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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Want to hear more about research in #SLSS, #RGU and beyond? Come along to Café Controversial: our very own Sarah Sivers, David Smith and Konstantina Martzoukou will be amongst the presenters. www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/whats-on/caf...
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Welcome back to the new semester! This Welcome Week is an exciting time for us all. Remember to check out the various events: www.rgu.ac.uk/events/event...
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Welcome Week - Settling In | RGU
Meet new people, settle into university life, and start feeling at home in Aberdeen.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Our next #OpenDay is on Wednesday 2nd September. Come and find out more about #RGU and the courses we offer here at the School of Law and Social Sciences #SLSS. More details here: tinyurl.com/456jythb @robertgordonuni.bsky.social
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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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Aberdeen City Council @aberdeencc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
💙 Didn’t get the exam results you hoped for? There’s support available to help you explore your options and decide your next steps. Find advice from @qualifications.gov.scot, Skills Development Scotland and wellbeing organisations on our Exam Results 2026 webpage. 👉 orlo.uk/2gCsB
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RGU Library @rgulibrary.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
New AI tools are coming to RGU LibrarySearch and we'd love to get your feedback. Join us for an online demonstration and Q&A session. Find out more about the tools and how they can help with your research. rgu.libwizard.com/f/library_ai...
Screenshot of our new library catalogue
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RGU Library @rgulibrary.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Our fiction collection keeps growing 📚 Make sure to check it out on level 8 of the library! Or search the catalogue to see what we have: librarysearch.rgu.ac.uk/discovery/co...
Attractively arranged pile of fiction books including I Who Have Never Known Men and The Expanded Earth
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
#Results Day! 🎉 x.com/ucas_online/...
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Congratulations to everyone collecting results today!󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🎓 If things haven't gone as planned here are your next steps. Search Clearing courses: https://t.co/P2liJYSRBm
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Met Office - weather and climate @metoffice.gov.uk · 11/08/2026
Planning to watch the eclipse on Wednesday evening? Here are some tips on how to safely enjoy the spectacle 🌒
Top tips for safely watching the eclipse.

The UK's skies are set for an impressive partial solar eclipse. Here's how to make the most of it, without risking your eyes.

Find a clear view.
You don't necessarily need to travel to the place with he highest eclipse coverage. Clear skies matter most. Find an unobstructed view towards the west or northwest, here the Sun will be low in the evening sky.Never look directly at the Sun.
Even during an eclipse, looking at the Sun with your naked eyes can cause permanent eye damage. Never look directly at the Sun without proper solar viewing equipment. Standard sunglasses are not enough.

Use certified eclipse glasses.
Make sure they: Meet the ISO 12312-2 safety standard; Are designed for solar viewing; Have no scratches, holes or tears.Try indirect viewing.
No eclipse glasses? You can safely watch by projecting the Sun's image. Make a pinhole projector, even using two pieces of paper and a pin can work. A kitchen colander can also create a fun projection of the eclipsed Sun.

Stick around for the meteors.
The Perseid meteor shower also peaks this week and can be visible across the UK. For the best chance of seeing meteors, get somewhere dark with a wide, unobstructed view of the sky.
Advice based on guidance from the Royal Astronomical Society.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
#GoodLuck to everyone getting their #results tomorrow! Remember that it is never too late to consider or change your #Uni plans: www.rgu.ac.uk/clearing-2026 #RGU #A-Levels
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Your story starts at RGU, join us through Clearing | 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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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
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UCAS (@ucas_online) on X
A step-by-step guide to apply through Clearing🎓 Whether you're collecting your results today or expecting them on the 13 August, there are thousands of courses available through Clearing. Explore C...
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
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UCAS (@ucas_online) on X
Congratulations to everyone in Scotland collecting results today. If things didn't go according to plan, you can still find your place using Clearing. Add your Clearing choice to your application on...
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Good luck to everyone getting their #Highers #results tomorrow! Remember that there are still opportunities here at #RGU: www.rgu.ac.uk/clearing-2026
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Your story starts at RGU, join us through Clearing | 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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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Job opportunity here at #RGU x.com/RGUjobs/stat...
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VACANCY: Lecturers in Social Work. With a primary focus on teaching and tutoring across the three Social Work qualification routes you will use your knowledge, skills and experience to inform and insp...
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
What a beautiful day for a #Graduation! #Congratulations to all our #SLSS students getting their well-earned #RGU degrees. Great job all!
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Information about the elections taking place on Thursday 7 May. www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-e... @electoralcommission.org.uk
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Voter information
Everything you need to know about voting in UK elections
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Thanks to all the visitors, students and staff who came along to our #RGU Offer Holder Day. We hope you enjoyed the day, and we look forward to welcoming you to the course in September.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
The buzz continues around the #SocialSciences, #SocialWork, #Criminology and #Law stall. There is still time to visit us here at #RGU ⌚️
It is another shot of our School stall - this time showcasing the cheery flags. Visitors, staff and students chatting away.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
The #RGU Offer Holder Day is in full swing. Great to see so many visitors interested in #SocialSciences, #Psychology, #Sociology and our other courses!
Visitors speaking to our staff and students at the RGU Offers Day. The School stall is vibing!
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Nice day for a #RGU Offer Holder Day! Come and visit our beautiful campus and hear more about the exciting courses we offer in the School of Law and Social Sciences.
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RGU Library @rgulibrary.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Happy #WorldBookNight with @readingagency.bsky.social We have this year's #QuickReads on display ready for tonight's #ReadingHour from 7-8pm. Why not borrow one and join in! #GoAllIn2026 #NationalYearOfReading2026
Display of five quick read books ready for reading hourWorld Book Night display of books and informative posters
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Looking for your next big adventure? #StayCurious #SocialSciences, #Psychology, #Sociology, #Criminology #RGU www.rgu.ac.uk/study/academ...
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
#SchoolNews #Psychology #RGU Just to say there is now going to be an online version of David Smith's event. A discussion 'The #Incel Mindset: Entering and Exiting Inceldom', more details here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-incel-...
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The Incel Mindset: Why young men enter and exit incel communities
Understanding why young men enter and exit incel communities, with the author of The Incel Mindset
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RGU Library @rgulibrary.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
The library will be open from 9am right through to 2am for the Public Holiday on: Monday 20th April
Poster saying the library is open for next Monday's public holiday
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Our friends at @abdnpsych.bsky.social did a great write-up of the Forensic Psychology Careers Panel our students attended. Give them a follow on the socials (and say hello from us!).
An image of the write-up from UoA's School of Psychology LinkedIn page. A photo of speakers and audience members at the Forensic Psychology Careers Panel. Police officers and prison service members are attending and presenting.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Reminder! The clocks go forward at 1am on Sunday 29 March. www.rmg.co.uk/stories/time...
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When do the clocks go forward?
Marking the start of British Summer Time, the clocks 'spring forward' in March, meaning we'll lose an hour's sleep
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
#SchoolNews #Psychology #RGU Dr David Smith will discussing his new book 'The #Incel Mindset: Entering and Exiting Inceldom' at @apawhatson.bsky.social Music Hall. What attracts young men into this group, & how they finally break away? More details & tickets here: tinyurl.com/yc84rmb8
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The Incel Mindset: Why young men enter and exit incel communities | Aberdeen Performing Arts
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
#SocialSciences 'out and about'. Our Forensic #Psychology students had the opportunity to attend @abdnpsych.bsky.social's Forensic Psychology Careers Panel event yesterday. Fascinating speakers & lots of useful information about various careers. Thank you to Eva for organising & inviting us.
Arts Lecture Theatre at King's CollegeKing's College on a lovely sunny dayMore views of King's College.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
#STARAwards nominations are now open! The #RGU Union run these awards to recognise (all university) staff members who go above and beyond for students. Send your nominations in here: www.rguunion.co.uk/activities/a...
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STAR Awards
The STAR awards are a chance for students to thank staff members who go above and beyond to support them, and for staff to receive recognition from their students. The awards are open to all teaching or support staff members across the university, from lecturers, tutors, technicians, cleaners, library staff, and many more.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
It's a beautiful sunny day, here at #RGU. Enjoy seeing the campus 🌳
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Today's the day! Offer holder day at #RGU, come and speak to us about our exciting courses.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Final year students, it’s time to have your say! If you have 10 minutes to share your thoughts on your course, then complete the National Student Survey (NSS) here: thestudentsurvey.com
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National Student Survey
Join the 5.3 million students who have shared their views and helped to inspire change in universities and colleges since the survey was launched in 2005.
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RGU Library @rgulibrary.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Next week is Connect and Reflect Week, the library is open as usual to give you a quiet place to study
Books including Focus and Critical Thinking Skills on a study desk in the library Library hours poster and Quiet Zone poster behind a book on Doing Your Research Project
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Are you thinking of applying to #RGU, or have already done so? If yes, then come along to our Offer Holder days to see @robertgordonuni.bsky.social and find out about your chosen course. The next one is on Saturday 7th March. www.rgu.ac.uk/study/visit-...
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RGU Offer Holder Days | Visit Us | RGU
For offer holders only. These events allow you to explore the University in greater depth to help you decide whether RGU is the right choice for you.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
#SchoolNews #Criminology #RGU staff are taking part in Aberdeen Performing Art's Granite Noir. From the School of Law & Social Sciences, Prof Chris Yuill, Dr Saorfhlaith Burton. Many other fascinating talks from other Schools too. More information here: www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/granite-noir/
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Granite Noir
Granite Noir is inspired by the incredible popularity of crime fiction in all its forms, by the fantastic contribution that Scottish writers make, by our love affair with Nordic Noir, on the page and ...
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
#SchoolNews #Psychology #Media Dr David Smith speaks to The Huffington Post about the manosphere www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/parent...
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More And More Young Boys Are Falling Into This Trap — Here’s What Parents Think You Should Know
Parents who raised kids in the '90s are "surprised by how young boys are when they first encounter it," one mom said.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Merry Christmas to all our students, staff, and friends. Please be aware that the University will be closed from 5pm (GMT) on Monday 22nd December and will reopen on Monday 5thJanuary 2026. All the very best for the festive season!
It's beginning to look a lot like... this Christmas tree in Riverside Building. Taken from above by a photo ninja!
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
@rgulibrary.bsky.social RGU Library will close for the Christmas break at 16.00 on Monday 22 December & reopen at 8.00 on Monday 5 January. Friday 19 to Sunday 21 December, normal Semester hours apply, with closing at 20.00 daily. For full details of opening hours please visit the Library website.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Many #congratulations to all the students graduating today! An amazing achievement, you've all done brilliantly 👏 🎓🥳
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
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.
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
#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...
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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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RGU Library @rgulibrary.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
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 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Scavenger Hunt flyerLove Libraries t-shirt, tote bag, notebook, badge, pencil and more!
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
It is officially snow season here at #RGU! Take care in the cold weather - weather.metoffice.gov.uk/forecast/gfn...
Action snow shot!Action snow shot at The Riverside Building
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British Sociological Association @britsoci.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
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 tinyurl.com/4k4ezvv4
Image with text about submitting an abstract by 21 November for ‘Media in a Scandalous Age’, a free online event by the BSA Media Study Group on 10 December  https://tinyurl.com/4k4ezvv4
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
An excellent set of resources...
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Academy of Social Sciences @acadsocsciences.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
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...
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RGU Library @rgulibrary.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Book display about the University of the Arctic www.uarctic.org
Book display of University of the Arctic including QR codes to various relevant electronic resources Table display of University of the Arctic books including QR codes to various relevant electronic resources
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
#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...
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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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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
#RGU #OpenDay going splendidly so far...
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
We're almost ready to go! #RGU #OpenDay
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Social Science @ RGU @rgusocscience.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
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!
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