Glasgow Caledonian University, has over the past ten years, become one of the largest universities in Scotland with over 15,000 students. It is a state University funded by the government. The University campus is self-contained and situated right in the heart of the lively city of Glasgow, one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations. The University has over 90 undergraduate and 40 postgraduate programmes with a large number of students engaged in research for PhDs.
Glasgow Caledonian University has pioneered a large number of innovative programmes and has introduced a number of firsts in Scotland, the UK and even Europe.
The University is located in a modern purpose built campus in the centre of the city of Glasgow. The University has recently invested over £45 million in the development of new facilities including a new Health Faculty building, an extension to the library and state of the art leisure facilities. Hence the University can offer some of the most modern facilities available to students.
Location
Glasgow is one of Europe’s most fashionable and lively cities, and is one of the UK’s most popular tourist destinations. It is the largest city in Scotland with a population of around 1 million.
Home to 3 large universities, Glasgow is the perfect destination for international students. The city has plenty to see and do for people of all ages and backgrounds. There is a fabulous range of shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs to suit all tastes as well as museums, galleries, cinemas, comedy clubs and theatres. The cosmopolitan nature of Glasgow is reflected in the many and varied amenities available, from specialist food shops and restaurants, to places of worship throughout the city.
Glasgow has excellent transport links with cities in the rest of the UK, Europe and the world. Glasgow’s International Airport is only 15 minutes drive from the University. Students sometimes explore the beauties of Scotland and the UK and many travel to Europe during their holidays.
History
Glasgow Caledonian University began in 1875 as a small college with 110 students. Since then it has grown and diversified into one of the largest universities in Scotland with over 14,000 students.
Special Achievement
The university has several distinctions: Its graduates have highest graduate employment rate in Scotland; It hosts the largest Health faculty in Europe; It is one of the world leaders in Financial management; It is the largest provider of undergraduate part time studies in Scotland.
