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Glasgow Caledonian University Scotland Public University |
Overview
Glasgow Caledonian University is a public university in Scotland, UK. The university enrolls over 20,000 students and boasts an incredible 24:1 student to faculty ratio. The university also attracts more than 1,500 international students every year representing over 100 countries. Indian applicants can apply to undergraduate programs via the UCAS portal, while postgraduate applications are submitted through GCU’s official application portal.
An overall average of 60% or higher in Class XII is required for undergraduate applications. Postgraduate applicants should have completed a four-year bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 55–60%, depending on the program and institution ranking. The UCAS application fee is £20 (INR 2,300) for a single choice and £26 (INR 2,990) for multiple programs. Postgraduate applications generally do not require an additional fee. English language proficiency can be shown through tests like IELTS with a minimum overall score of 6.0 and no band less than 5.5, TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 78, and PTE Academic with a minimum score of 54. Glasgow Caledonian University offers various scholarships and financial support for international students, including merit-based awards of up to £4,000 (INR 4,60,000), depending on academic performance and program level. The university offers many on-campus placement opportunities with 89% of undergraduate students and 91% of graduate students finding employment within six months of graduation.
June 30, 2025: Final deadline for international undergraduate applications for September 2025 intake.
November 14, 2025: Final deadline for international postgraduate applications for January 2026 intake.
| Regional / National Accreditation
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is accredited by various professional and academic bodies, not a single regional or national one. It holds national accreditation for its programs and is ranked as a top modern university in the UK and Scotland. Its programs are accredited by a wide range of professional bodies, such as the British Computer Society, the Institute of Engineering and Technology, and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. |
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Professional Accreditation
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) has numerous professional accreditations across its programs, developed in partnership with professional bodies to ensure industry relevance and enhance graduate employability. Examples include accreditations from the British Computer Society (BCS) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) for engineering and computer science programs, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) for built environment courses, and the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for business programs. Specific courses may also hold accreditations like the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) accreditation for the International Business program, or the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) accreditation for Multimedia Journalism. |
| Special Documents: |
Glasgow Caledonian University Student Data Form |
Bachelors
Application Method
Agency Portal
Document Submission
Upload to VR Overseas Site
Application Notes
Find the ASU Application Form under SPECIAL DOCUMENTS in Step 2 of the Student Module. Without choosing a SPECIALIZATION for the desired program, the application cannot be further processed. A message will be sent to you on Cover Letter Module to make this Specialization selection. You are required to choose and respond immediately. Emergency Contact details are mandatorily required to process the application.
Doc Size & Input Method
3MB
Application Form
Application link
VR Overseas Consultancy staff will do the application
Application Fee
Waived [Waiver Code: - ]
Masters
Application Method
Agency Portal
Document Submission
Upload to VREC CRM
Application Notes
Find the ASU Application Form under SPECIAL DOCUMENTS in Step 2 of the Student Module. Without choosing a SPECIALIZATION for the desired program, the application cannot be further processed. A message will be sent to you on Cover Letter Module to make this Specialization selection. You are required to choose and respond immediately. Emergency Contact details are mandatorily required to process the application.
Doc Size & Input Method
3MB
Application Form
Application link
VR Overseas Consultancy staff will do the application
Application Fee
Waived [Waiver Code: - ]
I-20 (USA) / CAS (UK) Issuance
Evaluation Updates
Deferment Process
Pay minimum amount of money required tuition deposit - Submit financial documents for CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies). One-Year tuition fees before travel.
Evaluation Updates
The University will send email updates for pending documents, pending information and evaluation decisions directly to the Student or to the Agency - AS AND WHEN AN UPDATE OR A DECISION IS AVAILABLE. Student must keep Agents informed of any such emails.
Deferment Process
Deferment is requested by email to the university, with your deposit carried forward.
Admission Criteria
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Master of Science This university is represented via Shorelight, therefore GRE/GMAT has been waived for Direct/Pathway students. |
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Master of Arts This university is represented via Shorelight, therefore GRE/GMAT has been waived for Direct/Pathway students. |
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Master of Engineering This university is represented via Shorelight, therefore GRE/GMAT has been waived for Direct/Pathway students. |
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Master of Science 12+3 applications are considered if the undergrad degree is from NAAC A-rated University. |
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Master of Arts 12+3 applications are considered if the undergrad degree is from NAAC A-rated University. |
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Master of Engineering 12+3 applications are considered if the undergrad degree is from NAAC A-rated University. |
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Master of Science Not Available |
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Programs
STEM
GRE/GMAT WAIVER
STEM
GRE/GMAT WAIVER
