience Applied Biomedical Science 139 Work placements will play an integral part of your learning Biomedical Science 140 experience. You will discover much more about yourself and the Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences 141 career path you have chosen to follow whilst gaining valuable practical experience. Your interpersonal skills will also strengthen, Diagnostic Radiography 142 as will the confidence you have in your own abilities. Forensic and Analytical Science 144 Another key strength is our Faculty’s commitment to Bachelor of Midwifery 146 interprofessional learning. You will be given the opportunity to work in interdisciplinary teams with students from across the Bachelor of Nursing – Adult 150 breadth of health and social care disciplines we encompass. Bachelor of Nursing – Children & Young People’s 152 The Clinical Skills and the Pharmacy Practice Centres also play a key role in preparing our students for future practice and their Bachelor of Nursing – Mental Health 153 use of the Volunteer Patient Programme makes this learning Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) Adult 154 experience very true to life. Ultimately, you will graduate with an in-depth understanding of the subject you have chosen to study Nutrition 156 and the aptitude, knowledge and professional skills needed to Nutrition and Dietetics 158 work confidently within a wide range of environments and alongside professionals from other related disciplines. Occupational Therapy 160

Pharmacy 162 Widening Participation Physiotherapy 164 Our Faculty is also committed to promoting and providing Social Work 166 equality of opportunity. We have students on many of our courses who are career changers or returning to learning after many years out of the education system.

A Dynamic Community We set very high standards to ensure that you receive the skills and knowledge needed to be a confident, competent and client-focused practitioner in your chosen field. Our experienced lecturing teams, modern, purpose-built facilities and vibrant research environment will inspire you to reach your full potential during your time with us.

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 131 APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCES BA (HONS) Applied Social Sciences involves the study of the society we live in and the relationships people have within that society. This course is built around the core disciplines of psychology and sociology, providing the best possible launching pad for a career in these fascinating areas. Innovative elective modules in the final years allow you to tailor your degree around your own areas of interest. All teaching is underpinned by research and real-world experience, ensuring you are prepared for a career in your chosen field. Approachable, friendly staff and relatively small group sizes create an informal learning environment, which is valued highly by our students.

STUDY ABROAD You will have the fantastic opportunity in years 2 and 3 to undertake an exchange with one of our partner institutions in Europe through the Erasmus programme. This allows you to enhance your personal development and confidence and benefit from studying your subject in a different culture.

CAREER OPTIONS Undertaking a course in the social sciences keeps your career options open and offers a wide variety of routes into employment including housing management, health management, human resources, the police, education, marketing and PR. Many of our graduates also undertake TALK TO OUR STUDENTS ON FACEBOOK postgraduate study, enabling them to specialise in a variety of WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ROBERTGORDONUNIVERSITY areas including social work, teaching, management, psychology, sociology and postgraduate research.

”I found the course very enjoyable, due to the wide variety of modules and the great WIDEN support given by the staff. Together these two aspects have equipped me with the YOUR key skills and knowledge which have allowed me to enter the oil industry in HORIZONS areas of HR and management.” Samantha Cairns (2012)

132 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS L310 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Introductory Psychology: Social Sciences • Social Sciences SQA Higher and Society • Gender Culture and Society • Research BBCC to include a subject requiring the use of English. Methods and Study Skills • Cognitive and Social Psychology • GCE A Level Sociology of Identity, Difference and Deviance • Governing CCC to include a subject requiring the use of English. the UK • Ethics, Personal Relationships and Social Life Advanced entry may be considered for applicants with Year 2 appropriate A Level subjects and grades. Children, Youth and Society • Research: Statistics and Data Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Analysis • European Union • The Sociological Problem of B2B2C1C1 to include a subject requiring the use of English. Crime • Psychology: Personality and Individual Differences • Discovering Psychology: Classic Studies and Debates • IB Diploma Theorising Social Life • Exploring Research 26 to include a Higher Level subject requiring the use of English. Year 3 Qualitative Research Methods (Core), elective subjects Degree Link Programme include: Health Psychology • Health, Self and Society • A relevant HNC from one of our partner colleges may be Organisational and Management Psychology • Sports considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND from one of Psychology • Sociology of Consumer Culture • Political our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 entry. Participation and Pressure Groups in an Age of Global Politics • Interview Developmental Psychology • Cognitive Psychology • You may be required to attend an interview. Counselling • Urban Sociology • Violence Crime and Conflict • Contemporary Issues in Politics STUDY OPTIONS Year 4 Full-time: 4 years Dissertation (Core), elective subjects include: Social Psychology • Biological Foundations of Behaviour • Developments in Counselling • Art Culture and Society • Terrorism, People and Places • The Body in Society • Abnormal Psychology • Forensic Psychology • Crime, Criminology and the Justice System • Risk, Fear and Uncertainty

1st year students usually spell 'Psychology' in 7 different ways. By 2nd year they spell it correctly!

a clear future | 133 APPLIED SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE BSC (HONS) This course is based on the sciences that underpin PLACEMENT human performance in a variety of areas from A unique part of the course is the work placement undertaken competitive sport to general health. The course in years 2 and 3. During your placement you will acquire a is taught by staff with a wide range of teaching, portfolio of learning experiences from a variety of areas, professional and research experience. for example adult fitness testing, exercise for specific groups The course is currently mapped to National (children, healthy adults, diabetics, etc.), event organisation, Occupational Standards for Exercise and Fitness which sports coaching and lifestyle advice. Please be aware that assures employers that graduates have the skills that you will be expected to obtain a satisfactory PVG clearance are essential for effective engagement with the exercise (previously an enhanced disclosure) prior to enrolment on industry. Individual modules have been developed placement-based modules. For more details about the PVG which professionally prepare students in line with the scheme please visit: www.disclosurescotland.co.uk vocational qualifications endorsed by theR egister of Exercise Professionals. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION It is the aim of the course team to prepare you for Basic disciplines studied include anatomy and accreditation in your chosen field of specialism (where this physiology, biomechanics and sports psychology. exists). You may choose to undertake an external qualification More advanced modules which draw on the interaction with the International Society for the Advancement of of the basic disciplines feature later in the curriculum. Kinanthropometry, at a nominal administration charge, You will have the opportunity to undertake two work along with specific qualifications in sports coaching, exercise placements, allowing you to put into practice what you have conditioning and child protection. The course is closely learned at University. You will also be supported to prepare aligned with the National Occupational Standards for Fitness for accreditation by leading sports governing bodies in a range and students will be able to work towards becoming of disciplines. If you are a talented athlete, there is also the registered on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at opportunity to apply for the sports scholarship scheme, which various levels, should they wish to do so. will support you in succeeding in your chosen sport. CAREER OPTIONS FACILITIES Career options include working in sports and exercise Our exceptional teaching facilities include a human development (including sports coaching policy), health performance laboratory that houses a sophisticated three promotion, rehabilitation, fitness testing, personal training, dimensional motion analysis system and other state-of-the-art event organisation, sports administration, and research in exercise testing equipment. The Garthdee campus is also physical activity or sport. In the future you could be working the location for the £11 million RGU: SPORT, where modules with elite athletes (strength and conditioning specialists must in exercise, conditioning and sports centre operations now have a degree as a standard entry qualification to the are delivered. industry), managing a sports facility or delivering a work-based lifestyle improvement programme.

“ I found all the staff here to be great and supportive. I really like my class: it’s great REWARDING to be with people who have chosen the same pathway as me. We have a lot in EXPERIENCE common and I have made contacts for my future career in them all.” Sheli McCoy, student

134 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS C600 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Human Anatomy • Sport and Exercise Psychology • SQA Higher Sports Biomechanics • Exercise Physiology BBCC including one science, preferably Biology/Human Biology, plus a subject requiring the use of English. One Year 2 further science and Maths are required at Standard Grade 2 Human Nutrition • Facility Management • Independent Study • or above. Exercise Consultation • Health Improvement • Placement 1 GCE A Level Year 3 CCC including one science, preferably Biology, plus a subject Analysis of Human Movement • Coaching Science • Sport requiring the use of English at GCSE Grade B or above. and Exercise for Varying Populations • Research Concepts • Placement 2 Advanced entry into stage 2 may be considered for applicants with A Level Grades BBB to include Biology, Year 4 Physics and Physical Education. Maths and English must be Research Project • Contextual Debates • Principles and held at a minimum of GCSE Grade B or above. Practice of Strength and Conditioning • Principles and Practice of Sports Coaching • Sports Nutrition• Fitness and Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Performance Testing B2B2C1C1 including one science, preferably Biology/Human Biology, plus a subject requiring the use of English. One further science and Maths are required at Ordinary Level Grade B or above.

IB Diploma 26 to include Higher Level English (or a subject requiring the use of English) at Grade 5 plus two science subjects at Higher Level.

Advanced Entry Special Requirements Prospective students who have gained an HND in Sports Evidence of satisfactory PVG clearance (previously an Coaching and Development of Sport or an HND Fitness, enhanced disclosure) is a requirement for all successful Health and Exercise with graded units at ABB from partner FE applicants to the course. For more details about the PVG Colleges will be considered for year 3 entry. There will also scheme please visit Disclosure Scotland at be a requirement to attend an interview prior to an offer of a www.disclosurescotland.co.uk place being made. English Language Qualifications STUDY OPTIONS All applicants whose first language is not English are required Full-time: 4 years to have an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 or an appropriate equivalent.

Selection Visit All shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a half day selection visit prior to an offer of a place on the course being made. The selection process includes evaluation of your professional suitability and communication skills.

a clear future | 135 ANGELA GIFFORD, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Why did you choose your course? I chose to study Occupational Therapy whilst I was training as a Social Care Worker. I had a week’s experience with the OTs and I loved the job straight away and realised this is what I should be doing.

This year, I am mostly wearing... My ‘RGU Rowing’ hoodie is the comfiest, warmest jumper I have.

Favourite thing about RGU? The practical placements which come with our course enables me to gain experience in different settings whilst learning at the same time.

Currently reading… I have just finished The Hundred- Year-Old Man who climbed out of the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson. Well worth a read.

136 |136 SYMBOL | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS OF SUCCESS aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 137 Key facts BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE UCAS B902 PROGRAMME Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) The Biomedical Science Programme comprises three routes: Applied Biomedical Science, Biomedical Please use this code for Year 1 Science and Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences. Each entry to the Biomedical Science course has been developed to provide you with the Programme knowledge and skills to become a confident and proficient bioscientist. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The year 1 foundation year is designed to allow you to SQA Higher establish a framework of basic knowledge and technical skills BBBB including Biology/Human Biology plus in biomedical and bioscience. You will develop an one other science. Chemistry, English and Maths understanding of the role of the biomedical and bioscientist are required at Standard Grade Credit Level if not in the healthcare and bioscience sectors and of the at Higher. requirements for professional practice in these areas. From your experiences in this year you will be invited to undergo GCE A Level selection for entry to one of three named BSc (Hons) courses BCC to include Biology plus one other science. that sit within the programme and which commence at the Chemistry, English and Maths are required at beginning of year 2: Applied Biomedical Science, Biomedical GCSE Grade B or above. Science or Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Should you wish to follow a career path in the NHS you B2B2B2B2 to include Biology plus one other should choose one of the two Institute of Biomedical Science science. Chemistry, English and Maths are (IBMS) accredited routes, namely Applied Biomedical required at Ordinary Level Grade B or above. Science (this course is also approved by the Health and Care IB Diploma Professions Council) or Biomedical Science. If you wish to 28 to include Higher Level Biology at Grade 5 and study a wider range of Life Science subjects you should opt one further science. A minimum of Standard Level for the BSc (Hons) Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences. Maths and English required at Grade 5. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY STUDY OPTIONS Year 1 Full-time: 4 years Biology for Life Sciences • Applied Microbiology • Chemistry for Life Sciences • Cell Culture • Analytical Techniques for Life Sciences • Biomolecular Science • Practical Skills for UCAS C9B9 Life Sciences • Personal and Professional Skills Development Advanced Entry for Bioscience with Biomedical See page 139 for Applied Biomedical Science years 2, 3 and 4 modules. Sciences Bsc (Hons) See page 140 for Biomedical Science years 2, 3 and 4 modules. Advanced Entry to years 2, 3 and 4 is available to applicants with appropriate entrance qualifications. See page 141 for Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences years 2, 3 and 4 modules. A relevant HNC from one of our partner colleges may be considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges may be considered for year 3 entry. A relevant Ordinary Degree may be considered for year 4 entry.

138 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS APPLIED BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE BSC (HONS) Biomedical scientists work in partnership with doctors, PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION nurses and other healthcare professionals, performing The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions many different roles in the diagnosis of disease, the Council and is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science. evaluation of treatment methods and research. These could include the screening of cells and tissues for CAREER OPTIONS cancer, diagnosing diabetes, the testing of blood to The majority of our graduates secure employment within the ensure that it is suitable for transfusion and identifying NHS Laboratory Service. The course will also equip you with the bacterial and viral organisms responsible for food the relevant skills needed to work within the pharmaceutical poisoning and many other infectious diseases. and healthcare industries including technical and marketing This course has been designed in partnership with biomedical departments, forensic science laboratories, teaching and scientists within NHS Grampian, NHS Highland and the clinical research. Aberdeen and North East of Scotland Blood Transfusion Service. The laboratory training programme enables you to WHAT YOU WILL STUDY gain hands-on experience of all the major hospital laboratory Year 1 disciplines. You will be well prepared for a future career as a See page 138 registered practitioner with the Health and Care Professions Council (you will be eligible to apply for registration upon Year 2 graduation) and an accredited biomedical scientist with the Human Anatomy and Physiology • Biomedical Genetics • professional body, the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). Biomedical Science: Professional Practice 2 • Human Biochemistry • Human Cytology and Histology • The number of places available for this course will be Molecular Biology and Human Genetics determined by the number of NHS laboratory placements that are available on an annual basis. Therefore there will Year 3 be a selection process at the end of year 1 for students Clinical Biochemistry • Clinical Immunology • Medical wishing to enter year 2 of this course. Microbiology • Practical Research Methods • Biomedical Science: Professional Practice 3 PLACEMENT Year 4 This programme will enable you to gain hands-on experience Haematology and Transfusion Science • Cellular Pathology • of all the major hospital laboratory disciplines, including Current Trends in Biomedical Science • Biology of Disease • clinical biochemistry, haematology, histopathology, Honours Research Project cytopathology, medical microbiology and blood transfusion. A substantial proportion of the final year will be spent utilising these skills during the Honours Research Project.

“ Robert Gordon University is one of the only universities that offers a truly BENEFIT integrated degree, enabling you to get a true insight into what your future career FROM REAL will entail. I spent my placement working in the Pathology and Haematology labs at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. I am a great EXPERIENCE believer in putting into action what you have learned as I find this the easiest way to understand and remember things.” Claire Birnie

a clear future | 139 BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE BSC (HONS) This course has been designed for students who wish PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION to gain a qualification with a broader range of subjects, This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science. to allow them to find employment in the medical/ pharmaceutical sector. As the degree has accreditation CAREER OPTIONS from the Institute of Biomedical Science, graduates The course will equip you with the relevant skills needed will also be able to gain employment as a biomedical to work within the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries scientist. However, you will have to undertake including technical and marketing departments, forensic additional hospital laboratory training before you will science laboratories, teaching and clinical research. be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Year 1 See page 138 Year 2 Human Anatomy and Physiology • Biomedical Genetics • Human Biochemistry • Experimental Molecular Biology • Molecular Biology and Human Genetics • Forensic Biology • Behavioural Studies Year 3 Clinical Biochemistry • Clinical Immunology • Medical Microbiology • Practical Research Methods • Toxicology and Environmental Analysis • Pharmacology • Human Cytology and Histology • Public Health Year 4 Haematology and Transfusion Science • Cellular Pathology • Current Trends in Biomedical Science • Biology of Disease • Honours Research Project

“ I am now working in the veterinary area of biomedical science as a multidisciplinary biomedical scientist in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory. This is the job that I wanted since starting University and I have been very lucky to achieve this goal.” Vickie Downie

140 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS BIOSCIENCE WITH BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES BSC (HONS) Entry to year 1 of this course is through the Biomedical CAREER OPTIONS Science Programme, using code B902. Advanced Entry On completion of the course you will have a wide range of to years 2, 3 and 4 is available by applying to UCAS career options in the fields of both Bioscience and Biomedical using code C9B9. For Entry Requirements see page 138. Science. Many of our graduates find employment within private or public sector research. This could be within This course will provide you with the knowledge and university, government, NHS, commercial or charity-funded laboratory-based skills that are essential in both the field laboratories. Other opportunities for graduates are varied of Bioscience and Biomedical Science. The key benefit and include scientific publishing, secondary school teaching, of studying this combination of subjects is that you will be forensic analysis and environmental consultancy. You may also suitably qualified to enter a range of professions. decide to continue your studies and specialise with a Masters degree or develop your research skills with a PhD. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION The Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences course is being WHAT YOU WILL STUDY submitted for recognition by the Society of Biology. Year 1 See page 138 STUDY ABROAD Year 2 You will be given the exciting opportunity to take advantage Human Anatomy and Physiology • Biomedical Genetics • of the Erasmus Student Mobility Scheme and carry out Human Biochemistry • Experimental Molecular Biology • your project work in a research laboratory within another Molecular Biology and Human Genetics • Forensic Biology • European University. Behavioural Studies Year 3 Clinical Biochemistry • Clinical Immunology • Medical Microbiology • Practical Research Methods • Toxicology and Environmental Analysis • Pharmacology • Human Cytology and Histology • Public Health Year 4 Advanced Microbiology • Genomics and Proteomics • DNA Technologies • Current Trends in Bioscience • Honours Research Project

“My degree at RGU provided me with the vocational skills and the confidence GAIN THE I needed to pursue my PhD in Biochemistry at St Andrew’s University. I am now SKILLS FOR working part-time at the University as a lead demonstrator in undergraduate practical sessions. I’m also project co-ordinator for a YOUR FUTURE science outreach programme that will help CAREER promote science to young people.” Dr Vicki Symington

a clear future | 141 DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY BSC (HONS) The diagnostic radiographer uses sophisticated X-ray community hospitals and remote hospitals, giving you technology and a range of specialist imaging modalities experience of the spectrum of radiography roles. Placement to help in the detection, monitoring and treatment of sites extend across Grampian, Highland, Tayside, Perthshire, a patient’s illness. Increasingly, their role is extending Fife, Orkney, Shetland, the Western Isles and other locations. to include prescribing medications, image interpretation In addition you will undertake an elective placement in and patient treatment. Radiographers work with a radiography centre of your choice. patients from all across the health service – from paediatrics to the elderly, and A&E to surgery. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION This course will not only enable you to develop an in-depth The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions knowledge of human anatomy, imaging technologies and Council and accredited by the College of Radiographers. radiological examinations, you will also develop vital applied clinical skills and ‘real-world’ experiences through SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS participating in six practice placements, working in As entry to this course is increasingly competitive, you radiography centres. should demonstrate a commitment to radiography as a career. As part of the application process, all applicants are You will benefit from the experience of our staff and their strong required to demonstrate that they have visited a radiology links with practitioners and managers in clinical settings. department. Medical screening, evidence of immunisation and satisfactory PVG clearance (previously an enhanced FACILITIES disclosure) are a requirement for all successful applicants prior Key resources for our students include the digital imaging X-ray to commencement on the course. suite and a digital image library – both providing excellent scope for independent learning. CAREER OPTIONS Career opportunities are numerous and range from trauma PLACEMENT work to specialist imaging. There are huge opportunities for One of the most beneficial aspects of this course is the clinical radiographers to work at advanced levels, progressing as far education programme; made up of six placements which are as consultant. Demand for radiographers’ skills remains integrated through your four years of study. These placement buoyant as shown by our excellent graduate employment opportunities will enable you to apply the skills and knowledge rates. Radiographers have the opportunity to specialise in you have developed in both general radiography and specialist a range of areas within the health service such as CT, imaging modalities within a ‘real-life’ hospital environment. ultrasound, MRI, mammography or nuclear medicine. You will rotate around a range of placements, which In addition there are career opportunities in research, will include major regional centres, district general hospitals, teaching and software development.

“ Some modules are interdisciplinary, which means you have lectures with PRACTICAL physiotherapists and occupational therapists; this is a big advantage as it TEACHING gives you a sense of what it will be like when you actually go out on placement where you are part of a larger team.” Tracy Peacock, Diagnostic Radiography graduate

142 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B821 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Structure and Function of the Human Body • Applied SQA Higher Radiographic Anatomy • Applied Radiographic Pathology 1• BBBC to include English and two from Physics, Chemistry, Foundations of Radiographic Practice (Double Module) • Biology or Maths. Preparation for Practice • Radiography Practice Education 1 GCE A Level Year 2 BCC to include two from Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Applied Radiographic Pathology 2 • Diagnostic Imaging Maths. English at AS Level Grade C or above. Systems (Double Module) • Principles of Person Centred Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Care • Radiography Practice Education 2 • Effective Practice B2B2B2C1 to include English and two from Physics, In Diagnostic Imaging • Trauma Radiography Chemistry, Biology or Maths. Year 3 IB Diploma Radiography Practice Education 3 (Double Module) • Research 27 to include Higher Level English at Grade 5 and two from Methods • Patient Pathways 1 • Patient Pathways 2 • Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths at Higher Level. Radiography Practice Education 4 Year 4 English Language Qualifications Advancing Professional Practice in Radiography • Radiographic All applicants whose first language is not English are Reporting 1 • Radiography Practice Education 5 • Professional required to have an IELTS (International English Language Working Environment • Radiographic Reporting 2 • Testing System) score of 7.0 or an appropriate equivalent. Radiography Practice Education 6 • Honours Research Project Practice Visit Applications should demonstrate understanding of the role of the Diagnostic Radiographer which may be evidenced by including details of visits you have made to a Radiography setting within your personal statement. Selection Visit All shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a half day Want to know more? selection visit prior to an offer of a place on the course Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK being made. The selection process includes evaluation of your professional suitability, communication and team working skills. Special Requirements Medical screening, evidence of immunisation and satisfactory PVG clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure) are a requirement for all successful applicants prior to commencement on the course. Details of immunisation requirements can be found on our course webpage at www.rgu.ac.uk. For more details about the PVG scheme please visit Disclosure Scotland at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years

a clear future | 143 FORENSIC AND ANALYTICAL SCIENCE BSC (HONS) The role of analytical science in Forensic Investigations PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION is becoming increasingly important due to the major This course is accredited by the Forensic Science Society, developments in analytical chemistry and advances in the professional body for UK Forensic Scientists and Skills for molecular biology. Forensic Science involves the Justice. The successful Skillsmark endorsement of the course analysis of biological chemical or physical samples is a result of the close interaction with practitioners and the collected as evidence during a criminal investigation. employability of RGU graduates. Additionally, you will also The skills of the Forensic scientist provide crucial satisfy the criteria for Associate Membership of the Royal scientific evidence which may link a suspect with the Society of Chemistry. scene of the crime, the victim or the weapon. In addition, the key problem solving and analytical skills developed in forensic and analytical science are widely sought after in many other industrial sectors including the oil, gas, pharmaceutical and food industries. Our course was the first in Scotland to be accredited by the Forensic Science Society and by Skills for Justice. It is CAREER OPTIONS accredited in all three of the Society’s Component Standards A diverse range of opportunities within the Scottish Police – Laboratory Analysis, Crime Scene Investigation, and Services Authority and Forensic Science Laboratories are Interpretation, Evaluation and Presentation of Evidence. available, including scene examination, fire investigation, It is delivered by highly experienced forensic practitioners and laboratory analysis and health and safety. Alternatively, a analytical scientists who are focused on providing you with the number of students opt for careers in industry (including scientific and investigative skills you will need to succeed in pharmaceutical, oil and biotechnology), for which employment this highly competitive profession. prospects are particularly good, and police graduate entry. Postgraduate study in specialist forensic disciplines and PLACEMENT teaching are other routes many of our graduates choose to You may undertake an optional paid 12-month placement in take. There are also opportunities for students to pursue a scientific laboratory after year 3. Vacation placements in forensic and analytical research at the University, for example forensic laboratories may also become available. in anti-fraud technology, advances in DNA technologies and drugs and toxicology.

“ We would like to commend the significant enhancement of the student experience FIRST-CLASS that has resulted from the installation of the new crime scene facility and the FACILITIES extensive increase in the provision of specialist equipment.” “ The appointment of additional specialist lecturers has resulted in a technical team that is second to none.” Comments from The Forensic Science Society following their review visit to the department.

144 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS F410 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Chemistry for Life Sciences • Biology for Life Sciences • SQA Higher Introduction to Crime Scene and Forensic Techniques • BBBB to include Chemistry and one further science from Applied Microbiology • Analytical Techniques for Life Physics, Biology or Maths. English, Maths and Biology are Sciences • Biomolecular Science • Practical Skills for required at Standard Grade Credit level if not at Higher. Life Sciences GCE A Level Year 2 BCC to include Chemistry and one further science from Analytical Science 1 • Forensic Biology • Forensic Physics, Biology or Maths. English, Maths and Biology are Examination and Analysis • Legal Framework • Analytical required at GCSE Grade B or above. Science 2 • Anthropology • Fundamentals of Organic Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Chemistry B2B2B2B2 to include Chemistry and one further science Year 3 from Physics, Biology or Maths. English, Maths and Biology Analytical Chemistry • Forensic Genetics • Trace Evidence are required at Ordinary Level Grade B or above if not Analysis • Fire, Explosions and Firearms • Forensic held at Higher. Toxicology and Substances of Abuse • Spectral Analysis IB Diploma and Interpretation • Physical and Inorganic Chemistry 28 to include Higher Level Chemistry at Grade 5 plus one Year 4 further science from Physics, Biology or Maths at Higher Advanced Analytical Techniques • Project • DNA Level. English, Maths and Biology are required at a Technologies • Interpretation, Evaluation and Presentation minimum of Standard Level Grade 4. of Evidence • Oilfield Chemicals or Law Option Degree Link Programme A relevant HNC from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 2 entry. A relevant HND from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 3 entry.

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a clear future | 145 BACHELOR OF MIDWIFERY

A midwife makes a vital and unique contribution FACILITIES to the wellbeing of women and families during one You will benefit greatly from our purpose-built Clinical Skills of life’s most important events. Centre, where you will develop your skills and grow in This popular and dynamic pre-registration midwifery course confidence before going out on placement and putting these leads to an academic award and a qualification as a skills into practice. The Clinical Skills Centre has two ward Registered Midwife. The course consists of approximately areas, a High Dependency Unit, and a Children’s Room and 45% theory and 55% clinical practice. a Home Setting. We also have various child and baby mannequins which we use to simulate real-life clinical practice. The course is designed to stimulate your curiosity. Emphasis is also placed on motivating you to become a competent PLACEMENT professional practitioner. You will develop a keen awareness During the BMidwifery course you will have the opportunity of the need for continuing education and development to gain experience in a full range of Maternity Care Settings, throughout your professional career. including those in urban and rural areas both in hospital and A key part of the course is the clinical experience acquired in the community across the North of Scotland, Grampian, a range of hospital and community settings. You will have Western Isles, Orkney, Shetland and Tayside. As part of the placements in a range of busy obstetric units where you will placement experience, you will need to fit in with the 24/7 gain midwifery experience caring for women and families nature of care which will include weekend and night duties. who require specialist input from maternity care teams. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION You will also have the opportunity to participate in midwifery care in more remote and rural settings. You will be Successful completion of the course enables graduates to register continuously supported and assessed by midwives during on the Nursing and Midwifery Council Professional Register. your practice placements. These experienced mentors will develop your skills in the delivery of midwifery care. FUNDING Funding is provided by a non means-tested Nursing and Midwifery Student Bursary Scheme. Students should apply to SAAS for this. Please see page 174 for more information.

CAREER OPTIONS Our close links with employers and professional bodies WATCH A MIDWIFERY STUDENT ON PLACEMENT ensure that you will graduate with the knowledge and skills AT WWW.RGU.AC.UK/DOMINIQUEWALDAU required of a modern midwifery professional. Robert Gordon University graduates are in demand and consistently achieve employment immediately following qualification in local, national or international settings.

“ I have really enjoyed the course, especially getting out into the clinical area and seeing GAIN and learning from the other midwives and interacting with the women and their REAL families. This experience has been everything that I had hoped for and more.” EXPERIENCE Stephanie Archibald, graduate

146 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B720 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 You will be introduced to three dynamic academic themes: SQA Higher effective midwifery care, midwifery for health and the midwife BBC to include English and a science subject. Higher within society. You will also learn introductory clinical midwifery Biology or Human Biology is recommended. Maths at skills in a simulated environment prior to experience in a range Standard Grade 3 or above is essential. of practice placements. GCE A Level Year 2 BC to include English and a science subject. A Level You will build upon your professional knowledge and Biology or Human Biology is recommended. Maths at experience from year 1 to develop your skills and confidence. GCSE Grade C or above is essential. The three academic themes of effective midwifery care, Irish Leaving Certificate Higher midwifery for health and the midwife within society will be B2B2C1 to include English and a science subject. Higher explored in greater breadth and depth. This knowledge will be Biology or Human Biology is recommended. Maths at enhanced through your learning in clinical practice. You will Ordinary Level Grade C1 or above is essential. grow in independence as an effective professional learner. You will gain further insight into the role of the midwife by working English Language Qualification in partnership with women and families from our diverse All applicants whose first language is not English are society. This will be strengthened by your understanding of the required to have an IELTS (International English Language importance of effective midwifery practice within maternity Testing System) score of 7.0 in all elements or an care teams. appropriate equivalent. Year 3 Selection Visit In your final year you will consolidate your knowledge, skills Applicants will be invited to attend a selection event. This and attitudes to engage in midwifery care with confidence. will take the form of a tour of the facilities, an opportunity You will be proficient in midwifery skills for low risk pregnant to meet academics and practitioners and an interview. women and their families, and you will be an effective member Special Requirements of maternity care teams. You will meet the professional Acceptance to all nursing and midwifery courses is subject outcomes set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council and the to a health and immunisation screening and satisfactory academic outcomes established for the BMidwifery course. PVG clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure). This will enable you to embark on a career as a midwife. For more details about the PVG scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 3 years Provision is available for students with dependants to undertake the course over a period of three years and 15 weeks. Such students take five additional weeks of annual leave per year from clinical practice time to allow caring for dependants.

Subject to re-validation

a clear future | 147 BACHELOR OF NURSING – SPECIALISING IN ADULT Nursing, CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S nursing OR MENTAL HEALTH nursing All of these courses have been developed to enable FACILITIES you to become a confident and capable nurse who is Equipment and techniques in clinical practice are constantly equipped to practise effectively within hospital and evolving and we are committed to keeping our facilities at the community-based environments. Successful completion forefront of clinical skills training. Our Clinical Skills Centre has of the course (depending on the chosen field of practice two ward areas with six beds in each, a high dependency unit, you select when you apply) will lead to registration with a children’s room and a home setting. This is a very realistic the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered clinical environment and it has all the equipment you would Nurse with a mark denoting your field of practice. expect to find in a ward or a community setting. In each year, you will explore the themes of: health; understanding health inequalities; health-promotion; PLACEMENT information literacy and effectiveness; person centred practice; Placement opportunities are diverse and allow you to essential clinical nursing skills for delivering safe practice; and experience a wide variety of care settings, including urban, bio-psycho-social sciences, underpinning nursing practice rural and remote, hospital and community based, NHS and across the lifespan. private sector across the north east of Scotland and the Orkney and Shetland islands. As part of the placement experience you All three courses have strong, well-established partnerships are required to undertake shifts that reflect the 24 hour, 7 days with clinicians and managers in hospital and community per week nature of nursing. Therefore you will be attending settings. With 50% of your study taking place in practice placements at weekends and undertaking night shifts. settings, you will learn how to reflect upon and apply relevant theoretical concepts within ‘real-life’ environments. The STUDY ABROAD expertise and skills of clinical staff and the willingness of patients to support the learning of healthcare professionals Third year student nurses have an opportunity to apply for a are key resources for your learning. Interprofessional education three-month European Exchange with one of the School’s experiences are embedded within the programme at each European Partners in Belgium, Finland, Norway or Spain. We stage, enabling you to learn with a wide variety of other also run a Grampian-Houston Student Nurse Exchange health and social care students. Programme which involves a reciprocal two-week exchange between RGU and the Houston Baptist University (HBU), Texas. During the visits, students experience a variety of different clinical placements, as well as spending time in the host university attending classes and getting to know the local students. Further opportunities for exchange may be available as we develop our links and partnerships.

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148 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS CODES

ADULT NURSING B741 PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION CHILDREN’S & YOUNG PEOPLE’S NURSING B731 Graduates are eligible to register as a Registered Nurse MENTAL HEALTH NURSING B760 with a mark denoting their field of practice. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SQA Higher Acceptance to all nursing and midwifery courses is subject to CCC preferably to include English and a science subject. Maths, English and a science subject required at Standard Grade 3 or a health screening and satisfactory PVG clearance (previously above if not held at Higher. enhanced disclosure). For more details about the PVG scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk GCE A Level CC preferably to include English and a science subject. FUNDING Maths, English and a science subject required at GCSE Grade C or above. Funding is provided by a non means-tested Nursing and Midwifery Student Bursary Scheme. Students should apply Irish Leaving Certificate Higher to SAAS for this, please see page 174 for more information. C1C1C1 preferably to include English and a science subject. Maths, English and a science are required at Ordinary Level C1 PRIOR LEARNING AND or above if not held at Higher. PRIOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING Alternative Qualifications for Bachelor of Nursing For individuals with relevant first degrees and/or relevant An appropriate Access to Nursing course that is equivalent to 3 experience within the last five years, it may be possible to SQA Highers at Grade C or above. gain advanced entry or to have prior learning and/or Advanced Entry experience accredited. The School of Nursing and Midwifery For Mental Health and Adult Nursing, entry to Stage 2 may be welcome enquiries about accreditation of prior learning. possible with a NES-Approved HNC in Health Care or For further information please contact [email protected] NES-Approved HNC in Care and Administration Practice which is agreed with a partner FE College. NURSING English Language Qualification Nursing is changing, and as such there is an expectation that All applicants whose first language is not English are required to all nurses should be able to respond to the changing needs, have an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) developments, priorities and expectations in health and score of 7.0 in all elements or an appropriate equivalent. health care across the lifespan, to all individuals who require Selection Visit nursing input, regardless of age or healthcare need. The Applicants will be invited to attend a selection event. This will programme has significant generic learning at every stage take the form of a tour of the facilities, an opportunity to meet and all students will be expected to meet both generic academics and practitioners, and an interview. competencies as well as field specific competencies.he T competencies fall within the four domains of: Special Requirements Acceptance to all nursing and midwifery courses is subject to a • Professional values health and immunisation screening and satisfactory PVG • Communication and interpersonal skills clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure). For more details • Nursing practice and decision making about the PVG scheme please visit • Leadership, management and team working www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

Additional Information Applicants who do not have the required minimum of Standard Grade 3 for Maths may be eligible for the alternative Applied Number Skills course. WATCH OUR NURSING STUDENTS’ EXPERIENCES HERE AT WWW.RGU.AC.UK/NURSINGVIDEOS STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 3 years (standard or ‘family friendly’ route)

a clear future | 149 ADULT NURSING

Adult nurses have a key role in working with people Year 2 and communities to promote health, prevent ill-health In year 2 you will continue to explore the themes studied in and to enable people to maintain and improve mental year 1. Again you will engage with both online and face-to-face and physical health. They care for people who are modules and you will be exposed to bio-psycho-social sciences acutely ill or who have long-term conditions, recovering for field specific nursing and essential nursing skills for practice. from an accident or illness, or learning to live with a In year 2 you will undertake practice placements that amount disability. As an adult nurse you will work in partnership to 24 weeks under the supervision of named mentors. You will with individuals, families, carers and groups who may also undertake an online learning module during your first have a wide range of healthcare needs as part of a clinical practice placement, enabling you to make the links healthcare inter-professional team. This means you are between theory and practice. required to have a wide range of skills and expertise. Year 3 In year 3 you will further develop your nursing knowledge and CAREER OPTIONS clinical nursing skills. You will undertake practice placements Adult nurses work within and outwith the NHS, delivering and that amount to 30 weeks devoted to learning in an adult leading services for people from the age of 16 years upwards nursing environment. You will study the core themes of: who are ill, recovering from an accident or illness, or learning to research and quality improvement; management and live with a disability. They also work with people to enable the leadership in practice; key generic and field specific clinical maintenance of mental and physical health. skills; complex and significant health issues across the lifespan; health services for the public and for the vulnerable individual WHAT YOU WILL STUDY and groups; and delivering person-centred safe and effective Year 1 nursing care. In year 1 you will commence your studies in nursing by You will also have the opportunity to undertake an international exploring the themes of: health; understanding health exchange placement in this year as well as choosing one inequalities; health promotion; information literacy and module from a range of options. effectiveness; person-centred practice; essential clinical For entry requirements please refer to page 149. nursing skills for delivering safe practice; and bio-psycho-social sciences, underpinning nursing practice across the lifespan. You will be responsible for managing your own learning and engaging with reflective learning and reflective practice as you learn to understand and develop your ethical and professional attitudes and behaviour. Your learning will be facilitated by both face-to-face and online WATCH OUR NURSING STUDENTS’ EXPERIENCES HERE AT WWW.RGU.AC.UK/NURSINGVIDEOS modules. You will also undertake practice placements that amount to 18 weeks under the supervision of named mentors.

150 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS beverley brown, adult nursing

This year, I am mostly wearing... If I’m not in Uniform, I’m in my jeans, hoodie, scarf and my infamous pink ear muffs. Favourite thing about RGU? RGU has amazing opportunities for students including a link with Houston that offers a 2 week visit in 3rd year which I was so lucky to take part in this year. In January I’m off to the Netherlands with the University on the Erasmus Programme for 3 months. They also have a great simulation man who can act out any given number of scenarios we might come across in practice, computerised and controlled by lecturers behind the scenes. It gives us a chance to practice skills and critical thinking in a safe environment so we can get it right when we are out on What did you want to be when you were small? Many things, at the age of 7 I went on my first aeroplane and wanted to be an air hostess. Turns out though, back in the day, air hostesses were registered nurses, so I wasn’t

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 151 CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S NURSING

Children and young people’s nursing not only involves Year 2 the child or young person but includes the wider family. In year 2 you will continue to explore the themes studied in Therefore, family centred care is a high priority to year 1. Again you will engage with both online and face-to-face ensure the health and wellbeing of the child or young modules and you will be exposed to bio-psycho-social sciences person is optimal. As a children and young people’s for field specific nursing and essential nursing skills for practice. nurse you will need to be very intuitive, extremely In year 2 you will undertake practice placements that amount reassuring and have good observational skills. to 24 weeks under the supervision of named mentors. You will also undertake an online learning module during your first CAREER OPTIONS clinical practice placement, enabling you to make the links The balance of care across the fields of nursing is shifting between theory and practice. from being hospital based to the community, with care being Year 3 provided in a variety of settings by nurses in community based In year 3 you will further develop your nursing knowledge and roles. As a children and young people’s nurse you will be clinical nursing skills. You will undertake practice placements looking after not only the individual with a health care need, that amount to 30 weeks devoted to learning in a children and but their families and carers, providing education and support young people’s nursing environment. You will study the core to those who require nursing input. themes of: research and quality improvement; management and leadership in practice; key generic and field specific clinical WHAT YOU WILL STUDY skills; complex and significant health issues across the lifespan; Year 1 health services for the public and for the vulnerable individual In year 1 you will commence your studies in nursing by and groups; and delivering person centred safe and effective exploring the themes of: health; understanding health nursing care. inequalities; health promotion; information literacy and You will also have the opportunity to undertake an international effectiveness; person-centred practice; essential clinical exchange placement in this year as well as choosing one nursing skills for delivering safe practice; and bio-psycho-social module from a range of options. sciences, underpinning nursing practice across the lifespan. For entry requirements please refer to page 149. You will be responsible for managing your own learning and engaging with reflective learning and reflective practice as you learn to understand and develop your ethical and professional attitudes and behaviour. Your learning will be facilitated by both face-to-face and online modules. You will also undertake practice placements that amount to 18 weeks under the supervision of named mentors.

“ The facilities are great, especially the simulated nursing ward. The children’s course is usually a small class and you really get to know your classmates, which makes it easier for group work and support when you’re on a placement. All staff are lovely, considerate and really understand the emotions you will go through, throughout the course.” Samantha McKendrick

152 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Mental Health NURSING

Mental Health nurses have a key role in promoting the effectiveness; person-centred practice; essential clinical mental and physical health and wellbeing of individuals nursing skills for delivering safe practice; and bio-psycho- and communities, and preventing the development of social sciences, underpinning nursing practice across the mental health problems. They are highly skilled in lifespan. You will be responsible for managing your own assessing the impact of mental health problems on a learning and engaging with reflective learning and reflective person’s thoughts, emotions, behaviour, physical and practice as you learn to understand and develop your ethical social health. They deliver care and treatment in and professional attitudes and behaviour. Your learning will partnership with the individual, their support networks be facilitated by both face-to-face and online modules. You and other professionals, making mental health nursing will also undertake practice placements that amount to 18 a stimulating and challenging field of nurse practice. weeks under the supervision of named mentors. They focus on developing therapeutic relationships Year 2 based on hope, trust, acceptance and honesty. The belief In year 2 you will continue to explore the themes studied in in the potential of people to recover and live a full and year 1. Again you will engage with both online and face-to- rewarding life is vital. face modules and you will be exposed to bio-psycho-social This course will develop you into a skilled and confident sciences for field specific nursing and essential nursing skills mental health nurse, equipped to deliver relationship and for practice. In year 2 you will undertake practice placements recovery- focused nursing whilst taking into account the that amount to 24 weeks under the supervision of named rights of the patients and their carers. mentors. You will also undertake an online learning module during your first clinical practice placement, enabling you to CAREER OPTIONS make the links between theory and practice. Mental Health nurses work with people of all ages and in a Year 3 variety of environments both in the community, hospital and In year 3 you will further develop your nursing knowledge and custodial settings. There are a number of specialist areas clinical nursing skills. You will undertake practice placements that within this exciting field of nursing such as forensics, amount to 30 weeks devoted to learning in a mental health problematic substance use, eating disorders, elderly and child nursing environment. You will study the core themes of: and adolescence mental health. Contemporary mental health research and quality improvement; management and leadership nurses are part of multidisciplinary teams working alongside in practice; key generic and field specific clinical skills; complex social workers, police, custodial officers, occupational and significant health issues across the lifespan; health services therapists and midwives. for the public and for the vulnerable individual and groups; and delivering person centred safe and effective nursing care. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY You will also have the opportunity to undertake an international Year 1 exchange placement in this year as well as choosing one module In year 1 you will commence your studies in nursing by from a range of options. exploring the themes of: health; understanding health inequalities; health promotion; information literacy and For entry requirements please refer to page 149.

Everyone I have met has been very happy ACCESS GREAT to teach me and help me build on my skills. There is a lot to learn and a lot of work OPPORTUNITIES to do, but everything is so interesting and challenging, it motivates me to work “ I have had three placements in Royal a lot harder.” Cornhill Hospital, where patients and Mental Health Nursing Student staff were so motivating and encouraging.

a clear future | 153 BACHELOR OF NURSING (HONS) ADULT This four-year full-time Honours degree will enable you STUDY ABROAD to develop the knowledge and skills needed to practise Our third year student nurses have an opportunity to apply for confidently and effectively within the constantly a three-month European Exchange with one of the School’s changing hospital and community-based environments, European Partners in Belgium, Finland, Norway or Spain. potentially within a management or research-based role. We also run a Grampian-Houston Student Nurse Exchange The opportunity to study for an additional year provides Programme which involves a reciprocal two-week exchange an opportunity to elect to choose to specialise in either between RGU and the Houston Baptist University (HBU), Immediate Care of Acute Emergencies/Unscheduled Texas. During the visits, students experience a variety of Care or Contemporary Health Care Needs in the different clinical placements, as well as spending time in the Community/Principles in Public Health Nursing. This host university attending classes and getting to know the local will include a 12-week practice placement experience students. Further opportunities for exchange may be available related to the chosen major elective route. as we develop our links and partnerships.

FACILITIES PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION Our Clinical Skills Centre has two ward areas with six beds in Graduates are eligible to register on the Nursing and each, a High Dependency Unit, a Children’s Room and a Home Midwifery Council Professional Register. Setting. This is a very realistic clinical environment and it has all the equipment you would expect to find in a ward or a FUNDING community setting. The course utilises high fidelity simulation Funding is provided by a non means-tested Nursing and technology to facilitate learning and to ensure that core nursing Midwifery student bursary scheme. Students should apply skills are learned prior to clinical practice. to SAAS for this, please see page 174 for more information. PLACEMENT CAREER OPTIONS Our placement opportunities are diverse and allow you to Our nursing graduates have gone on to work in hospitals or experience a wide variety of care settings, including urban and community settings, undertaking more specialist and rural, hospital and community based, NHS and private sector responsible roles as their careers have progressed. The across the north east of Scotland and the Orkney and Shetland course prepares you to work effectively within the health islands. As part of the placement experience you will need to fit care sector and provides an excellent foundation for future in with the 24/7 nature of care which will include weekend and academic study and the development of more specialist night duties. nursing knowledge and skills for clinical, managerial and/or research roles.

“ I have had so many amazing opportunities and experiences as a student on the course and wholeheartedly encourage anyone to seize the opportunity and do the same. Placements have been fantastic for consolidating the theory we are taught in classes. They are highly varied and I’ve even been as far afield as inland.”F

154 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B740 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 You will commence your studies in nursing by exploring the SQA Higher themes of: health; understanding health inequalities; health BBBC including English. A science subject is also promotion; information literacy and effectiveness; person- recommended. Maths and a science subject are required centred practice; essential clinical nursing skills for delivering at Standard Grade 3 or above if not held at Higher. safe practice; and bio-psycho-social sciences, underpinning GCE A Level nursing practice across the lifespan. You will be responsible BCC including English. A science subject is also for managing your own learning and engaging with reflective recommended. Maths and a science subject are required learning and reflective practice as you learn to understand and develop your ethical and professional attitudes and at GCSE Grade C or above if not held at A Level. behaviour. Your learning will be facilitated by both face-to- Irish Leaving Certificate Higher face and online modules. You will also undertake practice B2B2B2C1 including English. A science subject is also placements that amount to 18 weeks under the supervision of recommended. Ordinary Level Maths and a science named mentors. subject required at Grade C1 or above if not held at Year 2 Higher Level. You will continue to explore the themes studied in year 1; English Language Qualification again you will engage with both online and face-to-face All applicants whose first language is not English are modules and you will be exposed to bio-psycho-social required to have an IELTS (International English Language sciences for field specific nursing and essential nursing skills Testing System) score of 7.0 in all elements or an for practice. In year 2 you will undertake practice placements appropriate equivalent. that amount to 24 weeks under the supervision of named mentors. You will also undertake an online learning module Additional Information during your first clinical practice placement, enabling you to Applicants who do not have the required minimum of make the links between theory and practice. Standard Grade 3 for Maths may be eligible for the alternative Applied Number Skills course. Year 3 You will undertake practice placements that amount to 30 Selection Visit weeks devoted to learning in an adult nursing /children and Applicants will be invited to attend a selection event. young people’s/mental health environment dependent on This will take the form of a tour of the facilities, an the field of practice under the supervision of named mentors. opportunity to meet academics and practitioners and You will study the core themes of research and quality an interview. improvement; management and leadership in practice; key Special Requirements generic and field specific clinical skills; complex and Acceptance to all nursing and midwifery courses is subject significant health issues across the lifespan; health services to a health and immunisation screening and satisfactory for the public and for the vulnerable individual and groups; and PVG clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure). delivering person-centred safe and effective nursing care. You will also have the opportunity to undertake an international For more details about the PVG scheme please visit exchange placement in this year as well as choosing one www.disclosurescotland.co.uk module from a range of options. Year 4 STUDY OPTIONS For those students who are undertaking an Honours pathway Full-time: 4 years through the programme, year 4 provides an opportunity to elect to specialise in either Immediate Care of Acute Emergencies/Unscheduled Care or Contemporary Health Care Needs in the Community/Principles in Public Health Nursing. This will include a 12-week practice placement experience related to the chosen major elective route. In year 4 you will therefore study 2 modules related to your specialist elective route, and an integrated health and social care module as well as undertaking a dissertation.

a clear future | 155 NUTRITION BSC (HONS) A nutritionist is primarily concerned with the study PLACEMENT of nutrients in food, how nutrients are used in the body, An important element of the course is a 12-week practical and the relationship between diet, health and disease. work placement in year 4 (subject to availability) that gives Nutritionists draw on a range of subjects to inform their you an opportunity to try out your skills and gain confidence professional practice and they need to have a good in the workplace. You will work alongside a nutritionist in understanding of social science as well as chemistry and research, the food industry, public health or a government biology. Increasingly nutritionists are finding employment in agency, and undertake a work-based project. Typical the NHS in health improvement and public health nutrition. placement providers include Nestlé, McDonald’s head office, Food Standards Agency, Baxters Food Group, Macphie of As a public health nutritionist you might work with groups Glenbervie, and the Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health. or communities to promote health, wellbeing and reduce inequalities. The Food Standards Agency and the Department PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION of Health, which are government departments, employ only The course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition, nutritionists who are registered, to be sure that they are which has also commended it for its quality. Graduates are appropriately qualified from a recognised university such eligible to apply for entry to the UK Voluntary Register of as Robert Gordon University. Nutritionists (UKVRN) as an Associate Nutritionist. Our degree course will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence you will need to become an effective nutritionist. You will gain an in-depth understanding of how people interact with their food, the digestive process, how diseases are related to diet, and how to ensure that food is wholesome and safe to consume. CAREER OPTIONS The Times Good University Guide 2013 placed Robert Gordon There is a wide range of career opportunities available that University in the top ten universities in the UK for food science, includes working within: the health industry (including the the top-rated Scottish university for this category. Staff have pharmaceutical industry); sport and fitness; the food industry excellent links with the food industry, NHS, research institutes, from primary production through product development to the and national and international agencies. These links are fully retail chains; health education and improvement; government utilised to provide external speakers, study visits, projects and and international agencies such as the Food Standards placements which ensure that the course has relevance to Agency; the World Health Organization; the Government employment opportunities. Office for Science and Technology; and research for industry, government or universities.

“ The fourth year placement was one of the highlights of the course. It was a fantastic GAIN and exciting experience working at the MRC Collaborative Centre for Human VALUABLE Nutrition Research in Cambridge. It helped me extend and practise the skills learned at University, and learn about the EXPERIENCE responsibilities and the day-to-day challenges faced by research nutritionists.” Elizabeth Deschamp

156 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B400 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Biology for Life Sciences • Chemistry for Life Sciences • SQA Higher Practical Skills for Life Sciences • Applied Microbiology • BBCC to include Chemistry and one further science. Global and Social Nutrition • Biomolecular Science • Food English and Maths are required at Standard Grade 2 Studies • Macronutrients or above. Year 2 GCE A Level Nutritional Physiology • Metabolism • Micronutrients • CCC to include Chemistry and one further science. Sociology and Psychology • Life Cycle Nutrition • Nutritional English and Maths are required at GCSE Grade B Research Methods • Communication Studies or above. Year 3 Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Food Product Development • Nutritional Epidemiology • B2B2C1C1 to include Chemistry and one further science. Health Promotion • Molecular Biology and Human Genetics • English and Maths are required at Ordinary Level Grade B Clinical Immunology • Molecular Genetics • Experimental or above. Molecular Biology for Nutrition • Nutritional Literature Study IB Diploma Year 4 26 to include Higher Level Chemistry at Grade 4 and one Industrial Placement • Developing Professional Studies • Public further science. English and Maths are required at Health Nutrition • Research Project • Advanced Nutrition Standard Level Grade 5 or above.

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different types of beans were used by students in 10the RGU food handling lab last year

Elizabeth Deschamp

a clear future | 157 NUTRITION AND DIETETICS BSC (HONS) Our course combines the study of nutrition and its PLACEMENT application in dietetics, helping to prepare students Vital elements of the course are the placement opportunities for careers as dietitians. Dietitians need insights to that are integrated in years 2, 3 and 4, enabling you to work sociology, psychology and behaviour change to inform alongside qualified dietitians in hospitals and community their professional practice. settings. You will undertake 1,000 hours of practice, typically The course will provide you with an in-depth spread over a four-week placement between years 2 and 3, understanding of a variety of aspects of health and diet, a 12-week placement between years 3 and 4, and a 12-week including the effects that preparation methods have on placement in year 4. In this final placement, you will have the the quality of food, what happens to nutrients when confidence and skills to run your own wards and clinics. they are absorbed from the gut, and what health The majority of placements are provided by the NHS problems might be expected from having too much (subject to availability). or too little of some dietary components. PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION Dietitians help people to change their diets so that their This course is accredited by the British Dietetic Association, medical conditions can be treated or alleviated, they and it is approved by the Health and Care Professions help people to cope with conditions that affect their Council as suitable preparation for registration as a Dietitian. appetite or their ability to consume a normal varied diet, and they also promote good dietary habits to help people reduce their risk of developing chronic diseases later in their lives. The Times Good University Guide 2013 placed Robert Gordon University in the top ten universities in the UK for food science, CAREER OPTIONS the top-rated Scottish university for this category. Staff have Although the majority of our graduates begin their careers as honorary positions in the NHS and research institutes that help dietitians in the NHS, there are also many opportunities to foster important links with employers and to ensure that the within the private sector. Our graduates have gone on to course has relevance to employment opportunities. Graduates achieve great success in their careers including Diet Advisor compete well for dietetic positions in the UK. However, we also for Manchester United FC, Sports Dietitian with Sport have a number of graduates working in other countries Scotland, Crisis Advisor for the World Health Organization, including USA, Canada, Australia, Greece, Spain, France, Chief Dietitian at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and General Botswana, and Malaysia. Manager of the Hong Kong Health Service.

“ This course arms you with an extensive range of practical skills that will aid you TRAIN on completion of the course. Graduates like me, who have chosen to become FOR THE qualified health professionals, have benefited from the support and practical aspects taught by dietitians and REAL WORLD nutritionists who lecture at this University.” Steven Cameron

158 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B401 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Biology for Life Sciences • Chemistry for Life Sciences • SQA Higher Practical Skills for Life Sciences • Applied Microbiology • BBBC to include Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology and Global and Social Nutrition • Biomolecular Science • English (or a subject requiring the use of English) and Food Studies • Macronutrients Standard Grade Maths at Grade 2 or above. Year 2 GCE A Level Nutritional Physiology • Metabolism • Micronutrients • BCC to include Chemistry and Biology. English and Sociology and Psychology • Life Cycle Nutrition • Maths are required at GCSE Grade B or above. Communication Studies • Nutritional Research Methods • Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Practice Placement A B2B2B2C1 to include Chemistry, Biology and English Year 3 (or a subject requiring the use of English) and Ordinary Dietetics • Nutritional Epidemiology • Food Product Level Maths at Grade B or above. Development • Health Promotion • Practice Placement B IB Diploma Year 4 27 to include Higher Level Chemistry and Biology at Practice Placement C • Advanced Nutrition • Research Grade 5. Maths and English required at Standard Level Project • Public Health Nutrition Grade 4. English Language Qualification All applicants whose first language is not English are required to have an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 7.0 or an appropriate equivalent. Selection Visit All shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a selection visit prior to an offer of a place on the course being made. This will take the form of a tour of the facilities, an opportunity to meet staff and students, and an interview. The selection process includes evaluation of your Want to know more? professional suitability and communication skills. Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK Special Requirements Medical screening, evidence of immunisation and satisfactory PVG clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure) are a requirement for all successful applicants Steven Cameron prior to commencement on the course.

STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years

a clear future | 159 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY BSC (HONS) Learning, growing, working, managing our homes, PLACEMENT and caring for our families and ourselves are daily The five practice education placements take place in a variety of ‘occupations’ of life. Physical, emotional, or other settings throughout Scotland and are designed to help you challenges can prevent people from participating integrate and apply occupational therapy skills and knowledge. fully in the job of living. For example, stroke, injury, During your final “elective” placement there may be the depression and developmental disabilities can make opportunity for you to undertake a placement abroad or within it difficult for people to do everyday tasks or be as areas of ‘role emerging’ practice, such as the prison service or active and as independent as they would like. As a voluntary sector. profession, occupational therapy enables people to recover from injury and illness and to regain PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION independence to enjoy life to its fullest. This degree is a professional qualification which is accredited As an Occupational Therapy student you will be taught within by the College of Occupational Therapists and meets the our purpose-built facilities that include a Social Care Setting standards of the World Federation of Occupational and Clinical Skills area. This will allow you to develop and Therapists. It is also approved by the Health and Care practise your skills before using them in the workplace. You Professions Council, registration with which is a requirement will benefit greatly from the practice placements which are of employment in the NHS and other statutory bodies. integrated throughout the four years of the course. You will also spend significant periods of time undertaking ‘situated CAREER OPTIONS learning activities’ within the local community, gaining A career in occupational therapy offers the opportunity to work experience and learning about people and their day to day in a dynamic and increasingly important area of health and situation and activities within the community. social care. Occupational therapists work in hospitals, social The Occupational Therapy course has an international link work services, rehabilitation units, housing services, schools, with LaCrosse University, USA. This provides opportunities day care facilities, patient homes, third (voluntary) sector, for exchange visits within your third year, enabling you to prison service and addiction services. gain experience of health and social care in another country.

“Through experience gained on placement at Horseback UK, and support from the RGU careers team, I was offered a job one week after graduating with Combat Stress; rehabilitating war veterans who have suffered psychological war wounds.” Emma Borthwick, Occupational Therapy graduate

160 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B920 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 In year 1 you will develop a basic understanding of the SQA Higher relationship between humans, occupations, health and BBBC to include English (or a subject requiring the use of English) and one from Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Human the environment as well as gaining foundational knowledge, Biology. Maths is required at Standard Grade 2 or above if not self-awareness, organisational and study skills. You will at Higher. be taught certain core modules along with students from physiotherapy, diagnostic radiography and sport GCE A Level BCC to include English (or a subject requiring the use of science courses. English) and one from Chemistry, Physics or Biology. Maths is Year 2 required at GCSE B or above if not at A Level. In year 2 you will explore wider issues in the theory of Irish Leaving Certificate Higher occupational therapy, clinical sciences and social studies and B2B2B2C1 to include English (or a subject requiring the explore media and treatment programmes commonly used in use of English) and one from Chemistry, Physics or practice. Some second-year modules are shared with students Biology. Maths is required at Ordinary Level B or above if not at Higher. from physiotherapy and diagnostic radiography, reflecting the shared experiences within the working environment. IB Diploma 27 to include Higher Level English (or a subject requiring the Year 3 use of English) and one from Chemistry, Physics or Biology at In year 3 the emphasis will be placed on greater independent Higher Level Grade 5. Maths is required at Standard Level study and increasing competence in practice placements. Grade 4 or above. You will be challenged with regard to wider issues concerning Advanced Entry occupation, international perspectives and the value HNC in Occupational Therapy Support may allow advanced of occupation. entry to year 2. Year 4 English Language Qualifications Year 4 gives you the opportunity to evaluate basic occupational All applicants whose first language is not English are required therapy skills, the wider issues of professional practice to have an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 7.0 or an appropriate equivalent. including interdisciplinary practice and the working environment. You will engage in in-depth self-directed study, Practice Visit acquire an increased breadth of understanding and develop Applications should demonstrate understanding of the role of a critical approach to practice. You will also extend your the Occupational Therapist which may be evidenced by including details of visits you have made to an Occupational awareness of the work setting and life-long learning, and gain Therapy setting within your personal statement. the confidence to be flexible in approach to professional practice and self-evaluation. Selection Visit All shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a half day Throughout the course you will be required to reflect on selection visit prior to an offer of a place on the course your academic and professional development and consider being made. The selection process includes evaluation of your future learning needs. Other threads running through your professional suitability, communication and team the course include Health Improvement, User-Perspective, working skills. Leadership, Public Health, Research, Culture and Special Requirements Diversity, Partnership Working, Information Management Medical screening, evidence of immunisation and satisfactory and Technology. PVG clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure) are a requirement for all successful applicants prior to commencement on the course. Details of immunisation requirements can be found on our course webpage at www.rgu.ac.uk. For more details about the PVG scheme please visit Disclosure Scotland at TALK TO OUR STUDENTS ON FACEBOOK www.disclosurescotland.co.uk WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ROBERTGORDONUNIVERSITY STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years

a clear future | 161 PHARMACY MPHarm The role of the modern pharmacist has evolved in recent PLACEMENT years, making it a hugely varied and rewarding Professional experiences are a range of learning activities across profession. Pharmacists advise on and deliver the latest the course with patients, carers, pharmacists and other in cutting-edge treatments and medicines to millions of healthcare professionals in order to allow you to develop as patients every day. Whether on the frontline of the NHS professionals and put into practice the skills and knowledge as a community pharmacist, working on a hospital ward, acquired in the course. These interactions include in a GP practice, in research or within industry, Interprofessional Education, on and off campus placements pharmacists are an integral part of the healthcare team. which take place in a variety of settings, interaction with patients Pharmacy offers a challenging and patient-focused and external lecturers. You will reflect on your professional career path. development through these experiences using an e-portfolio. Our course produces effective practitioners with the knowledge and skills to deliver the very best PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION pharmaceutical care for patients underpinned by sound The course is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council scientific principles.T his is achieved through a (GPhC). Therefore on graduation, provided you comply with student-centred approach, developing you as a life-long the GPhC’s Fitness to Practise requirements learner and reflective practitioner. An emphasis is (www.rgu.ac.uk/pharmacy/ftp) you will be eligible to placed on inter-professional learning where you will undertake a pre-registration year. At the end of this you will learn with and from other professions such as medicine, have to demonstrate various competencies and pass a dentistry, nursing and allied healthcare professions. registration assessment to be eligible to register as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council. You will develop an understanding of how the body works; the effects of disease; how drugs are made, delivered to and affect CAREER OPTIONS the body; and importantly, how to achieve shared decision making with patients that ensures the maximum benefit from Pharmacists have wide and varied career options. You may focus medicines with the minimum incidence of side effects. on a clinical career and progress as a hospital clinical pharmacist or work in a community pharmacy. You may train and register as FACILITIES a non-medical prescriber, follow a management career route either within the NHS, the pharmaceutical industry or a You will benefit from studying in our new purpose-built community pharmacy company. Some of our graduates return to facilities, particularly our Pharmacy Simulation Centre. The academia to teach and carry out research. Or you could follow a modern, state-of-the-art chemistry, formulation, biomedical career in a more unusual area such as veterinary pharmacy, and microbiological laboratories will allow you to develop regulation, the military or health journalism. the fundamental scientific skills which underpin modern pharmacy practice. Additional postgraduate qualifications could allow you to become an advanced practitioner in an area of specialist practice. Whichever you choose the challenges are enjoyable and the rewards are high.

Ronan (middle) receiving his award “ The outstanding reputation associated with Pharmacy at Robert Gordon University helped me decide to study here. I’d heard about the high-quality teaching and modern facilities, which over the past four years I have been lucky enough to experience.”

Ronan Sheridan (2012 Irish Young Pharmacist of the Year)

162 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B230 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Our course has three strands: The Pharmacist, The Patient, The Medicine, which are introduced separately and then SQA Higher become increasingly interlinked and developed over four AABBC to include Chemistry plus two further sciences from years. The emphasis is on preparing graduates for a dynamic Maths, Physics or Biology (Human Biology) at Grade B or profession and to reflect the need for continuing professional above at first sitting. Higher English (or subject requiring the development and life-long learning. use of English) should be achieved at a minimum of Grade C. Development of generic transferable skills, including GCE A Level numeracy, communication, IT and presentation skills, are ABB to include Chemistry plus one further science from embedded elements within all of the taught subjects and Maths, Physics or Biology at Grade B or above at first sitting. reflective practice is undertaken through the use of a personal English must be achieved at GCSE Grade B or above and development e-portfolio. Maths at GCSE Grade B or above if not at A Level.

Year 1 Irish Leaving Certificate Higher The emphasis is on science relevant to pharmacy and the AAB1B1B2 to include Chemistry plus two further sciences skills required to both complete the course and for from Maths, Physics or Biology at Grade B1 or above at first professional practice. An insight into the profession of sitting. English must be achieved at a minimum of B3. pharmacy covering the drug journey from discovery to IB Diploma pharmaceutical care and prescribing is introduced. 32 to include Higher Level Chemistry at Grade 6, one further Year 2 science (or Maths) at Higher Level Grade 5 and a written The science becomes more applied with the study of subject at HL Grade 5. One further science (or Maths) must biochemistry, therapeutics, pharmaceutical microbiology also be achieved at SL Grade 6. and the design and manufacture of medicines and their English Language Qualification supply within a professional and legal framework. All applicants whose first language is not English are required to Year 3 have an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) The concepts developed in previous years are consolidated score of 6.5 in all elements or an appropriate equivalent. with further integration of the strands; The Patient, The Additional Information Medicine and The Pharmacist. An approach to professional Applicants should note that General Pharmaceutical Council practice is developed that promotes the improvement of Fitness to Practise regulations (www.pharmacyregulation. health outcomes alongside further development of org) apply to pharmacy students. Offers of a place on the therapeutics, integrated with a strong science base MPharm course are subject to compliance with these emphasising quality assurance. The skills necessary to regulations and a satisfactory Good Health and Good conduct a research project in year four are introduced. Character declaration. Home UK students will be required to Year 4 complete Standard Disclosure Scotland. EU or overseas The skills, knowledge and attitude necessary for the demands students will need to obtain their country’s equivalent (such of a dynamic profession are strengthened using an integrated as police verification of good conduct) prior to commencing approach to pharmaceutical care, public health, professional the MPharm at Robert Gordon University. If you would like to service development and practice including prescribing, and know more about this, then please refer to our website at students undertake an individual research project. www.rgu.ac.uk/pharmacy/ftp

STUDY OPTIONS Full-time: 4 years

RGU PHARMACY – TOP EQUAL IN UK FOR STUDENT SATISFACTION (UNISTATS-KIS 2012)

a clear future | 163 PHYSIOTHERAPY BSC (HONS) Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that involves PLACEMENT working with people to promote their own health and Seven clinical placements, starting at the end of year 1, are wellbeing in a wide variety of health settings, from integrated throughout the course. This allows you to bring intensive care units to Premier League sports clubs, your experiences back into the University and enhances your to help restore movement and function to as near learning. You will complete placements in a range of clinical normal as possible. areas across Scotland, under the close supervision of Our course is delivered by experienced healthcare experienced physiotherapists. You will also have the support professionals who are committed to ensuring that you develop of University tutors who will visit you at least once during the skills and competencies needed to become a confident each of your placements. and independent physiotherapist. This course will enable you to effectively assess and treat patients, continually analyse STUDY ABROAD and evaluate your practice, and meet the demands of the The elective placement in year 3 of the course gives you rapidly changing health sector. the opportunity to study physiotherapy provision in another country if you wish. The vital clinical placement aspect of the course will provide you with the practical and ‘real-world’ experiences which will PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION help to ensure your employability after graduation. Successful completion of the course allows you to apply FACILITIES for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Your learning experience will be enhanced by state-of-the-art teaching and clinical skills facilities. The therapy practical rooms CAREER OPTIONS and human performance laboratory, which has a sophisticated three-dimensional motion analysis system, are key facilities you Physiotherapists work in health promotion, preventative will utilise during your study. In the clinical skills area you will healthcare, treatment and rehabilitation, with patients ranging be introduced to the ward setting and our computerised from children to older people and with a variety of conditions SimMan who is used to practise the treatment of an acutely from sports injuries to mental health issues. You will be ill patient in a safe environment. prepared to work within a wide range of NHS and private sector environments. Further postgraduate study will enable you to explore further career opportunities; for example animal and equine physiotherapy.

“Clinical placements have given me a wealth of experience in many areas of physiotherapy from stroke rehabilitation, women’s health and pulmonary rehabilitation to working in an osteopath clinic learning about alternative health therapies and sports therapies.” Pamela Mackie, Physiotherapy graduate

164 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS B160 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 During this year, knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and SQA Higher pathology and professional skills will be integrated with key Minimum BBBB from 5th year. Further subjects may be physiotherapy skills to allow you to undertake the first clinical required from 6th year. English and two sciences (Maths placement at the end of year 1. counted as a science) are required at Grade B from 5th or 6th year. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a Year 2 place may be asked to achieve more than is stated. This year develops your physiotherapy assessment and treatment skills with a wider array of people including GCE A Level neurology, musculoskeletal and respiratory conditions, across BBB to include two from Physics, Chemistry, Biology or a wider range of healthcare settings. You will explore the Maths. English (or a subject requiring the use of English) is interrelationships between physical, psychological, and social required at AS Level Grade B or above. aspects of rehabilitation, and how these can be managed to Irish Leaving Certificate Higher optimise recovery. Two further clinical placements are AAB2B2B2B2 to include English and two sciences. undertaken to reinforce these skills and link theory to practice. IB Diploma Evaluation of personal, professional and academic development 32 to include English and two sciences at Higher Level Grade are promoted within this year. 5, plus one further subject at Higher Level Grade 5 or above. Year 3 English Language Qualifications The management of acutely ill patients is developed further, All applicants whose first language is not English are alongside the exploration of human performance and the required to have an IELTS (International English Language promotion of physical fitness and activity. You are then Testing System) score of 7.0 or an appropriate equivalent. challenged to apply this knowledge to more complex patient presentations. The use of research to support and underpin Practice Visit practice is developed further encouraging development of Applications should demonstrate understanding of the clinical reasoning skills. A further two clinical placements are role of the Physiotherapist which may be evidenced by undertaken one of which you will organise yourself. including details of visits you have made to a Physiotherapy setting within your personal statement. Year 4 Selection Visit The emphasis in your final year relates to the evaluation and All shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a half day research skills necessary for a qualified physiotherapist in selection visit prior to an offer of a place on the course conjunction with understanding key issues relating to policies being made. The selection process includes evaluation of and interdisciplinary team working. Improving practice is your professional suitability, communication and team explored (incorporating critical evaluation of practice) aiming working skills. to further develop your physiotherapy skills and underpin their use with scientific evidence. Two final clinical placements Special Requirements allow development and refinement of the required treatment Medical screening, evidence of immunisation and and management skills needed prior to qualification. satisfactory PVG clearance (previously an enhanced disclosure) are a requirement for all successful applicants prior to commencement on the course. Details of immunisation requirements can be found on our course webpage at www.rgu.ac.uk. For more details about the PVG scheme please visit Disclosure Scotland at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

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a clear future | 165 SOCIAL WORK BA (HONS) (SSSC APPROVED) The role of the social worker is vital to the local PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION community and society in general. Working with people Successful completion of the degree confers eligibility to of all ages who may be socially excluded, vulnerable practise as a social worker within the UK, and to register with or undergoing some level of crisis, your role will be to the SSSC and the other Social Care Councils in the UK. guide, support and enable the service user to eventually support themselves as much as possible. CAREER OPTIONS This full-time degree will provide you with the underpinning Following successful completion of the course, students find knowledge, values and skills required by the Scottish Social employment across the social work sector. In the past our Services Council (SSSC) to practise as a qualified social worker. students have been in great demand throughout the UK. You will be prepared for practice in all areas of social work, The international focus of the course also provides including child care, child protection, criminal justice and employment possibilities in a range of European countries, community care, and in a range of settings, including the USA and Australia. Our graduates have also found community, residential and group care. employment in criminal justice, child care/child protection as well as working with people with mental health issues, This long-established course has an enviable reputation for substance misuse problems, physical disabilities or old age. the high quality of its teaching and support, as well as the high level of employment achieved by its graduates.

PLACEMENT A major strength of the course is the practice placement opportunities which are an integral part of study. You will undertake three practice placements: one lasting two months, one lasting three months and one lasting four months. There is also the opportunity to undertake one placement in a European country other than the UK. The rewards from undertaking these placements are enormous, both in terms of initial professional development and in applying theoretical principles to real-life situations. Practice is assessed according to the competence requirements of Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

“I think the placement opportunities on this course have to be the best in VALUABLE Scotland. The course work you learn from University is one thing, but PLACEMENTS being able to implement it into real life situations is something else. I feel that all three placements that I’ve had have been great in enhancing my knowledge.” Martin Ross, Social Work graduate

166 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Key facts UCAS L500 WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 1 Study and Research Skills • Individual Psychology and the SQA Higher Lifespan • Introductory Sociology • Social Work Values, BBCC Roles and Tasks • Cognitive and Social Psychology • GCE A Level Sociology of Identity, Difference and Deviance • An CCC Introduction to Law and Politics in Social Work • Social Work in Society Irish Leaving Certificate Higher B2B2C1C1 Year 2 Law and Social Work • Human Growth and Behaviour • IB Diploma Social Policy and Social Work Practice • Social Work 26 Methods • Social Work Practice 1 • Practice Learning 1/ Advanced Entry Contexts • Disability and Mental Health: A Life Course Entry into year 2 will be considered for candidates with Approach • Social Work with Older People • Social Work appropriate qualifications. If interested in this possibility please with People with Substance Problems • Group Care/Support contact the Admissions Tutor to discuss further. and Protection • Practice Issues and Ethical Dilemmas Interview Year 3 You will be required to attend an interview. Applicants who Social Work Practice 2 • Practice Learning 2/Contexts • do not have appropriate certificated learning (Standard Grade Personal and Professional Development 1 • Social Work in Maths Credit level or equivalent) will be expected to Child Care/Child Protection • Research Methods and Social demonstrate an appropriate level of numeracy at interview. Work Practice • Social Work in Criminal Justice • Counselling within Social Work Practice STUDY OPTIONS Year 4 Full-time: 4 years Social Work Practice 3 • Practice Learning – Risk Assessment/Risk Management • Evidence Based Practice • Dissertation Study • Interdisciplinary Practice • Comparative Health and Social Work OR Management in Social Work Want to know more? Settings OR Therapeutic Practice with Children Visit WWW.RGU.AC.UK

Martin Ross

Social Work students will spend around hours in discussion 250 groups in their first year

a clear future | 167 “The Occupational Therapy course at RGU allowed us to develop our enterprise idea into a start up business, called Arrows Connect. The business spiralled from our university project where we designed a ‘survival kit’ to help Allied Health Professionals pass the mandatory audit process. We have secured investment from software professionals to help set up and are now in the process of developing an all inclusive software programme to record Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Without RGU, Arrows Connect Ltd would never have had this opportunity to create a successful business.” Catherine Graham, Arrows Connect Ltd

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Applying to university can feel like an overwhelming experience, whether you’re leaving school or college, or have decided to change jobs and retrain. It’s hard to know where to start or what to expect – so in this section we’ve gathered together some information that we think might help to guide you through the process.

CONTENTS Accommodation 170 Living in halls of residence 172 Value for money 173 Money 174 Scholarships 179 Student support 180 How to apply 184 When to apply 186 College to university programmes 188 How to find us 190 City centre map 192 Garthdee campus map 193

aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 169 ACCOMMODATION… YOUR NEW HOME Leaving home for the first time can be one of the most exciting things about going to university. It’s an opportunity to live independently, meet new people, make new friends – and because Aberdeen really is a truly student-focused city, you’ll meet people from all over the world. That’s one reason why studying at Robert Gordon University is such a rewarding experience.

OUR ACCOMMODATION Applications The first thing you’ll need is somewhere to stay, a place to call Accommodation applications can be made at home. Robert Gordon University has various purpose-built www.rgu.ac.uk/roomonline. To apply, you must have accommodation developments situated in the city and at the accepted a Conditional or Unconditional offer, or have an Garthdee campus. The flats are well equipped and generally Insurance offer. Those living within 0–18 miles of Aberdeen you’ll have your own bedroom for some private space, while are not usually eligible to apply but may be considered in the kitchen and living areas are shared – usually with between exceptional circumstances and subject to availability. four and seven other students. Some of the accommodation is en-suite, whilst the remainder has shared washing and toilet Private Sector Accommodation facilities. If you are on a tight budget, we offer a shared room Please see our website under Alternative Accommodation option and at the top end of the market there are self- for links to www.rgustudentpad.co.uk and other advertising contained one bedroom flats. sites for private flats/rooms. ricesP in the private sector start The rent you pay includes internet access in most properties at around £80 per week (excluding bills). and personal contents insurance. In 2012/13 rent rates ranged from £65 to £175 per week. Need more information? You can have a look at the most up-to-date information For the most up-to-date information about accommodation and view our flats on our website at Robert Gordon University go to our website or contact us www.rgu.ac.uk/living/accommodation direct. We would be delighted to help and look forward to or you can call us on +44 (0)1224 262130 welcoming you to Aberdeen. or email [email protected] www.rgu.ac.uk/living/accommodation

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a clear future | 171 living in halls of residence If all our students living in University accommodation got together, they’d get through a lot of pizzas, caffeine and Bolognese. We estimated a few scenarios for fun:

LIKE MAMA USED TO MAKE THE BIG SLEEP If they all made a batch of spaghetti In 2012, we had 1,568 student bed spaces bolognese every week, it could fill the across all our halls of residence. Duthie Park duck pond.

caffeine hit ANDREX PUPPY They’d probably consume enough coffee They’d go through approximately 85,000 toilet to make a small ski jump, especially rolls. Imagine if they made a giant cardboard during exam time. bathroom sculpture?

tree huggers MAKE MINE A Margherita It is estimated that across all residences students If every student ordered at least 1 pizza a week produce around 20 tonnes of waste a week, of during term time, they would consume nearly which about 50% is recycled. 60,000 pizzas. That’s quite a few toppings.

172 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS value for money best value for money in scotland *All information correct at time of going to press. Prices subject to review at any time. The Student Value for Money Report 2012, The figures show the cost of RGU student residences in a placed RGU top in Scotland and second in single standard room for 2012/13 (40 weeks). Cost inclusive of heating, lighting, water, internet and personal the UK. contents insurance. Our strong position is the culmination of our tuition fees For private accommodation, you’ll need to add being amongst the lowest in the UK (average of £5,000 per approximately £25 a week for heating, lighting, water, and student per year), our performance in university league personal contents insurance. tables for graduate employability (placed 10th in the UK), Costs are based on estimated average student spend and and average rental costs (RGU was placed 53rd with £70.79 correspond to the approximate cost of living in the per week). Aberdeen area in 2012. The amount that students spend on personal expenses can vary considerably, depending on the COST OF LIVING individual student. We’ve put together a rough guide to the cost of living in Aberdeen. This is based on one academic year (40 weeks).*

Flat share Travel, social, in private sporting activities, accommodation clothes & phone calls £65–£110 a week or £3,600–£5,400 a year £30–£40 a week or £1,200–£1,600 a year FOOD & TOILETRIES £40 a week or £1,600 a year

Standard room in Uni accommodation BOOKS & £88–£106 a week or STATIONERY £3,520–£4,240 a year £300 a year

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aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 173 money Money is one of the most important issues for any student and you need to plan your own budget. Our Student Finance service will offer you all the help, advice and support that you need. We’ve summarised some key points, but check out our website at www.rgu.ac.uk/studentfinance for the most up-to-date information.

STUDENTS FROM SCOTLAND Independent Students’ Bursary Full details of support available to Scottish students from the If you are an ‘independent’ student, you may be eligible Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) are available at for ISB. In general, if you are over 25, are married, in a civil www.saas.gov.uk or by telephoning 0300 555 0505. partnership or living with a partner, or your parents are no longer alive, you would meet the criteria. The maximum Application for funding from SAAS can be made online at the amount available in 2013/14 is £750. Further details SAAS website with either a Conditional or Unconditional offer are available from the SAAS website. from mid-April onwards. Do not wait for your exam results – Supplementary Grants if your course or institution details change, you can easily You may be entitled to a supplementary grant depending change or cancel your application by calling SAAS. To ensure on your circumstances. Further details about these grants your funding is in place at the start of your course you should can be found at www.saas.gov.uk apply by 30 June. Tuition Fees STUDENTS FROM OTHER EU COUNTRIES If you live in Scotland, you may be eligible to apply to SAAS to pay your tuition fees for study in Scotland. Full information on Tuition Fees eligibility and how to apply can be found at www.saas.gov.uk. Students who are EU nationals are not liable to pay tuition fees for study in Scotland but must apply online to the Student Student Loans Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) to have these paid – Most students apply for a student loan to help with their www.saas.gov.uk. Students should confirm their eligibility living costs. Loans are income-assessed and for students with SAAS. commencing in 2013/14 will range from £4,500–£6,500, depending on family circumstances. Application for a student loan is made online to SAAS. Young Students’ Bursary If you are under 25 and from a low income family, you may be entitled to a Young Students’ Bursary. You can apply at the same time when applying for payment of your tuition fees. The maximum amount available in 2013/14 is £1,750.

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.

174 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS OTHER FUNDING INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FEES Discretionary Funds The fee that you pay as an international student depends on a This fund is to assist home UK students in financial difficulty. variety of factors. First of all, you need to know if you will pay Please note that students on Nursing and Midwifery courses fees at the ‘home’ rate or at the ‘overseas’ rate. ‘Home’ fees are and EU students are not eligible. often lower, but you will only be able to pay ‘home’ fees if you: Childcare Fund • have permanent residence in the UK and have been This fund is available to assist home UK students with the resident in the UK for three years, or cost of registered or formal childcare. Please note that EU • are a non-UK EU national (or a child of an EU national) who students and Nursing and Midwifery students are not eligible has lived in the European Economic Area (EEA) for three for assistance from this fund. years, or • are a non-UK EEA/Swiss migrant worker (or their family COURSES IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY member) in the UK and have lived in the EEA for three The following courses fall into this category: years, or • Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) – Adult • are a refugee (recognised by the UK government) • Bachelor of Nursing – Adult or a member of a refugee’s family, or • Bachelor of Nursing – Children and Young People’s • are a person who has applied for asylum and has been • Bachelor of Nursing – Mental Health granted exceptional leave to enter/remain, or a member • Bachelor of Midwifery of their family. Assistance for students studying Nursing and Midwifery The exact rules governing fees are quite complex and the courses is in the form of a non income-assessed bursary. above is only a summary. Fee rates can be found on the The rate for 2012/13 was £6,578 per annum. course detail pages of our website. Courses that involve Please visit www.saas.gov.uk for application details laboratory-based work (for example engineering or science and additional grants that are also available. courses) are usually more expensive than courses that are largely classroom-based. You can find an up-to-date list of all fees on the Student Finance pages of our website at www.rgu.ac.uk/studentfinance

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STUDENTS FROM THE REST OF THE UK SUPPORT FOR RUK STUDENTS From 2012, individual Scottish universities set their own Full details regarding the financial support available to fees for full-time undergraduate students who usually live in students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland are another part of the UK outside of Scotland (England, Wales available from the following student finance websites: or Northern Ireland). The need to change the fee level was England – www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance prompted by changes to university funding brought forward Wales – www.studentfinancewales.co.uk by the UK Government. Northern Ireland – www.studentfinanceni.co.uk Robert Gordon University has adopted a tiered approach with three bands of undergraduate fees reflecting the fact that some Student Loans courses cost more to deliver than others, for example those Most students apply for a student loan for living costs. involving laboratory or studio work versus classroom teaching. Loans are income-assessed and can be applied for online These fees are reviewed annually. For the most up-to-date at the appropriate student finance website. information we recommend you visit our website at Maintenance Grants www.rgu.ac.uk/feesruk Full-time students from England, Wales and Northern You’ll find the figures for each band, as well as the total fee for a Ireland from lower income households may be eligible for four year course. a maintenance grant. Details are available and application can be made online at the appropriate student finance website. A number of students may be able to secure entry into the second year of one of our four-year degree programmes. Thinking of applying? In this case, the student would benefit from a reduction in If you are from England, Wales, or Northern Ireland and the total fee payable for the degree programme, equivalent would like further information on Aberdeen and studying in to a full year’s fee for the relevant fee band. Scotland, please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/grin and find out why it’s grin up North! The University is also looking to establish a scheme for scholarships and bursaries eligible to all students and will present plans in due course. For the most up-to-date information please visit our website at www.rgu.ac.uk/studentfinance

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Fees for Rest of UK students 2013/2014 will be available on individual course pages once agreed early in 2013. www.rgu.ac.uk/areas-of-study/subjects

176 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 177 Richard Cooper, mechanical and offshore engineering

This year, I am mostly wearing... Currently Brown leather boots, cargo trousers, and Superhero T-Shirts. reading… David Weber’s ‘Honor Harrington’ series.

Why did you choose your course? RGU offered me the chance to complete my five year course in four years, and has great ties with industry for placements.

Favourite place to study? At my office desk at Bureau Veritas.

Best student memory so far? Working on the ROV MATE group project.

178 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIPS Winning a scholarship with a well-respected employer can put you on the fast track to career success whilst enabling you to be financially independent during the course of your studies. For the employer, the benefits of sponsoring are equally appealing, helping them to attract the most ambitious and talented placement students who have the potential, energy, determination and commitment to succeed – both academically and professionally.

KUDOS Companies who offer scholarships include: Kudos is harder to quantify, but just as important. Some of the Amec most successful companies in the UK are offering scholarships Atkins through Robert Gordon University. Winning a scholarship is therefore a serious endorsement of your academic and BP professional potential. Expro FMC Technologies CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Kongsberg The majority of scholarships offer work placement Petrofac opportunities, providing a professional platform for you to launch your successful career. Many of our scholars have Sparrows Offshore impressed their sponsors so much whilst on placement that Talisman they have been offered employment within the company Technip once they have successfully graduated. Total MONEY Wood Group Money is important and debt is a worry, whatever your age Zenith or circumstances. Winning a scholarship can make life easier To find out which courses are eligible for these scholarship and enable you to be truly focused on your studies. Our opportunities and how to apply, please visit scholars can receive up to £4,000 of funding support each www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships year and many of our sponsors offer paid placement opportunities too. THE RGU: SPORT SCHOLARSHIP RGU: SPORT offer Sport Scholarships for promising sports men and women to support developing their talents to succeed in their chosen sporting field whilst undertaking academic study. Scholarships include: free access to RGU: SPORT, academic flexibility support, Strength and Conditioning programming and coaching, nutrition advice, and access to other support services. Applicants must be at junior international standard or better. For further information contact [email protected]. More information about RGU: SPORT is available on page 24 or at www.rgu.ac.uk/rgusport

a clear future | 179 STUDENT SUPPORT We provide a comprehensive range of student support services. Our specialist support teams are here to advise and assist you during your time at University, to empower and enable you to realise your full potential.

The range of services includes: Careers Advice and Job Search/ Applications Support • Student Help Point (Information and Advice Centres) The Careers & Employability Centre encourages all students, • Careers & Employability Centre from 1st year onward, to make full use of the services, • Chaplaincy resources and tools the Centre provides. • Child Care Students can access support on identifying and assessing the • Counselling Support and Wellbeing career options that are right for them, secure part time/ summer jobs and work experience opportunities, and • Disability and Dyslexia Advice and Support progress themselves to sourcing and effectively applying for • International Student Advice, Visa and Immigration Centre their first graduate-level job. • Medical Services Throughout their career journey at Robert Gordon University • Study Skills and Access Unit students will become aware of their own employability and how to become effective career planners throughout their STUDENT HELP POINT working lives. The University’s Student Help Point should be your first point Find out more by visiting www.rgu.ac.uk/careersadvice of call for all your queries and questions about student life. You can pay… CHAPLAINCY Tuition fees, accommodation instalments, emergency loan Robert Gordon University’s Chaplaincy exists for the benefit repayments, graduation fees. of the whole University community. For further information please go to You can request… www.rgu.ac.uk/chaplaincy Student status letters, including letters for a bank account CHILDCARE and council tax purposes. The Treehouse Early Care and Education Centre at You can browse info on… Robert Gordon University (managed by Bright Horizons Careers, student finance, prospectuses, health, local info, Family Solutions) is situated on our Garthdee campus. This what’s on. outstanding purpose built facility provides the highest quality And lots more… care and education for babies and children of three months We issue replacement ID cards, and sell the Monday to to five years of age. Friday First Bus pass, Stagecoach Unirider bus pass, and www.rgu.ac.uk/nurseryfacilities Study Skills handbook. Also check out our reference library +44 (0) 1224 861840 covering local info, maps, health and finance. COUNSELLING AND WELLBEING SERVICE Supports and advises you on a wide range of pastoral and emotional issues to enable you to get the most out of your studies. Further information can be found at www.rgu.ac.uk/counselling For more information please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/studentservices

180 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS DISABILITY AND DYSLEXIA CENTRE ADAPTED ACCOMMODATION The Disability and Dyslexia Centre supports disabled The University’s Student Accommodation Service has students to realise their academic potential by working with a number of adapted flats. If you need adaptations or academic colleagues to improve the teaching and learning equipment, you should contact the Student Accommodation environment. It is validated by the Scottish Government to Service directly to discuss your requirements on undertake Needs Assessments. + 44 (0)1224 262130 We support individuals with physical and sensory impairments, health conditions, dyslexia or other specific learning Support for those who are, or have been, in care differences, and those with short- or long-term support needs. The service employs a dedicated Enabling Technologist who As part of its commitment to widening access, the University provides advice and support in the use of assistive and offers additional support to those who are, or have been, in enabling technology, and an Educational Psychologist. For the care of a local authority. You can inform us of this through further information about the specific support we offer, please your UCAS application, following which a member of our contact the Disability and Dyslexia Service on +44 (0)1224 Study Skills and Access Unit team will be in touch to discuss 262103 or email [email protected] your requirements further.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVICE, STUDY SKILLS AND ACCESS UNIT VISA AND IMMIGRATION CENTRE The Study Skills and Access Unit offers you confidential The International Student Advice, Visa and Immigration advice, support and guidance with a range of academic study Centre provides international students with a wide range of skills, including: support and advice which includes: • Academic Writing and Critical Thinking • advice on extending/renewing Tier 4 student visa/leave • Exam Preparation and Revision to remain • Maths, Statistics and Numeracy Skills • producing Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to support students’ visa extension applications • English Language (for International Students) • advice on working during your studies • Study Skills • organising a ‘meet and greet’ service on arrival at (time management, presentation skills etc) Aberdeen Airport and conducting orientation presentations during enrolment • Basic IT Skills • organising Police Registration and Health Screening We tailor our service to suit you – you can arrange on campus appointments on an individual or small group basis, and appointments can be face-to-face, via email or telephone. • offering other general information affecting international Contact us at [email protected] or visit students on issues including safety, transport, council tax, etc. www.rgu.ac.uk/studysupport for more information. The Service also plays an important role in ensuring that the University complies with its Highly Trusted Sponsor Licence USEFUL WEB LINKS as part of Tier 4 of the Points Based System. www.rgu.ac.uk/studentservices For more information on the service please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/careersadvice www.rgu.ac.uk/international or email [email protected] www.rgu.ac.uk/chaplaincy www.rgu.ac.uk/nurseryfacilities www.rgu.ac.uk/counselling www.rgu.ac.uk/disability www.rgu.ac.uk/international www.rgu.ac.uk/studysupport

182 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS aA CLEclearAR FUfutTuUrReE | 183 HOW TO APPLY So you’re ready to apply for a place at university and need to know what to do next. For lots of useful information you can go to the How to Apply section of our website – www.rgu.ac.uk – or visit the UCAS website at www.ucas.com. However, here’s some basic information to get you started.

HOW TO APPLY Your application to UCAS can have up to five choices of Entry Requirements universities and courses in the UK. For 2013 entry, the We are proud of our reputation as a friendly university and application fee was £12 for a single choice and £23 for two to welcome applications from students with a wide range five choices. Please checkwww.ucas.com for further details. of qualifications and from a diverse range of backgrounds. When applying to Robert Gordon University you will be asked Entry requirements for each course can be found in the Key for the institution code name, RGU and our institution code, Facts section on each course page. R36. Applications can be submitted to UCAS from September In general, our requirements are expressed in terms of 2013 until 15 January 2014. If we receive your application by qualification level, subject and grades. In Scotland these this date, we guarantee to consider it. Applications made to include Scottish Highers, HNC and HND qualifications. We UCAS after this date but before 30 June 2014 will still be also accept A Levels, International Baccalaureate Diploma and considered if there are places available. After 30 June 2014, Irish Higher Leaving Certificates. you can still apply through Clearing but please check with us first that we have vacancies, as you will only be able to apply to The entry requirements published in this prospectus tell you one course at a time. the minimum entry requirements for each course. However, for some courses we may ask for more than the minimum entry requirement. This is dependent on the number of applications What Happens Next? received in relation to the number of places available. • The first thing you will receive is an acknowledgment from UCAS along with details of each of the universities and courses that you have applied to. Alternative Qualifications We welcome applicants with equivalent qualifications to those • Robert Gordon University, as with most other universities, stated, including SVQs/NVQs, access programmes and some will then acknowledge the receipt of your application overseas qualifications. Applications from students with by email. non-standard qualifications or work experience may be • Each university will then make a decision on whether to considered for some courses. offer you a place and UCAS will send you an email alerting you to look at UCAS Track. How to Apply If you have applied to more than one course at any institution, Applications for admission to full-time undergraduate degrees you will receive a separate decision for each course. Please should be made through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges note that the application process can vary from course to Admissions System) www.ucas.com/apply. If you are course. overseas, you can apply direct through one of our trusted For example, you may be invited to attend a selection visit for a agents in your country. To find a list of countries we visit, go to health-related course such as Physiotherapy, or for an Art and www.rgu.ac.uk/international. For part-time courses you Design course, you may be asked to present your portfolio of can apply directly to the University at artwork, prior to a decision being made on your application. www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline Generally speaking there are three possible decisions: Once you register through UCAS and create your username • An Unconditional offer – if you have already met the and password, you are guided through the process of selection criteria. applying. After submission, log in to your UCAS Track account • A Conditional offer – if you still have to meet some of the and you can see the progress of your application, view and selection criteria. For example, awaiting exam results, respond to your offers. submission of an art portfolio, piece of written work, reference, etc.

184 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS • An unsuccessful application – unfortunately we have not English Language Requirements been able to offer you a place on your chosen course. Undergraduate students must have passed one of the below Once you have received all your offers from UCAS, you must Secure English Language Tests (meeting the minimum then decide which offers, if any, you wish to accept. You are grades for each of the components): allowed to accept a maximum of two offers – one firm and • IELTS Academic Test – 6.0 (with a minimum score of 5.5 one insurance. However, if your firm choice is unconditional, in each component). you cannot select an insurance choice. It is your responsibility • TOEFL IBT 80 (minimum of 21 in writing, 17 in listening, to let UCAS know your decision by the deadline date, 18 in reading and 20 in speaking). through your UCAS Track account. • Pearsons PTE Academic Test – 59 (with a minimum score • If your firm choice is Conditional and you meet the of 51 in each component). conditions, your offer will be changed to Unconditional Some courses do require a higher level of English language. If and you will receive formal notification from UCAS. this is the case then the required level will be highlighted on the • If you do not meet the conditions, you should contact Key Facts section on individual course pages in the prospectus. the institution directly to discuss what options are available to you. Pre-Sessional English Programme If you have a lower level of English, you may want to join our Pre-sessional English Programme (PSP). This course runs UCAS Extra during the summer and provides the practical basis in English If you have been unsuccessful, or have declined all five language that you will need to study at undergraduate level. offers, you could be eligible to participate in UCAS Extra, The course is open to international students with an IELTS which allows you to add a further choice to your application score of 5.5 or above with a minimum score of 5.5 in each without having to wait until Clearing. Extra operates from the component. Please email psp rgu.ac.uk for more details of end of February until early July 2013 and you should check @ this popular programme. for course vacancies on the UCAS website. During Your Course INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS All full-time students at Robert Gordon University can receive International applicants who wish to be considered for continuing English language support for the duration of their one of our undergraduate courses are required to have course. This normally consists of free English language classes qualifications which are comparable to the UK entry criteria organised on a course-by-course basis. You can also benefit we ask for, plus an acceptable standard of English language from short sessions of individual tuition covering areas of (see the English Language section). If you have already particular interest or concern, such as making presentations studied at college or university in your own country, you may or writing dissertations. For more information on language be eligible for advanced entry. support, contact The Study Skills and Access Unit [email protected] In the first instance please contact [email protected] who will be able to assist with your enquiries. Contact Details Our Admissions Office is always happy to answer any queries you may have – call us on +44 (0)1224 262728 for friendly advice or email [email protected]

a clear future | 185 when to apply Important dates for your diary for 2014 entry.

PERSONAL STATEMENT OPEN DAY Most teachers expect personal 2 october statements to be completed. Come see our stunning campus and tour our amazing facilities. APPLICAnTs’ DAYS Great opportunity for those who 2013 have applied to RGU to visit us.

READY...STEADY...GO! OPEN DAY 2 november If you can’t make the October event, this is START here another opportunity to visit. Start thinking about your UCAS UCAS DEADLINE application now UCAS application deadline for all RGU courses. Our code is R36.

186 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Curriculum for Excellence Key Information Sets (KIS) data In accordance with the guidance given by Our website has a small widget on individual course Universities Scotland in the paper ‘Beyond the pages which allow prospective students to compare Senior Phase – University Engagement with our undergraduate course information with other Curriculum for Excellence’, Robert Gordon universities. The KIS data compiled by HEFCE University is committed to ensuring that no pupil and available via the Unistats website includes undertaking the new curriculum in Scotland will information such as student satisfaction, graduate be disadvantaged. Further advice and guidance outcomes, teaching activities, fees and finance, is available on our website and will be updated accommodation and professional accreditation. regularly to ensure the information is current.

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MAKE UP YOUR MIND It’s decision time. Of your 5 choices, is RGU the one for you? 2014

APPLICAnts’ DAYS Further opportunity for applicants to visit our amazing campus. PORTFOLIO INTERVIEWS Gray’s School of Art review art and design portfolios. GOOD LUCK! Exam results are SELECTION VISITS published. Wishing Interviews for health and social you the best of luck! care related subjects.

a clear future | 187 college to university PROGRAMMES The University is committed to establishing and strengthening its links with all Further Education Colleges, and welcomes applications from students with HNC or HND qualifications. We have been working with five partner colleges across Scotland to link HNC and HND qualifications with our University degree courses, and provide hundreds of college students with an opportunity to gain an Honours degree with us every year.

We constantly review the courses we offer on a 2+2 basis, so degree link check our website for up-to-date details. RGU have joined forces with Aberdeen College and It is important to understand that, in some cases, you will need Banff and Buchan College to help students progress to meet course-specific requirements, such as taking specified from college to university, making the transition as easy options on your HN programme. Some courses will also and seamless as possible. require you to present a portfolio or attend an interview with Degree Link is mainly offered on a 2+2 basis, where the relevant degree course tutor. students who have successfully completed a 2 year For more information and advice contact our Admissions team college HND qualification can gain entry to the 3rd year on +44 (0)1224 262728. of a relevant four year Honours degree. There is also an option to undertake an HNC at one ASSOCIATE STUDENTS college and complete the HND at another, before If you are a college student, you may be eligible to apply for moving to RGU to complete the degree (known as Associate Student status at the University while studying for 1+1+2). In some cases 1+3 routes are available where your HN qualification. Becoming an Associate Student gives students can complete an HNC and enter into 2nd year you access to some of our excellent facilities, including the of the appropriate degree course. Library and RGU: SPORT. You will also be able to access a For more information on Degree Link, please visit range of online materials that will help prepare you for the www.degree-link.org.uk or contact transition to the University. [email protected] SUPPORT ARRANGEMENTS

There are a number of similar agreements in place with Angus All HN students coming into the University are invited to our College, Dundee College and the University of the Highlands University Orientation Programme, normally held during week and Islands. To find out more about our individual links with one of the first semester. This programme aims to help you hit colleges visit www.rgu.ac.uk/future-students and click on the ground running, and past feedback has shown that Degree Link. We also welcome applications from students at students have found it both informative and fun. Additional other colleges too! support is available individually or in small groups, both face-to-face and online. Some of our most popular advanced entry courses include: • Accounting and Finance • Applied Social Science • Applied Sport and Exercise Science • Computer Network Management and Design • Public Relations • Engineering • International Hospitality Management • International Tourism Management • Law and Management • Management • Media • Multimedia Development

188 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Jacqueline Ewen studied an HND at Aberdeen College, followed by BA International Tourism Management at RGU.

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Estimated car travel times to Aberdeen from Estimated flight times to Aberdeen from Dundee 1 hour 15 minutes Amsterdam 1 hour 40 minutes Edinburgh 2 hours 15 minutes Belfast 1 hour Glasgow 2 hours 45 minutes Birmingham 1 hour 30 minutes Inverness 2 hours 30 minutes Dublin 1 hour 10 minutes Frankfurt 2 hours London 1 hour 40 minutes Manchester 1 hour 15 minutes Newcastle 55 minutes Paris 2 hours Stavanger 1 hour 10 minutes

190 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Robert Gordon University is in By Rail There are regular rail services from Aberdeen to Glasgow, Aberdeen, one of Scotland’s Edinburgh, Inverness and most mainline stations in the UK. liveliest and most dynamic cities. Tel: 08457 48 49 50 Aberdeen is easy to reach by road, www.nationalrail.co.uk rail or air. Study takes place at the By Coach Garthdee campus on the River Dee. There are regular coach services from most major towns Garthdee is located at the southside and cities to Aberdeen Bus Station. Tel: 08705 50 50 50 of the city, approximately three www.citylink.co.uk miles from the centre of Aberdeen. 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. Cars can also be parked at the Park and Ride sites located in Kingswells and Bridge of Don. Regular bus services operate to the Garthdee campus from the city centre of Aberdeen. See page 193 for a list of postcodes to use for your satellite navigation system.

By Air Aberdeen Airport is seven miles north of the city centre. There are regular bus services from the airport to the city. Several airlines operate direct scheduled flights to Aberdeen, from UK and European airports, which include: Aer Lingus www.aerlingus.com Easyjet www.easyjet.com FlyBe www.flybe.com Eastern Airways www.easternairways.com BMI www.flybmi.com British Airways www.ba.com Lufthansa www.lufthansa.com

a clear future | 191 OUR CITY ABERDEEN CITY CENTRE MAP

192 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS OUR Riverside CAMPUS

Garthdee campus map

LIBRARY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING SCHOOL OF COMPUTING SCIENCE & DIGITAL MEDIA SCHOOL OF PHARMACY & LIFE SCIENCES STUDENT HELP POINT

The Garthdee campus is situated on the south side of the city, Sat Nav Postcodes on the banks of the River Dee. Gray’s School of Art AB10 7QD The Scott Sutherland School of Regular buses run to and from the Garthdee campus. Architecture and Built Environment AB10 7QB For more information, go to www.rgu.ac.uk/transport Aberdeen Business School AB10 7QE Faculty of Health and Social Care AB10 7QG Engineering, Computing, Pharmacy and Life Sciences AB10 7QQ

a clear future | 193 194 | SYMBOL OF SUCCESS Find out why we’re top TALK TO for graduate CURRENT STUDENTS employment Top university in Scotland for graduate-level jobs The Times Good University Guide (July 2012)

Tour our first- class facilities Meet our academic staff RGU Scholarship and funding opportunities EXPERIENCE OUR STUNNING riverside campus OPEN DAYS 2013

Wednesday 2 October 2013 Saturday 2 November 2013

Whether you’re thinking of going to University in 2014 or sometime in the future, our Open Days give you the chance to experience what it’s like to be a student at RGU. Pre-register online from Summer 2013 at www.rgu.ac.uk/openday

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About Aberdeen 10 How to Find Us 190 About Robert Gordon University 2 International Business Management 64 Accommodation 170 International Hospitality Management 52 Accounting and Finance 46 International Students 22 Applied Biomedical Science 139 International Tourism Management 54 Applied Social Sciences 132 Journalism 56 Applied Sport and Exercise Science 134 Law 60 Architectural Technology 122 Law and Management 58 Architecture 124 Management 67 Bachelor of Midwifery 146 Management with HRM 68 Bachelor of Nursing – Adult 150 Management with Marketing 69 Bachelor of Nursing – Children and Young People’s 152 Mechanical and Electrical Engineering 102 Bachelor of Nursing – Mental Health 153 Mechanical and Offshore Engineering 100 Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) Adult 154 Mechanical Engineering 98 Biomedical Science 140 Media 70 Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences 141 Money 174 Business Information Technology 82 Multimedia Development 92 Careers and Employability Centre 18 Nutrition 156 Commercial Photography 118 Nutrition and Dietetics 158 Communication Design Occupational Therapy 160 (Graphics/Illustration/Photography) 114 Our Riverside Campus 193 Computer Network Management and Design 84 Our City 192 Computer Science 86 Painting 108 Computing (Graphics and Animation) 90 Pharmacy 162 Computing (Application Software Development) 80 Physiotherapy 164 Construction Management 126 Placements 16 Contemporary Art Practice Public Relations 72 (Moving Image/Photography/Printmaking/Sculpture) 110 RGU: SPORT 24 College to University Programmes 188 Scholarships 179 Diagnostic Radiography 142 Social Work 166 Digital Media (Design, Production and Development) 88 Student Support 180 Electronic and Electrical Engineering 104 Student Union 29 Events Management 48 Study Abroad 20 Fashion and Textile Design 112 Surveying 128 Fashion Management 50 Three Dimensional Design Forensic and Analytical Science 144 (Ceramics and Glass/Jewellery/Product Design) 116 Green Credentials 26 When to Apply 186 How to Apply 184

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CREDITS Designed by The Gatehouse Design & Print Consultancy, RGU. Content compiled by RGU Marketing Department. Student Union section designed by RGU: Union. Photography by Ray Smith Photography, Stuart Johnstone, Bill Black and Martin Parker at RGU. Additional Photography by Aberdeen City Council and students at Gray’s School of Art. Printed by Linney Group. Robert Gordon University, a Scottish charity registered under charity number SC013781

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97.1% of students graduating from RGU with their first degree in 2010/11 were in employment or undertaking further study within 6 months. HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency), 2012