INformation for students from Thailand
welcome to robert gordon university
ABERDEEN
SCOTLAND
NORTHERN IRELAND
EIRE
ENGLAND WALES
LONDON
STUDY IN SCOTLAND TO CONTINUE YOUR EDUCATION “A degree from the Robert Gordon University (RGU) is as near to a guarantee of a job as you can get” (The Sunday Times University Guide)
www.rgu.ac.uk/international
INformation for students from thailand
WELCOME TO ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY, ABERDEEN
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MArch Architecture currently is ranked 16th in UK (The Times, 2016)
We are delighted to introduce Robert Gordon University (RGU) to you. The University is home to a vibrant community of 17,000 students from 132 different countries, and offers courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, MBA and PhD level.
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BA Accounting and Finance is currently ranked 18th in the UK (The Times, 2016)
Robert Gordon University is an exciting blend of the traditional and the contemporary. Founded in 1729 the University has a history in education of over 250 years, yet in 2013 it became one of the UK’s most modern universities with the opening of its £170 million campus development at Garthdee.
Aberdeen is Scotland’s third most populous city with a total estimated population of 218,000. It is a diverse, multicultural, student friendly city, with people from around the world coming to live, study and work here because of our position as the Oil and Gas capital of Europe.
Robert Gordon University focuses on professional based, career driven courses, with the University divided into 11 academic schools;
To keep the student population entertained, you’ll find lots of cafes, bars, nightclubs, cinemas, restaurants, shops and malls nearby which means although it is a small city it is packed full of things to see and do. If you are an adrenaline fan and the outdoors is more your thing, surfing, kayaking, mountain climbing, snowboarding and white water rafting are also all within reach of the city.
Aberdeen Business School Applied Social Sciences Architecture and the Built Environment Art and Design Communication, Marketing and Information Computer Science and Digital Media Engineering Health Sciences The Law School Nursing and Midwifery Pharmacy and Life Sciences
RANKINGS AND LEAGUE TABLES At RGU our proudest achievement is that we consistently produce career ready graduates, which you can see by our success in the graduate employment league tables. Other proud achievements for us include; •
MPharm Pharmacy is currently ranked 4th in the UK (The Guardian, 2016)
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BSc Nutrition (Food Science) is currently ranked 10th in the UK (The Times, 2016)
ABOUT ABERDEEN
WHY STUDY IN SCOTLAND? Did you know that Scotland has more world class universities per head of population than anywhere else in the world? With 19 world class institutions, Scotland’s university sector offers unparalleled quality and choice. We are proud to offer the highest rates of student satisfaction in quality of teaching in all of Britain. Scotland’s universities offer their graduates the highest rate of employment or further study in the whole of the United Kingdom. As a country, Scotland has a rich diverse history and culture which differs considerably from the rest of the UK. Many students from Thailand who choose to study in Scotland become the envy of their friends because of the warm welcome they receive when they become part of our community.
CONTINUING YOUR EDUCATION IN SCOTLAND You may not be familiar with how higher education is structured in Scotland, so hopefully the diagram opposite will help you understand. Some distinct things to note is that you can complete your undergraduate degree in 3 or 4 years, depending on what type of exit award you want (Ordinary or Honours). Also, we offer a 1 year Masters program unlike many countries around the world.
MSc Entry Point: Undergraduate Degree BSc/BA/BEng ICRGU Pre-Masters
Advanced Diploma
Masters Degree (MSc) (12 months duration) Year 4: Exit Award: Honours Degree Grade = 1st 2.1, 2.2, 3rd class
A grade of GPA 2.5 will be accepted from the following recognised universities; Chulalongkorn, Thammasat, Mahidol, King Mongkut.
Year 2
Undergraduate courses: students who have completed Certificate of Secondary Education (Maw 6) are required to undertake further study as this qualification does not meet our minimum entry requirements. We recommend a pathway programme at ICRGU, our International College. More information can be found at www.rgu.ac.uk/icrgu
Year 1 ICRGU Pathway*
If a student has taken an international qualification such as A Levels or International Baccalaureate etc, these entry requirements are listed on each course page on our website.
Year 3: Exit Award: Ordinary Degree
High School Qualification
is required for RGU courses which ask for a 2.2 degree. For RGU courses which ask for a 2.1 degree, a GPA of 3.0 is required.
* Excludes Foundation to MPharm
Please note, the BSc / Master of Architecture follows a slightly different route, please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/architecture-march for details.
HOW TO APPLY TO ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY The easiest way for students from Thailand to apply is to use our in country representatives/agents. Whilst the application process is quick and easy, by applying through an agent you will benefit from their wealth of experience in helping students from Thailand transfer around the world to continue their education. Details for all our representatives are available at www.rgu.ac.uk/thailand
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applications are viewed on a case by case basis and the entry requirements will depend on which course you are applying for and at which entry point. However, please see below for some example entry requirements for Thai students. Postgraduate courses: For students applying from Thailand for a postgraduate course, a 4 year Bachelors Degree from a Thai public (government) or private university with a minimum GPA of 2.75
English Language: For undergraduate courses we require an IELTS (academic) of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components. For postgraduate courses it is typically IELTS (academic) of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components A number of other secure English language tests are also accepted. Up to the minute information can be found on our website www.rgu.ac.uk/English We also offer Pre-Sessional English Programme (PSP) for students who have not yet reached the required English level and those who would like to improve their language competency. Full details can be found at www.rgu.ac.uk/psp
SCHOLARSHIPS There are various scholarships students coming from Thailand to RGU can receive. These range from £1000 to £3000. The easiest way to achieve the maximum award of £3000 is to accept your offer and meet your conditions within the suggested time scale. For full information about our scholarships, please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships
INTERNATIONAL course fees
INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
* 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000
BSc Accounting (online only) BA (Hons) International Business Management BA (Hons) Management BA (Hons) Management with Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Management with Marketing
12,000 *
LLB Law LLB Law (online)
12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000
BA (Hons) Fashion Management BA (Hons) Events Management BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management BA (Hons) International Tourism Management BA (Hons) Journalism BA (Hons) Media
12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000
BA (Hons) Fashion and Textile Design BA (Hons) Painting BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design BA (Hons) Communication Design BA (Hons) Contemporary Art Practice
12,880 12,880 12,880 12,880
BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology MArch Architecture BSc (Hons) Surveying BSc (Hons) Construction Management
Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built environment
12,000
BA (Hons) Commercial Photography
Gray’s School of art
12,000
BA (Hons) Public Relations
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION, MARKETING AND INFORMATION
12,000
BA (Hons) Law and Management
The law School
12,000
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per year (2017/18)
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Aberdeen Business School
course
12,800 12,800 12,800 12,800
BSc (Hons) Digital Media (Design, Production and Development) BSc (Hons) Computer Network Management and Design BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
15,300 15,300
BEng (Hons)/MEng Mechanical and Offshore Engineering BEng (Hons)/MEng Mechanical Engineering
12,880 12,880
BSc (Hons) Applied Sports and Exercise Science
12,880 12,880 12,880 12,880 14,360
BSc (Hons) Biosciences and Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Forensic and Analytical Science BSc (Hons) Nutrition BSc (Hons) Nutrition & Dietetics MPharm Pharmacy
*Various study options available, please see RGU website for full fee information.
12,880
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
school of pharmacy & life sciences
12,880 BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
12,880
12,880
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
school of health sciences
BA (Hons) Social Work
BA (Hons) Applied Social Studies
12,000
15,300
BEng (Hons)/MEng Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
school of applied social studies
15,300
BEng (Hons)/MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering
school of Engineering
12,800
BSc (Hons) Computing (Application Software Development)
per year (2017/18)
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
school of Computing science & digital media
course
Fees are a guide only and are subject to change. Please refer to www.rgu.ac.uk for the most up-to-date figures. For more information on your subject area please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/prospectuses-and-guides
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES AND FEES 2017/18
Aberdeen Business School MSc Accounting and Finance MSc Financial Management MSc Oil and Gas Accounting MSc Professional Accounting (subject to validation) MSc Strategic Accounting (top-up only) MSc Energy Management MSc Health, Safety and Risk Management MSc Human Resource Management MSc International Business MSc Management MBA Master of Business Administration MBA Oil and Gas Management MSc Project Management MSc Purchasing and Supply Chain Management MSc Quality Management MSc Oil and Gas Finance Graduate Certificate Management Studies Graduate Certificate Project Management The LAW School LLM/MSc Construction Law and Arbitration LLM/MSc Employment Law and Practice LLM/MSc Oil and Gas Law LLM Law (5 routes) PG Diploma Legal Practice school of communication, marketing and information MSc Corporate Communication and Public Affairs MSc Fashion Management MSc International Marketing Management MSc Journalism MSc Digital Marketing MSc Information and Library Studies MSc Information Management Graduate Certificate Information Studies (1 year) Graduate Certificate Petroleum Data Management (1 year)
course
N/A N/A N/A 10,600 3,430 N/A 8,820 8,820 8,820 8,820 16,500 16,500 8,820 8,820 8,820 N/A 3,030 3,030 12,080 8,820 8,820 8,820 N/A 8,820 N/A N/A N/A N/A 8,820 8,820 3,030 3,030
N/A N/A 11,740 11,740 6,630 11,740 11,740 11,740 11,740 11,740 11,740 N/A N/A N/A
£
11,740 11,740 11,740 11,740 N/A 11,740 N/A 11,740 11,740 11,740 16,500 16,500 11,740 11,740 N/A 11,740 N/A N/A
£
international ONLINE DISTANCE full-time fees LEARNING 2017/18 (ODL) FEES
To apply, please visit www.rgu.ac.uk/applyonline
School of Applied Social Studies MSc Corporate Social Responsibility MSc Social Work MSc Applied Psychology School of Health Sciences MSc Applied Sports Performance Analysis MSc Public Health and Health Promotion MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) School of NURSING AND MIDWIFERY MSc Advancing Nursing Practice (Leadership Route) School of PHARMACY AND LIFE SCIENCES MSc Clinical Pharmacy Practice MSc Instrumental Analytical Sciences DNA Analysis, Proteomics and Metabolomics MSc Instrumental Analytical Sciences Drug Analysis and Toxicology MSc Instrumental Analytical Sciences Environmental Analysis MSc Instrumental Analytical Sciences Oilfield Chemicals
Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment MSc Construction Project Management MSc Commercial Practice for the Energy Sector MArch Architecture (Part 2) School of Computing science and digital media MSc Computer Science MSc Computing Software Technology with Network Management MSc Data Science MSc Information and Network Security MSc IT for the Oil and Gas Industry School of Engineering MSc Asset Integrity Management MSc Drilling and Well Engineering MSc Offshore Oil and Gas Engineering MSc Oil and Gas Engineering MSc Petroleum Production Engineering MSc Subsea Engineering MSc Oil and Gas Innovation Gray’s School of ART Master of Fine Art/ Master of Design in Art and Design
course
ONLINE DISTANCE LEARNING (ODL) FEES
16,300 16,300 16,300 16,300 16,300 16,300 N/A N/A
N/A 16,300 N/A 16,300 16,300 16,300 16,300 12,820
10,700 10,700 N/A N/A N/A N/A
N/A N/A 14,100 14,100 14,100 14,100
10,800 N/A 10,800 10,700 16,480 (per year) N/A
12,300 8,820 12,300 (per year) N/A N/A 8,820
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
12,820 12,820 12,820 12,820 12,820
11,740 8,820 N/A 12,080 12,880 (per year) N/A
international full-time fees 2017/18
Fees below cover the duration of the course. They are a guide only and are subject to change. Please refer to www.rgu.ac.uk for the most up-to-date figures. For more information on your subject area please visit: www.rgu.ac.uk/prospectuses-and-guides
POSTGRADUATE COURSES AND FEES 2017/18
INTERNATIONAL course fees
INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
INformation for students from Thailand
OUR PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATIONS AND LINKS WITH 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 with industry, focusing on both the day-to-day and future professional needs of businesses and other organisations.
This means that our graduates learn the necessary skills and are always strongly in demand. Here is a selection of those companies and organisations we collaborate with from course development and accreditation to providing scholarships and placements.
I chose to study at RGU because I felt it was one of the universities in the UK that is strongest in the field of Business. The knowledge I have learnt from here is not only from the classroom but inpractice as well. I feel the lecturers are very helpful and approachable and have given me good advice on many things during my studies. I have enjoyed most things during my time at RGU. I like the town of Aberdeen and that I can walk to the beach when I feel bored. The people are friendly and you can talk with them when you need help. I even got a chance to cook Thai food for Scottish pals and they loved it. The nightlife here is also fabulous when I want to socialise with people (and it is another great way to make friends too). Would I recommend Scotland and RGU to other people from Thailand? ‘Aye!’ because what you will learn is not just from the course that you are studying, but also many life lessons that you couldn’t find anywhere else! (Also, I’ll tell you a little secret – there are not too many Thai people here so it’s also a great way to upgrade your English skills and to learn the Scottish accent and slang – like Aye for Yes. Chirawat Preyathada MSc Purchase and Supply Chain Management, Class of 2015
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