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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow, United Kingdom · Public · Est. Modern university; founding year not confirmed on the pages checked

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

Modern university; founding year not confirmed on the pages checked

Type

Public

Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

THE World University Rankings 2027

801–1000 in the world

About the university

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is a public university with its main campus in the centre of Glasgow and a second campus in London. It calls itself Scotland's largest and leading modern university and is the only Scottish university with EcoCampus Platinum status.

Its postgraduate computing list includes MSc Advanced Computer Science, MSc Computer Science (for students from a non-computing background), MSc Cyber Security, MSc Financial Technology and MSc Software Engineering.

For Indian students a key attraction is the New to GCU Postgraduate Scholarship, a tuition discount of up to £3,000 for self-funded Indian nationals, rising to £4,000 with the GCU Plus award. Course fees are published on each course page; check the 2027-28 fee before applying, as GCU says these are still being finalised.

Glasgow is Scotland's largest city. Caledonian Court, GCU's own residence, is just across the road from the campus.

Type
Public university; describes itself as Scotland's largest modern university
Total students
About 17,465 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
International students
27% (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Student–staff ratio
25.3 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Campuses
Glasgow city centre and GCU London
Graduate outcomes
90% of graduates in work and/or further study (HESA 2026, as quoted by GCU)

Rankings

  • THE World University Rankings 2027

    801–1000 in the world

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    89th of 130 UK universities

Popular courses with Indian students

Glasgow Caledonian University doesn't publish course-by-course fees for international students online. See the courses on the official website (opens in a new tab), or ask our counsellor for the current list and fees.

    Scholarships

    • Full-time taught postgraduate

      New to GCU Postgraduate Scholarship

      Value: Up to £3,000 tuition fee discount

      Eligibility: Self-funded international students of Indian or Nigerian nationality, from the September 2026-27 academic year. No separate application; eligibility is assessed when you apply for your course.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)
    • Full-time taught postgraduate

      GCU Plus

      Value: An extra £1,000 (up to £4,000 in total with New to GCU)

      Eligibility: Indian or Nigerian nationals with a strong academic background and statement of purpose, or a strong score in a GCU-approved English test.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)

    Admission requirements

    Undergraduate

    • Each course page sets out entry requirements and international equivalents; apply through UCAS.

    Postgraduate

    • Taught postgraduate fees and entry requirements are listed on individual course pages.
    • Some master's are designed for students changing field, for example MSc Computer Science for applicants without a computing degree.
    • Scholarship eligibility is assessed automatically when you apply.

    Documents

    • Valid passport
    • Degree certificate and transcripts (master's) or Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's)
    • English test score
    • Statement of purpose

    Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.

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    English language requirements

    English requirements
    Test or routeTypical requirement
    English testsGCU publishes an English language requirements guide; the score needed depends on the course. Check the course page.
    Scholarship linkA strong score in a GCU-approved English test can count towards the GCU Plus scholarship.

    Accommodation and living costs

    Caledonian Court, GCU's own residence, is just across the road from the Glasgow campus. It has 100 self-catering flats for 660 students, with six to eight bedrooms per flat, 340 en-suite rooms, fully equipped kitchens, internet and an on-site laundrette. Rents are not shown on the page; check with GCU Accommodation Services.

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    Campus and location

    GCU's main campus is in the heart of Glasgow, with a second campus in London.

    • City-centre Glasgow campus with its own residence across the road.
    • Only Scottish university with EcoCampus Platinum status.
    • Postgraduate computing courses in advanced computer science, cyber security, fintech and software engineering.
    • Some courses are also available at GCU London.

    Careers and graduate outcomes

    GCU reports that 90% of its graduates are in work and/or further study (HESA 2026). After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide for the current rules.

    Graduate outcomes
    WhatFigureSource
    Graduates in employment and/or further study90%HESA 2026, as quoted by GCU

    Studying in the UK

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    FAQs

    How much does a master's at GCU cost?

    GCU publishes fees on each course page. Fees for courses starting in 2027-28 were still being finalised in October 2026, so check the course page or ask admissions before you apply.

    Is there a scholarship for Indian students?

    Yes. The New to GCU Postgraduate Scholarship gives self-funded Indian nationals up to £3,000 off tuition, and GCU Plus can add another £1,000. No separate application is needed.

    Does GCU have its own halls?

    Yes. Caledonian Court, across the road from campus, has 660 places in self-catering flats, 340 of them en-suite.

    Can I study computing without a computing degree?

    Yes. GCU's MSc Computer Science is designed for students from a non-computing background.

    Sources

    1. GCU: tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
    2. GCU: postgraduate fees and funding (opens in a new tab)
    3. GCU: New to GCU Postgraduate Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
    4. GCU: international study (opens in a new tab)
    5. GCU: postgraduate computer science courses (opens in a new tab)
    6. GCU: Caledonian Court (opens in a new tab)
    7. THE World University Rankings 2027: Glasgow Caledonian University (opens in a new tab)
    8. Complete University Guide 2027: Glasgow Caledonian University (opens in a new tab)

    Official website: www.gcu.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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