Glasgow Caledonian University

Overview

• One of the Top 10 modern Universities in the UK
• Awarded the Times Higher Education Award for Outstanding Support for Overseas Students.
• Excellent links with industry and professional bodies
• Guaranteed accommodation for International Students
• Partial Scholarships available

Glasgow Caledonian University is one of the largest universities in Scotland. Almost 17,000 students from the UK and abroad study with us and we aim to provide each and every one of them with an unbeatable student experience, a high-quality education and valuable employability skills.

Situated right in the heart of the international city of Glasgow, the university campus is self-contained and close to public transport links as well as the bustling shopping area.
If you choose to study at GCU, you will enjoy world class facilities and benefit from our award winning student support and our internationally recognised research.

Our international students come from over 100 different countries throughout the world and bring with them a diversity and enthusiasm which undoubtedly enriches the Caledonian experience for everyone.

Location

Glasgow – the largest city in Scotland - is one of Europe's most fashionable and lively cities. Listed by the lonely Planet as one of the Top 10 cities in the world to visit, the city has a truly international flavour. The warm and friendly approach of Glaswegians is legendary and as host city of the 2014 commonwealth games, Glasgow will welcome athletes and supporters from across the commonwealth to the city in 2014. The city truly offers something for everyone and has been awarded a host of titles ranging from “UK’s coolest city” to “European City of Culture.”

With a thriving social scene, Victorian architecture, internationally acclaimed museums and galleries, an array of theatres and a year-long calendar of festivals, every taste is catered for. The area is also a gateway to some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery, making it the ideal base to explore more of this beautiful country. Glasgow City Centre is renowned for its fantastic shopping, with large shopping centres such as Buchanan Galleries and international designer stores in the Italian Centre and Princes Square.

Home to three large universities, Glasgow has a reputation as the best base for students and young people in the UK. The city has a wealth of entertainment possibilities with a wide range of shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs to suit all tastes. The diverse mix of cultures in the city makes it truly cosmopolitan and the prefect destination for international students.

Academic Schools

Our 6 academic schools offer an extensive portfolio of study opportunities at Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD level. Our innovative, career-orientated programmes ensure you will graduate with a high quality degree that will enhance your career prospects.
The academic schools include:

• Caledonian Business School
• School of the Built and Natural Environment
• School of Engineering and Computing
• School of Health
• School of Law and Social Sciences
• School of Life Sciences

The internationally recognised Research assessment Exercise (RAE 2008) confirmed GCU’s position as a world leading research institution. Research conducted by our academic schools was acknowledged as being of an International standard, with 30% of proposals being recognised as world-leading or internationally excellent.

Support for International Student

It is important that all international students receive all the advice and support they need while studying abroad and GCU is renowned for excellent levels of international student support. The university has consistently been rated one of the top in the UK for International Student Experience (i-graduate survey) and has also been awarded the prestigious Times Higher Education Award for Outstanding Support for Overseas Students
Whether you need to know how to open a bank account, want help in renewing your visa or simply want to have a chat, the International Student Support Service is available to all international Students. ISSS offers a variety of services ranging from one-to-one appointments and drop in sessions to social activities and weekend trips to the Scottish Highlands. With events happening in the evening and weekends as well as during the day, students can come along at the time most convenient for them.

 Facilities

At Glasgow Caledonian University we are proud to have one of the most modern and student focused campuses in the UK. With all of our excellent facilities situated within our single site campus everything is close at hand

Saltire Centre
The Saltire Centre is the home to the university library and is the focus of learning and student services at Glasgow Caledonian University.  The five-floor facility offers students:

• 1,800 Internet-connected study spaces
• 600-seat learning cafe
• 500 computers
• Laptops borrowing facility
• Free Wi-Fi

The different areas of the centre mean that students can take advantage of social interaction areas for group work, but also settle down to silent study on the upper floors. The open-plan learning spaces are similar to modern office environments, which will help you to prepare for moving into a professional environment after graduating. 
The recently refurbished multifaith centre is situated at the heart of the campus and offers worship facilities for individuals and groups of every faith. Chaplains of all faiths are available to support and advise international students. There are also places of worship for individual religions throughout Glasgow.
The University's sport and recreation centre provides students with access to the latest fitness equipment and sports facilities. There are many varied activities in which students can participate, ranging from relaxation therapies to more energetic pastimes such as kickboxing and aerobics. Trained staff are always on hand to provide assistance and advice in areas such as exercise techniques, fitness assessment, diet and nutrition.

Accommodation

Accommodation at Caledonian Court is guaranteed for all international students. Our modern, self-catering accommodation, consisting of 100 flats, houses 660 students. Each self contained flat has six to eight bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen, complete with crockery and utensils. Private en-suite facilities are available in 340 rooms and most rooms are single, with only a few twin rooms. Our ‘village within the city’, Caledonian Court, is the perfect place to live if you’re looking for that home-from-home atmosphere. Living at Caledonian Court is an ideal way to make friends with people from all over the world.

• On-campus, city centre location
• Home for 660 students
• Friendly, multicultural atmosphere
• Self-contained, fully-furnished flats for six to eight people
• Heating, electricity and internet included in rent

The flats are wired for the internet and there is a coin operated-laundrette on site. Our gym and health and fitness centre - the Arc - several cafés and campus shops are all close by.

Location

Situated just across the road from our campus, Caledonian Court is a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of the university. Perfect for those early morning lectures, you can roll out of bed at five to nine and still be in the classroom in time for your first tutorial. Plus, the city-centre location means you can also enjoy everything Glasgow has to offer.
URL: www.gcal.ac.uk