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Robert Gordon University

Aberdeen · QS World #1001

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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · QS World #288

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/10

Robert Gordon

scored higher in 2 categories

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8/10

Aberdeen

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Aberdeen leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). Robert Gordon University is ahead on employment, scholarship.

Robert Gordon University vs University of Aberdeen at a glance

Robert Gordon University and University of Aberdeen both teach 29 subject areas, the largest being Law, Business Studies and Management. Robert Gordon University offers 151 courses across 51 subject areas; University of Aberdeen offers 597 courses across 80 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at Robert Gordon University and £20,800 at University of Aberdeen: Robert Gordon University is about £2,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,060 a year at Robert Gordon University and £23,000 at University of Aberdeen: Robert Gordon University is about £3,940 a year cheaper.

Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Robert Gordon University is higher in 6 and University of Aberdeen in 6. The widest gap is in Electronic & Electrical Engineering: £36,000 three years after graduating from Robert Gordon University, against £32,000 from University of Aberdeen. Of the 13 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Robert Gordon University is higher in 8 and University of Aberdeen in 5.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

#1001
QS World
#288
#801
THE World
#201
#81
Guardian UK
#22
1729
Established
1495
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Robert Gordon University

University of Aberdeen

87.9%
89.2%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£33,900
£37,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

88.5%
78.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

14.4%
18.8%

International

International student share

151
597

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

43
3

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Robert Gordon

48 countries · 14.4% international

  • 🇳🇬Nigeria36.2%
  • 🇮🇳India16.2%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana9.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan8.5%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland5.9%
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Aberdeen

81 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇨🇳China20.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.1%

Subjects

29 subjects you can study at both

Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

Robert Gordon University

University of Aberdeen

Also taught at both: Information & Library Studies, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Health & Social Care, Media & Film Studies, Chemistry, Information Systems & Data Science, Building & Construction, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Biomedical Sciences, Marketing, Nutrition & Dietetics, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Human Resource Management, Public Relations.

Only at Robert Gordon University

Only at University of Aberdeen

Fees

What it costs international students

The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

Undergraduate

Robert Gordon University
£18,300
University of Aberdeen
£20,800

Robert Gordon University is about £2,500 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Robert Gordon University
£19,060
University of Aberdeen
£23,000

Robert Gordon University is about £3,940 a year cheaper.

Outcomes

Graduate outcomes by subject

Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

Robert Gordon University

University of Aberdeen

  • Law

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    86%Satisfaction92%

  • Business Studies

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£28,500
    86%Satisfaction100%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    84%Satisfaction83%

  • Computer Science

    £27,500Salary (3 years)No data
    85%Satisfaction77%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    85%Satisfaction71%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    No dataSatisfaction91%

  • Accounting

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    93%Satisfaction86%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    88%Satisfaction90%

  • Forensic Science

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    100%Satisfaction99%

  • General Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    84%Satisfaction82%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    77%Satisfaction75%

  • Building & Construction

    £26,000Salary (3 years)No data
    78%Satisfaction75%

Showing the 12 largest of 14 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Robert Gordon University

Bolashak Scholarship Programme

100%

Deadline: N/A

CONACyT (Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnologia)

100%

Deadline: N/A

Chevening Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

Commonwealth Postgraduate/PhD Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

Commonwealth Shared Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Robert Gordon University vs University of Aberdeen: common questions

Is Robert Gordon University or University of Aberdeen cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at Robert Gordon University and £20,800 at University of Aberdeen: Robert Gordon University is about £2,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,060 a year at Robert Gordon University and £23,000 at University of Aberdeen: Robert Gordon University is about £3,940 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

What subjects can you study at both Robert Gordon University and University of Aberdeen?

Both universities teach 29 subject areas: Law, Business Studies, Management, Chemical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Film Production & Cinematography, Accounting, Civil Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Forensic Science and 17 more.

Is Robert Gordon University or University of Aberdeen better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Robert Gordon University, and £26,500 from University of Aberdeen. Student satisfaction with teaching is 86% at Robert Gordon University and 92% at University of Aberdeen. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Robert Gordon University or University of Aberdeen offer more courses?

University of Aberdeen lists 597 courses on CourseOptions and Robert Gordon University lists 151 courses.

What can you study at Robert Gordon University but not at University of Aberdeen?

Robert Gordon University teaches 22 subject areas that University of Aberdeen does not, including Design & Fashion, Pharmacy, Adult Nursing, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Architecture, Fine Art, Nursing (General), Social Work and 14 more.

What can you study at University of Aberdeen but not at Robert Gordon University?

University of Aberdeen teaches 51 subject areas that Robert Gordon University does not, including English Studies, Economics, French, Anthropology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Politics & International Relations, Celtic Studies, Education Studies and 43 more.

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Robert Gordon University151 courses · 43 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Aberdeen597 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses