Summary
Glasgow Caledonian is a large, vibrant and values-led modern university with campuses in Glasgow and London. It is dedicated to providing high-quality education, excellent student support, and world-leading research. This approach fosters sustainable growth and addresses local and global challenges. The university's wide range of industry links, placements and professional accreditations enable its students to succeed in their future careers.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate70%Postgraduate30%
Study mode
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Full-time87%Part-time13%
Student population LARGE
- 15,001–25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK78%International22%EU0%
Student gender
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Male 45%Female 55%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2027
Overall ranking
89th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000536 54%89th
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Entry standards
/ Max 208159 76%21st
4 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.14 78%71st
4 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.95 74%68th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.31 31%95th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 45922051 45%68th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2556251 10%126th
2 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.322.8128th
3 -
Continuation
/ Max 10090.4 90%75th
2 -
Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10076.8 77%43rd
8 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10077.7 78%30th
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Subject League Tables 2027
- Accounting & Finance
- Biomedical Sciences
- Building
- Business & Management Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Communication & Media Studies
- Complementary Medicine
- Computer Science
- Counselling, Psychotherapy & Occupational Therapy
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Food Science
- Forensic Science
- General Engineering
- Information Technology & Systems
- Law
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology & Bioengineering
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
55th out of 104
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10078.4 78%55th
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Entry standards
/ Max 209165 79%7th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.14 79%71st
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Research quality
/ Max 42.67 67%62nd
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Continuation
/ Max 10085.9 86%81st
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10061.0 61%62nd
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Campus locations
Study options
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For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
With a wide range of professionally accredited courses and links with over 300 industry partners, Glasgow Caledonian University has a great track record of graduates moving into highly skilled employment or further study after graduating. Glasgow Caledonian is also a leading provider of graduate apprenticeships across a broad range of subjects. The university is committed to widening participation, helping more people from diverse backgrounds into university.
Free Wi-Fi is available in halls, as well as shared kitchen and dining facilities, and 24-hour security. Ground floor accessible accommodation is available for disabled students.
Glasgow Caledonian is committed to providing a range of enabling scholarships. These benefits may include tuition fee support, help with living costs, and opportunities to work with those who inspire you and those who are inspired by you. A range of bursaries and scholarships are available, including the Sir Alex Ferguson Scholarships and Awards Fund, which offers widening access scholarships.