Robert Gordon University (RGU) has hailed its strong performance in a new rankings table, days after being placed as the lowest in Scotland in a different guide.
Of all the Scottish universities rated in the Times Higher Education guide last week, the Aberdeen institution fell into last place.
But university bosses have now welcomed a different report which offers a more positive verdict.
RGU has leaped up the table in the Guardian University Guide for 2021, from 76th to 43rd best in the UK, scoring strongly for student satisfaction and teaching quality.
It also retained its place as the top modern university in Scotland.
RGU’s principal, Professor Steve Olivier, said: “A significant factor in this is that our students are at the centre of the university’s approach to design and delivery of teaching and learning.
“They have the opportunity to help shape the curriculum and the support they are provided with throughout their studies, ensuring the learning experience is responsive to their needs.
“Our performance in teaching satisfaction demonstrates the quality of provision at RGU and the strong dedication of our staff.”
RGU is ranked fourth in the UK and second in Scotland for course satisfaction and 12th in the UK for teaching satisfaction.
The tables have been compiled for the Guardian by Intelligent Metrix, an independent consultancy that specialises in measuring performance in higher education.