Robert Gordon University

BA Business Analytics

Robert Gordon University

Course overview

The Robert Gordon University BA Business Analytics degree is a course that combines different subjects, all centred on using data to solve business problems. The course trains students to handle, examine, and present data well, mixing key business knowledge with technical and analytical skills. This helps meet the current high demand for professionals who are good with data and digital tools.

Learning happens both online and on campus, through lectures, small group sessions, workshops, and real-world projects with clients. Assessments include reports, collections of work, written tests, spoken presentations, and a final research project in the last year. Students always get feedback on their work within twenty working days, which helps them keep improving their studies.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Standard entry typically requires SQA Higher at BBCC, GCE A-Level at CCC, or IB Diploma 26 points. The minimum entry requirements are SQA Higher BCC/CCCC.
  • The university also considers various A-level equivalent qualifications.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants whose first language is not English need an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no component scoring less than 5.5.
  • The university accepts equivalent scores from other accepted English language tests like TOEFL and PTE.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    A 20% discount is provided exclusively on tuition fees and not to any associated course costs.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • International Students Emergency Fund

    The fund aims to help students with basic living costs such as food, utilities and rent.

  • RGU Early Deposit Payment Discount

    Self-funding students paying an international fee joining in the September 2026 intake who pay their deposit will receive an additional £500 discount.

    Up to £500

  • RGU Golf Scholarship

    Up to £8,500 per year

  • RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students

    £2,000 discount on each year of study of undergraduate tuition fees.

    Up to £2,000

  • RGU SPORT Scholarship

    Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates work as:

  • Insight Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Officer
  • Data Analyst
  • Management Consultant
  • Digital Strategy Specialist

Cost of study

For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee for international students taking this course is £16,980.

Admission

Applications for the Robert Gordon University BA Business Analytics are made through UCAS. Our trained advisors are available to assist you.

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