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title: "Robert Gordon University Student Association — check charity number SC016639 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Robert Gordon University Student Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016639. the advancement of education charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/robert-gordon-university-student-association
retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:31:04.220Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Robert Gordon University Student Association is a registered charity (number SC016639) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of public participation in sport. Its latest reported income was £794,609 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about Robert Gordon University Student Association?

Registered charity number

SC016639

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Unincorporated association

Location

Aberdeen

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£794,609

Website

[www.rguunion.co.uk](http://www.rguunion.co.uk/)

## What does Robert Gordon University Student Association do?

The Student Association is an unincorporated association constituted with the following objectives: • To represent and promote the general interests of students at the University. • To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation so that their conditions of life may be improved. • To advance the arts, culture, education, science, heritage and sport by providing amenities and supporting activities for students. • To prevent and relieve poverty and advance health by providing advice and welfare service for students and potential students. In…

## What causes is Robert Gordon University Student Association registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of public participation in sport

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Robert Gordon University Student Association yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Robert Gordon University Student Association is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Robert Gordon University Student Association a legitimate charity?

Yes. Robert Gordon University Student Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016639) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Robert Gordon University Student Association's charity number?

Robert Gordon University Student Association's charity number is SC016639. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC016639?

Search SC016639 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Robert Gordon University Student Association do?

The Student Association is an unincorporated association constituted with the following objectives: • To represent and promote the general interests of students at the University. • To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation so that their conditions of life may be improved. • To advance the arts, culture, education, science, heritage and sport by providing amenities and supporting activities for students. • To prevent and relieve poverty and advance health by providing advice and welfare service for students and potential students. In…

Does Robert Gordon University Student Association have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Robert Gordon University Student Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Robert Gordon University Student Association?

Robert Gordon University Student Association's website is http://www.rguunion.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC016639).