Robert Gordon University: international student trends
Non-UK enrolment, international share, and the top countries of domicile for students at Robert Gordon University. Source: HESA/Jisc, 2024/25 release. Part of our UK international student statistics.
Robert Gordon University enrolled 2,130 international students in 2024/25, making up 14.4% of the student body (down 5.3% over five years).
International enrolment over time
| Year | International students | Total students | International share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014/15 | 2,730 | 13,240 | 20.6% |
| 2015/16 | 2,485 | 12,755 | 19.5% |
| 2016/17 | 2,250 | 12,530 | 18% |
| 2017/18 | 2,140 | 12,530 | 17.1% |
| 2018/19 | 2,025 | 12,335 | 16.4% |
| 2019/20 | 2,250 | 12,660 | 17.8% |
| 2020/21 | 2,770 | 14,240 | 19.5% |
| 2021/22 | 3,470 | 14,970 | 23.2% |
| 2022/23 | 4,505 | 15,825 | 28.5% |
| 2023/24 | 2,365 | 14,585 | 16.2% |
| 2024/25 | 2,130 | 14,840 | 14.4% |
Top countries of domicile
| Country | Latest students | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 770 | +34% |
| India | 345 | +146% |
| Ghana | 210 | +200% |
| Pakistan | 180 | +800% |
| Ireland | 125 | -50% |
| Canada | 50 | +67% |
Want to know what Robert Gordon University graduates go on to earn? See graduate outcomes at Robert Gordon University.
Methodology & attribution
Source: HESA/Jisc (hesa.ac.uk). International = non-UK country of domicile. Figures aggregated from country-of-domicile rows and rounded by HESA to the nearest 5, so small counts are approximate. 2024/25 release.
Frequently asked questions
How many international students does Robert Gordon University have?
HESA/Jisc data (2024/25 release) shows Robert Gordon University enrolled 2,130 international (non-UK domiciled) students in 2024/25. The table above shows the year-by-year trend.
What share of Robert Gordon University's students are international?
International students made up 14.4% of the student body at Robert Gordon University in the latest HESA release, up from earlier years shown in the chart above.
Is international enrolment at Robert Gordon University growing?
International enrolment at Robert Gordon University has fallen by 5.3% over the five-year period covered by the latest HESA data.
Which countries do most of Robert Gordon University's international students come from?
Nigeria is the largest source country for international students at Robert Gordon University, per HESA/Jisc country-of-domicile data. The table above lists the top source countries and how they've changed.
Can international graduates from Robert Gordon University work in the UK after finishing?
Yes. Graduates of any UK university that holds a Student-sponsor licence, including Robert Gordon University, can apply for the Graduate visa (2 years for bachelor's/master's, 3 years for PhD) without needing a job offer. To stay longer, a graduate typically switches to the Skilled Worker route with a sponsoring employer.
When is HESA international enrolment data refreshed?
HESA/Jisc publishes "Where students study" data once a year. We refresh this page from the new release shortly after it's published.