Glasgow Caledonian University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1077 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #421 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #83 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #9 of 18 | In Scotland |
| #3 of 5 | In Glasgow |
| #99 of 1,001 | For Optometry |
| Top50% | For 141 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 70%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.gcu.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 70% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Scottish Certificate of Education (SCE) with 3 passes at Higher ('H') grade and 2 passes at Ordinary/Standard grade, or 4 passes at 'H' grade. General Certificate of Education (GCE) with minimum 2 Advanced 'A' level passes plus 2 Ordinary ('O') level/GSCE. International Baccalaureate and other foreign equivalents. Foreign students, IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 560 minimum score |
| Academic Calendar | September to May (September - January; February-May) |
We've calculated the 70% acceptance rate for Glasgow Caledonian University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Glasgow Caledonian University has published 14,812 scientific papers with 398,699 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Computer Science, Biology, Engineering, Political Science, Psychology, Environmental Science, Law, and Physics.
Glasgow Caledonian University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 76 | 24 |
| 1994 | 156 | 94 |
| 1995 | 204 | 159 |
| 1996 | 207 | 289 |
| 1997 | 211 | 390 |
| 1998 | 225 | 639 |
| 1999 | 227 | 874 |
| 2000 | 287 | 1204 |
| 2001 | 239 | 1438 |
| 2002 | 265 | 1891 |
| 2003 | 269 | 2195 |
| 2004 | 344 | 2940 |
| 2005 | 355 | 3610 |
| 2006 | 391 | 4311 |
| 2007 | 411 | 5179 |
| 2008 | 414 | 6562 |
| 2009 | 420 | 7397 |
| 2010 | 497 | 9014 |
| 2011 | 542 | 10606 |
| 2012 | 525 | 12186 |
| 2013 | 596 | 14143 |
| 2014 | 640 | 15743 |
| 2015 | 611 | 17114 |
| 2016 | 709 | 17805 |
| 2017 | 636 | 19319 |
| 2018 | 702 | 21394 |
| 2019 | 618 | 23852 |
| 2020 | 752 | 29055 |
| 2021 | 753 | 33432 |
| 2022 | 804 | 34218 |
| 2023 | 747 | 35766 |
| 2024 | 591 | 35890 |
| 2025 | 418 | 32617 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Glasgow Caledonian University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Duration | Tuition Cost (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 years | £9,250 per year |
| Master's Degree | 1 year | £13,500 |
| PhD | 3-4 years | £4,410 per year (UK/EU), £13,500 per year (International) |
Glasgow Caledonian University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Glasgow Caledonian University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Business Administration, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Social Studies |
|---|
Glasgow Caledonian University alumni
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Hassan Rouhani
- Enrolled in Glasgow Caledonian University
- 1990-1995 graduated with Master of Philosophy in law
- 1995-1999 graduated with Doctor of Philosophy in constitutional law
- Occupations
- writerclericlawyerdiplomatpolitician
- Biography
-
Hassan Rouhani is an Iranian politician who served as the seventh president of Iran from 2013 to 2021. He is also a sharia lawyer ("Wakil"), academic, former diplomat and Islamic cleric. He served as a member of Iran's Assembly of Experts from 1999 to 2024. He was a member of the Expediency Council from 1991 to 2013, and also was a member of the Supreme National Security Council from 1989 to 2021. Rouhani was deputy speaker of the fourth and fifth terms of the Parliament of Iran (Majlis) and Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council from 1989 to 2005. In the latter capacity, he was the country's top negotiator with the EU three, UK, France, and Germany, on nuclear technology in Iran, and has also served as a Shia mujtahid (a senior cleric), and economic trade negotiator.
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Drew McIntyre
- Occupations
- actorprofessional wrestler
- Biography
-
Andrew McLean Galloway IV is a Scottish professional wrestler. He is signed to WWE, where he performs on the SmackDown brand under the ring name Drew McIntyre, and is the current Undisputed WWE Champion in his third reign.
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Thabo Mbeki
- Enrolled in Glasgow Caledonian University
- In 2000 graduated with doctorate
- Occupations
- ministereconomistpolitician
- Biography
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Thabo Mvuyelwa Mbeki is a South African politician and economist who served as the president of South Africa from 14 June 1999 to 24 September 2008, when he resigned at the request of his party, the African National Congress (ANC). Before that, he was deputy president under Nelson Mandela from 1994 to 1999.
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Kevin Bridges
- Occupations
- comedianstand-up comedian
- Biography
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Kevin Andrew Bridges is a Scottish stand-up comedian. He has appeared on many television panel shows, including Would I Lie to You?, Have I Got News for You, and has performed on Live at the Apollo and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow.
Glasgow Caledonian University faculties and divisions
| School : Business and Society | Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Education, Commercial Law, Economics, Finance, Information Management, International Business, Journalism, Law, Leisure Studies, Management, Marketing, Mass Communication, Parks and Recreation, Retailing and Wholesaling, Sports Management, Tourism |
|---|---|
| School : Engineering and Built Environment | Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Construction Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Mechanical Engineering, Multimedia, Power Engineering, Robotics, Safety Engineering, Software Engineering, Surveying and Mapping |
| School : Health and Life Sciences | Biology, Biomedicine, Cell Biology, Food Science, Molecular Biology, Nursing, Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacology |
General information
| Alternative names | GCU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1993 |
| Accreditation | Quality Assurance Agency |
| Motto | For the common weal |
Location and contacts
| Address | Cowcaddens Road Glasgow, G4 0BA United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 626,000 |