Glasgow Caledonian University
Overview
GCU is an institution immersed in industry and the professions. With a wealth of career-focused programmes and facilities designed to develop students’ skills and help them meet their future career goals, GCU bridges the gap between learning in a classroom and receiving valuable industry experience.
- Unique and contemporary degree offering with programme accreditations from professional bodies across a wide variety of subject areas, including EPAS accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development and BCS accreditation by the Chartered Institute for IT
- Opportunity to interact with industry-leading companies through work placements
- Modern learning environment filled with cutting-edge facilities designed to enhance employability
- One of the UK’s most affordable student cities (Whatuni ‘Most Affordable Student Cities’ 2019)
- 100% student satisfaction for campus environment (INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2019)
Quick facts
- Established in 1993
- Total number of students: 20,000+
- Number of international students: 1,800+
- Nationalities represented: 100+
Why This University
Courses
Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
Combining a university pathway with an undergraduate degree under a single 4-year CAS.
- Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
International Foundation
Leading to Year 2 of a 4-year Scottish undergraduate degree. Students will receive a CAS for the duration of the Foundation programme only.
- International Foundation in Business and Management
- International Foundation in Computing
- International Foundation in Engineering
- International Foundation in Science
Undergraduate Degree with International Year Two
Combining a university pathway with an undergraduate degree under a single 3-year CAS.
- Undergraduate Degree with International Year Two
International Diploma
Leading to Year 3 of a 4-year Scottish undergraduate degree.
- International Diploma in Business and Management
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
Postgraduate Degree with Graduate Diploma
Combining a university pathway with a Master’s degree under a single CAS.
- Postgraduate Degree with Graduate Diploma
Graduate Diploma
For students who do not meet the academic and English language requirements for a Master’s degree.
- International Graduate Diploma in Business and Management
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
English Language Courses
Academic English
An intensive course offering students rapid progress in preparation for academic study.
- Academic English
English Language Courses
Pre-sessional English
Short and intensive preparation for students who are already academically qualified and are due to start an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University.
- Pre-sessional English
English Language Courses
Study Abroad With English
This programme gives current university students the opportunity to experience UK university life, while developing English language skills. Students will sample subject modules related to their degree.
- Study Abroad with English
Top subjects
- Computer-Aided Mechanical Engineering
- Computing
- Construction Management
- Electrical Power Engineering
- Global Marketing
- International Business
- International Fashion Marketing
- Optometry
- Pharmacology
- Physiotherapy
- Real Estate
Key rankings
Student success
- 1st in the UK for Optometry and Orthoptics (The Complete University Guide 2021).
- 8th in the UK for Medical Technology (The Complete University Guide 2021).
- 7th in the UK for Anatomy and Physiology (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- 9th in the UK for Physiotherapy (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- 12th in the UK for Town and Country Planning and Landscape Design (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- Top 25 in the UK for Building (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- Top 25 in the UK for General Engineering (The Complete University Guide 2020).
- Top 30 in the UK for Pharmacology and Pharmacy (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
Take a look at our student progression results in all subjects/programmes for 2018-19.
- Passed: 83% of those who completed their pathway
- Eligible: 96% eligible to progress to Glasgow Caledonian University of those who passed
Campus and location
1. Glasgow campus
With a fantastic city centre location and a £32 million investment in buildings and facilities, GCU is a stimulating and supportive learning environment. Located in the heart of the lively and cosmopolitan city of Glasgow, students are sure to have a truly memorable student experience at GCU’s state-of-the-art Glasgow campus, known for its positive social outlook and environmental sustainability.
Accommodation
For students applying for direct entry to university accommodation information can be found on the university website.
Liberty Park
- 5-minute walk from the INTO Centre.
- Free Wi-Fi access.
- 24/7 support with on-site staff.
- Utility bills included.
- Coin-operated laundrette on site.
Caledonian Court
- 4-minute walk from the INTO Centre.
- Free Wi-Fi access.
- Utility bills included.
- Coin-operated laundrette on site.
University facilities
Designed to help students gain the skills that employers want, GCU has a modern learning environment filled with cutting-edge facilities. Discover the Saltire Centre to access a five-floor library set among aerial walkways and quiet study zones or, depending on the student’s chosen degree, they could access the specialist Physiotherapy@GCUClinic, six dedicated Networking Labs, the Interprofessional Simulation Centre with simulated home and hospital environments, the functioning opticians service inside the GCU Vision Centre, and the high-tech Games Design Studio.
Tuition fees
For entry in 2020–21:
Full-time undergraduate courses for non-EU international students start from £12,250 per year.
For the most up-to-date information, visit the University website.
Admission Requirements & Deadline
All information is provided as a guide and does not guarantee entry. Admissions decisions are at the discretion of the university.
For country-specific entry requirements, visit the University website.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent.
Higher levels may be required for entry onto certain degree programs.
