Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow, United Kingdom

"A modern city-centre university in Glasgow"

Public University Comprehensive 🌐 www.gcu.ac.uk https://www.gcu.ac.uk

At a Glance

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Ranking #1001 (QS)
PSW VISA 18 months (Graduate Route)
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About Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is a public university in Glasgow, Scotland, formed in 1993. Its main campus is in the Cowcaddens district near the city centre, and it also has a campus in London. It has more than 20,000 students from over 100 countries and is known for health, business, law and social sciences. Its strongest THE subject is psychology.

Rankings & Recognition

#1001
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked in the 1001-1200 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027 and in the 801-1000 band of THE World University Rankings 2026.

Ranked in the 1001-1200 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027 and in the 801-1000 band of THE World University Rankings 2026.

Accreditations & Memberships

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Glasgow Caledonian University's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1993 Founded
Over 20000 (approx.) Total Students
Over 100 countries Student Nationalities
Glasgow and London Campuses
801-1000 band THE 2026

Popular Programs

Business Management International Business Management Psychology Computing Law Nursing and Health

Application Details

Application Route UCAS (UG) / GCU portal (PG)
Intakes September, January and May
Tuition Deposit GBP 7,000 (approx.)
Student Discount GBP 2,500 per year (UG)

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate —
I-20 Processing Student visa (CAS required)
Post-Study Work 18 months (Graduate Route)
Green Card Pathway Skilled Worker route (points)

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship GBP 2,500 per year (UG)

Career Outcomes

82% highly skilled (approx.) Graduate Jobs

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Campuses — 2 —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

GCU's main campus is in the Cowcaddens district near the city centre of Glasgow, Scotland. It also has a campus in London.

Campus Details

Glasgow main campus
London campus

Campus Forecast

Cool oceanic climate Rain possible all year Cold winters Mild summers

Student Life & Housing

Housing

Student halls and shared flats in Glasgow

Dining

Campus cafes and nearby restaurants

Health & Wellness

NHS access via Immigration Health Surcharge University wellbeing and counselling support

Activities & Clubs

Students union societies Sports clubs Cultural events

Diversity & Demographics

Student Nationalities Over 100 countries

Cost Deep-Dive

Tuition - Undergraduate approx. GBP 15,700 / year
Tuition range - all courses approx. GBP 15,200-21,900

Intakes & Deadlines

GCU admits international students in September, January and May. A tuition deposit of about GBP 7,000 secures your CAS and is applied to tuition (approx., agent data).

Scholarships at Glasgow Caledonian University

1 scholarship available

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Undergraduate

International Undergraduate Automatic Discount

GBP 2,500 per year (self-funded)

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate School leaving qualification equal to UK entry standard. English test needed (IELTS usually 6.0).
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. English test needed (IELTS usually 6.5).

English Proficiency

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

PTE Academic

Required Documents

Passport copy Academic transcripts and certificates English test certificate Personal statement Reference letter CV (postgraduate) Proof of funds (for visa)

Application Process

1
Choose course
Check the course page and entry rules on gcu.ac.uk.
2
Apply
Undergraduates apply through UCAS; postgraduates apply on the GCU international portal.
3
Offer
Receive a conditional or unconditional offer and accept it.
4
Pay deposit
Pay the tuition deposit so the university can issue your CAS.
5
Student visa
Apply for a UK Student visa online with your CAS and proof of funds.
6
Arrive & enrol
Travel to the UK, complete enrolment and register with the university.

Campus & Location

GCU's main campus is in the Cowcaddens district near the city centre of Glasgow, Scotland. It also has a campus in London.

5 of 5 courses
Bachelor's 3
Glasgow Caledonian University
📍 Glasgow
Bachelor's Business Management
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Glasgow Caledonian University
📍 Glasgow
Bachelor's Psychology
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Glasgow Caledonian University
📍 Glasgow
Bachelor's Computing
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Master's 2
Glasgow Caledonian University
📍 Glasgow
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Glasgow Caledonian University
📍 Glasgow
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline N/A

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