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Providing the knowledge & key transferable skills relevant to a wide range of fascinating careers, understanding of self, others & the world around us.

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Some great social #psychology posters presented by the 4th years today at #RGU. You picked some excellent topics, and it was fascinating hearing about your ideas.
November 25, 2025 at 7:41 PM
#SchoolNews #Presentation #Psychology #Law Sarah Sivers & Katrina Forbes-McKay will be discussing the future of Assisted Dying at the @bpsofficial.bsky.social Scottish Hub event tonight at the Station Hotel, Aberdeen 6-8pm. More details here: www.bps.org.uk/event/future...
The future of assisted dying: law, ethics and human experience | BPS
In 2025, UK and Scottish Parliaments advanced historic moves to legalise assisted dying. This session explores the legal, ethical and psychological issues.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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We're hosting a Scavenger Hunt as part of the @natlibscot.bsky.social #LoveLibraries campaign. Explore the Library, solve fun clues, and you could win this goodie bag full of Library goodies. We'll randomly select a winner from all correct entries #LoveYourLibrary

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November 18, 2025 at 4:58 PM
It is officially snow season here at #RGU! Take care in the cold weather - weather.metoffice.gov.uk/forecast/gfn...
November 19, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Take stock of what we know about the functioning of the media in scandalous times – submit an abstract by 21 November for ‘Media in a Scandalous Age’, a free online event by the BSA Media Study Group on 10 December
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November 14, 2025 at 9:54 AM
An excellent set of resources...
BBC Children in Need Appeal Night takes place today💛 The charity have put together a number of resources and supported local initiatives aimed at helping children with their mental wellbeing.

Find out about their work and how to offer support here: www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/changing-liv...
November 14, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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This is understanding people, society, economies & places. This is supporting economic growth, facilitating innovation & providing opportunities for all. This is tackling societal challenges to create a better shared future. This is social science. Find out more➡️ acss.org.uk/publications...
November 13, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Book display about the University of the Arctic www.uarctic.org
November 13, 2025 at 12:25 PM
#SchoolNews #Blog #Psychology Katrina Forbes-McKay and Mo Tabib write about how belief in your ability to cope can reduce childbirth fear and potentially lead to better birth outcomes. www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
Childbirth – from fear and uncertainty, to confidence and calm | BPS
Chartered Psychologist Dr Katrina Forbes-McKay joins forces with former midwife Mo Tabib to argue that ‘it’s not just knowing what to do, it’s believing you can do it’.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:51 PM
#RGU #OpenDay going splendidly so far...
October 25, 2025 at 12:07 PM
We're almost ready to go! #RGU #OpenDay
October 25, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Today's the day! #RGU #OpenDay - come and find out about the many exciting courses we do in the School of Law and Social Sciences!
October 25, 2025 at 8:04 AM
#Job alert! There is an opportunity to join our #criminology team here at #RGU. More details at link, closing date is 2nd November. myjobscotland.gov.uk/education/rg...
Fixed Term Lecturer in Criminology (2 years) - RGU07672 | RGU | myjobscotland
View details and apply for this lecturing (further / higher education) role in Aberdeen with RGU on myjobscotland
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October 23, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Had a great time at the #RGU Access to #Graduation. Lovely to see so many students cross the stage, and your presentations were brilliant - #Congratulations and we hope you enjoyed your evening!
October 7, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Lovely to meet the HND Social Science students at @nescollege.bsky.social today. Thanks to Jill for the invite, and hopefully we'll see you at the #RGU #OpenDay!
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Undergraduate Open Days | Visit Us | RGU
Attend an RGU Open Day to explore courses, meet staff, and tour our facilities.
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September 30, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited @robertgordonuni.bsky.social on Wednesday to celebrate an occupational therapy milestone. bit.ly/41ZDvkD
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visits RGU | September 2025 | News | RGU
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Robert Gordon University today (17 September) as it celebrated the centenary of the appointment of Margaret Barr Fulton as the first qualified occupationa...
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September 20, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Welcome/welcome back to all our students back on #RGU's campus this week! Remember to visit the Freshers' Fayre on Thursday 11th September. rguunion.native.fm/event/rgu-we...
RGU Welcome Week 2025
The only OFFICIAL line-up. Events taking place every day from 5th - 13th September!
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September 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Lots of buzz at this #OpenDay! Brilliant to see so many people enjoying the campus. Remember to visit our stall in the Riverside Building @robertgordonuni.bsky.social @rgu-slss.bsky.social
August 28, 2025 at 12:51 PM
What a beautiful day for an #OpenDay! #RGU opens its doors today, come along to find out more about #SocialSciences, #Psychology, #Sociology, #Criminology, #SocialWork, #Law, and many more!
August 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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August 14, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Did you know 10 UK-based universities are ranked in the top 50 universities in the world for social science? And that 3 of these are ranked in the top 10? Explore how world leading UK-based social science research is making a difference➡️ acss.org.uk/category/mak...
August 8, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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If you're heading to university to study Psychology, you might appreciate The Psychologist Guide to University Life…

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The Psychologist Guide to University Life | BPS
Ella Rhodes brings us evidence-based tips for new students of any subject, kindly sponsored by Routledge Psychology.
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August 14, 2025 at 10:09 AM
#Congratulations to everyone receiving #alevels2025 results today! Remember, that there are a lot of #University spaces available through #Clearing - including here at #RGU! More details here: www.rgu.ac.uk/clearing-2025
Clearing 2025 | RGU
Whether you would like to change your course or university choice, you haven’t applied yet, or you didn’t get the grades you expected, Clearing is a great opportunity to join RGU this September.
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August 14, 2025 at 8:44 AM
#Congratulations to everyone who got their Highers results today. If your plans have changed, then there are still #RGU places through #Clearing. Including #SocialSciences, #Psychology, #Sociology, #SocialWork, #Criminology & many more! More detail here: tinyurl.com/mr2uyt47
Clearing 2025 | RGU
Whether you would like to change your course or university choice, you haven’t applied yet, or you didn’t get the grades you expected, Clearing is a great opportunity to join RGU this September.
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August 5, 2025 at 2:46 PM