RGU Talk

Listen to the first episode in our 'Leading your way to business growth' series. In this episode we're talking about what business growth really means, and how our Help to Grow: Management Course could help you achieve growth.

Listen to our latest episode of RGUTalk where our Student Recruitment Team talks to one of our current international students about exploring Scotland and all the amazing places he has been.

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Listen to our latest episode of RGUTalk where our Student Recruitment Team talks to RGU's Admissions Manager to get some top tips on preparing an excellent personal statement.

Listen to our latest episode of RGU Talk where our Student Recruitment Team talk about some of the questions you might not think to ask about RGU and the local area. This week we are talking to an international student about her decision to change careers and complete a postgraduate degree.

Listen to our latest RGU Talk as we speak about all things RGU Accommodation. Hear about our various accommodation sites, the benefits of staying with us, the services we offer and more about the student experience of living in Halls. Find out more at www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation.

We talk to the Head of our Aberdeen Business School, Elizabeth Gammie about the highlights of studying at Aberdeen Business School, what makes it stand out, it's wide range of courses and what it's like to be a student at the School. Find out more about studying at Aberdeen Business School at www.rgu.ac.uk/abs

Listen to our latest episode of RGU Talk where we discuss what's happening within healthcare at the moment that has led to a skills gap within the NHS. We're also introduced to the MSc Strategic Service Planning and Delivery in Health and Social Care (SSPD) course that was developed in collaboration with the NHS Grampian to fill this skills shortage. We'll hear from RGU academics Denise Penny and Sally Charles who deliver elements of the course, as well as from SSPD student Glenda Cook who is currently studying on the course. For more information on MSc Strategic Service Planning and Delivery in Health and Social Care visit www.rgu.ac.uk/sspd

Listen to our latest RGU Talk as we speak to James, the Management Programme Course Leader and Rebecca, a current Management Programme student. The Podcast covers the highlights of studying a business and management degree and we will give you some top tips about studying with us. Please note that BA (Hons) Business with Data Analytics and BA (Hons) Business with Finance and Economics are subject to validation. Find out more at www.rgu.ac.uk/ug-manprog

Listen to our latest RGU Talk as we speak to RGU Sport about how sport can positively impact on your physical, social and mental wellbeing. We'll also discuss RGU's newest student offer. Find out more at www.rgusport.co.uk.

Listen to our latest RGU Talk as we speak to Sam McKinstrie, the Placement Manager in RGU's Employability Hub. The Podcast covers everything you need to know about work placements when studying at RGU including what placements are, how to apply and how these could support your future. Find out more at www.rgu.ac.uk/placements.

Listen to our latest episode of RGUTalk where our Student Recruitment Team talk get some tips about bringing your family from overseas to join you whilst you study in Aberdeen

Listen to our latest episode of RGU Talk where we speak to Dr Anita Singh - Academic Team Lead within Aberdeen Business School on what are the biggest differences between a leader and a manager.

Listen to our latest episode of RGUTalk where our Student Recruitment Team talk about some of the questions you might not think to ask about RGU and the local area.

Listen to our latest episode of RGUTalk where we answer your questions on Clearing. We put your questions to RGU Student Recruitment Officer, Lee, who takes us through what it means, what to do if you find yourself in Clearing as well as tips and advice on how best to navigate through the process. Want to get in touch? Request a call back from the RGU Admissions Team by completing our enquiry form www.rgu.ac.uk/clearing to discuss your options.

In this episode we talk to Rohan from Visit Aberdeenshire on the top 5 things students need to know about Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Listen to our latest episode of RGUTalk to hear from two of our current students as they discuss their experiences of study abroad and industry placements undertaken whilst studying at RGU.

Listen to our latest episode of RGUTalk to hear from Arthur, one of our current students as they discuss their experience of interviewing for a place at Gray’s School of Art.

Listen to our latest episode of RGU Talk to hear some hints and tips on how to make the most of your interview. Elaine, a current lecturer and previous student of RGU will provide her insight into what can help you stand out during your interview or selection visit.

What connects Richard Branson and Elon Musk to Beyoncé and Jay Z? Find out as RGU’s Chris Moule discusses the emphasis on entrepreneurship and innovation being embedded across the university.

In this episode, we discuss innovation with architecture expert Theo Dounas and what the future of architecture looks like – along with the pros and cons of drone technology.

In this episode, we sit down with Dawn Mitchell to discuss her new role as Head of the School of Health Sciences, and what the future holds for this vital healthcare sector.

Kicking off the New Year, in this episode, we sit down with first year Nursing student Megan Thom. Megan talks us through her first impressions of the university and all of the steps she took to pursue her passion for nursing.

In this episode, we chat with Dr Mark Zarb about his passionate research into the concerns of young people as they enter higher education and how we can improve the student experience.

In this episode, we hand out practical advice for applying to university, with the expert help of Student Recruitment Officer Georgina Guest.

In this episode, we sit down with journalism alumna Samantha Leckie – whose success since graduating five years ago has seen her rise to become Head of Features at the Evening Express and launch a new magazine.

In this special Halloween edition, we dive headfirst into the supernatural research of Dr Rachael Ironside, with a few spooky stories thrown in for good measure.

In this episode, Izzy Crawford discusses her career in crisis communications and explains how a new course at RGU will help better prepare the professionals of tomorrow.

In this episode, we view social work through the lens of Dr Neil Gibson, whose research into therapeutic photography has led him on a fascinating journey of self-exploration. We also learn more about his eclectic career history – from driving coaches and sheep farming to presenting on Channel 4!

In this episode, we learn about the work the university is doing to challenge gender stereotypes among young people across the region, courtesy of Project Co-ordinator Lauren Riley.

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Peter Reid and look back on his career at the university – particularly his passion for local heritage and culture. Of course, not forgetting his professorial lecture, which was delivered entirely in Doric, to much amusement!

In this episode, we take a bite-size look at Scotland’s diet with Dr Lindsey Masson and Harriet Young. As lecturers and Registered Nutritionists, the pair have each been working to monitor the nation’s nutrition, which has seen little improvement over the past 15 years.

In this episode, we hear from architecture student and student ambassador Liam Adams about his passion to help young people benefit from the widening access initiatives he once took part in.

In this episode, we discuss the history of the suffragettes movement and the march towards equality in the north of Scotland with Professor Sarah Pedersen.

In this special graduation episode, we speak with inspirational student Edward Pollock, who looks back on his incredible experiences at the university – from his first impressions and excitement at a snowy campus all the way to his time as student president.

In this episode, lecturer Katie Baxter takes us through her journey from aspiring nursing student to her role teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals.

In this episode, Dr Duncan Cockburn tells us about his role as RGU's Equality Champion for sexual orientation and discusses life at RGU for members of the LGBT+ community.

In this episode, we get a preview of this year’s Look Again Visual Art and Design Festival from director and associate director Sally Reaper and Hilary Nicoll, who discuss how the Festival is working to transform the cultural landscape in Aberdeen.

In this episode, we sit down with Libby Curtis, Head of Gray’s School of Art, to preview the incredible artistic experience that is this year’s Degree Show.

In this episode, we sit down with Edel Harris, Chief Executive of Cornerstone, who was recently awarded an honorary doctorate from the university.

In this episode, we sit down with Gabriel Antoniazzi, President of RGU’s football team and co-host of Purple Wednesdays, to look back at his university career and recent national sporting glory.

In this episode, Dr Rachael Ironside, lecturer in Events Management, tells us about the great work her students are putting into The Main Event and Aberdeen Student Festival.

In this episode, Professor Richard Laing tells us how smart cities and technology can change society for the better.

In this episode, we sit down with Kerry Harrison, Student President for Education and Welfare to discuss her role and look back on her time at RGU:Union.

In this episode, we sit down with Alison Watson, Chair of the RGU Women's Network to discuss equality and International Women's Day.

In this episode, we learn all about the great work of the Streetsport programme from its Chief Operating Officer Mark Williams, who also details the day that a certain member of the royal family visited the campus.

In this premiere episode, RGU's Principal, Professor Ferdinand von Prondzynski sat down with RGU Talk to discuss the university's new Graduate Apprenticeships scheme.