Robert Gordon University
Total, Scotland
How much do Robert Gordon University graduates earn by subject?
Robert Gordon University graduates earn a median salary of £32,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Engineering at £44,500, while Creative arts and design graduates earn £24,100.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | £35,000 | £36,000 | £42,500 |
| Medical sciences | £28,000 | £30,000 | £32,500 |
| Health and social care | £30,000 | £27,500 | £32,000 |
| Allied health | £30,000 | £34,500 | £38,500 |
| Business and management | £29,000 | £25,500 | £32,000 |
| Computing | £26,000 | £27,500 | £30,500 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £25,000 | £24,000 | £27,500 |
| Biosciences | £25,500 | £23,000 | £28,500 |
| Creative arts and design | £24,000 | £20,000 | £25,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is Robert Gordon University?
In 2024, Robert Gordon University received 17,945 applications and accepted 3,995 students, giving an acceptance rate of 22.3%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Robert Gordon University?
92% of Robert Gordon University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 16 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,100 to £44,500. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 91.5% | £44,500 |
| Medical sciences | 95.7% | £43,800 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 88.4% | £41,300 |
| Health and social care | 95% | £38,300 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 89.9% | £35,800 |
| Allied health | 95.7% | £34,300 |
| Law | 89.5% | £33,900 |
| Business and management | 89.3% | £33,900 |
| Computing | 85.9% | £32,800 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 88% | £30,700 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 87.3% | £30,700 |
| Biosciences | 92.9% | £29,900 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 94.3% | £27,700 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 89.7% | £27,200 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 87.9% | £24,500 |
| Creative arts and design | 83.9% | £24,100 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Engineering £44,500
- 2 Medical sciences £43,800
- 3 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £41,300
- 4 Health and social care £38,300
- 5 Nursing and midwifery £35,800
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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