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Gray's Degree Show
The 2018 Degree Show will take place between 16-24 June showcasing the work of our graduating students
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Gray's School of Art Blog
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Gray's School of Art Course Guide
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In The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2017, RGU was ranked as a top 10 UK university for its high quality staff/lectures.
Scotland’s Gray’s School of Art is located on our inspiring parkland campus along the banks of the River Dee on the southern edge of the city of Aberdeen.
Gray's is a highly challenging and stimulating place to develop and refine your creative education. We provide an intimate, collaborative learning community in which you will be tutored by practicing artists, designers and researchers of national and international standing.
Why Study Art & Design Here

You always come first and our staff will encourage and inspire you. We have a strong community and social network between students and staff.

We offer a hands-on, project-based approach with the majority of time spent in the studio and workshop, underpinned by lectures and seminars to develop analysis and critical thinking

Our graduates go on to achieve their creative ambitions; whether they move on to postgraduate studies with us, at other institutions, or enter the world of industry and freelance work.
“The course has helped to enhance my critical thinking and creative skills through practice based study, and enabled me to pursue research at a professional level.”
Ting-Fang Hsueh Professional Masters in Art & Design MDes
Careers
A degree in Art and Design can open up a number of career options to you.

Self-Employed in Art & Design
An Art and Design degree can lead to a successful career as a self-employed artist or designer.

Employed in the Art & Design Industry
All our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to join a competitive industry.

Teaching Art & Design
Teachers use their knowledge and skills to educate students in a variety of settings.
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21, November, 2018 North-east creatives and producers come together for Christmas markets
Crafters, confectioners, creatives and collectors will all come together under one roof at a series of special markets being held in the run up to Christmas at the St Nicholas Mall.
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19, November, 2018 Aberdeen design students exhibit work at Dundee V&A
A project which saw students from RGU's Gray’s School of Art and North East Scotland College (NESCol) collaborate to design a prototype inspired by the region’s heritage is on display at V&A Dundee.
Our School
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Gray's School of Art
The school portfolio covers specialist subjects found within the breadth of design and fine art disciplines.