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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow · London

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Available courses
227
Campuses
2
Institution type
Public

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About Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is a vibrant, innovative and multi-award winning higher education institution that aims to contribute to society in a way that goes beyond the traditional role of a university. The university offers high-quality programs and it has won awards for its support and commitment to creating a truly memorable student experience. It also promotes employability and global citizenship in its graduates and it leverages its intellectual and social capital for the benefit of the communities it serves in Scotland and internationally. GCU has a tradition of widening access to higher education for talented individuals regardless of their backgrounds.

Why Glasgow Caledonian University

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NOTE: This school may use UCAS as an external portal for application for some programs. A £20 (single application) or £25 (up to 5 applications) application fee may apply.

What makes it distinctive

Why study here?

01

Campus life

GCU's single-site campus has a very welcoming and supportive community of students and teachers from all over the world. There are 95 societies and sports clubs for students to share their interests and make new friends.

02

Facilities

The eco-friendly campus has a modern learning environment filled with cutting-edge facilities, including a physiotherapy clinic, the Interprofessional Simulation Centre, the Vision Centre, and the Game Design Studio with 3D Laser Scanning and Motion Capture tools, 3D Animation and Virtual Reality labs, and an award-winning library that provides spaces for social learning as well as quiet study.

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Location

GCU is located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland's largest city and one of the UK's major cities for commerce, education and arts. Glasgow has been voted one of the top 10 best cities in the world and one of the top 5 safest cities in the world.

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Strong industry links

The university has strong links to leading companies such as Morgan Stanley, PwC, Clyde Union Pumps, Santander, Babcock International, Jaguar and GEC to help students put their learning into practice and make connections for the future.

More reasons to study here

Campus

GCU London has a diverse student community and offers globally-recognized courses based on the University's close links with industry.

Facilities

The university provides a leading-edge learning environment, harnessing the latest technologies and offering modern teaching space for lectures, small-group study, and social learning.

Location

Voted the world's premier student city (QS Best Student Cities 2019), London is home to international students from all over the world who are looking to learn new things, meet new people, and further their careers. Located in Spitalfields, GCU London is in close proximity to the capital’s internationally-renowned financial and fashion industries.

British School of Fashion

At the forefront of Fashion Business Education in the UK, GCU London offers specialized postgraduate programs in the business of fashion with the mission is to develop a new generation of fashion and luxury business leaders and innovators.

Career-Focused Education

GCU London believes that "careers come first," ensuring degrees are career-focused with opportunities to undertake an internship or placement, volunteer, study abroad or take part in consultancy. Industry experts also deliver a suite of masterclasses at the university.

Industry-Informed Courses

Course content is informed by the very latest cotemporary academic research and designed with the support of industry leaders.

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Courses at Glasgow Caledonian University

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227 courses at Glasgow Caledonian University

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Life on campus

Facilities & student life

  • Library
  • Laboratories
  • Simulation suites
  • Studios

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University information last imported 2026-10-04. Published descriptions and estimates may change; confirm important details with the institution.

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