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Glasgow Caledonian University

 

Glasgow Caledonian University has one of the most modern and student-focused campuses in the UK. With around 17,000 students, Glasgow Caledonian University is one of the largest universities in Scotland and offers a wide range of courses in areas of business, built environment, health, science and technology.

The University prides itself on its modern facilities, fantastic student support services, and a focus on employability underpinned by strong ties with Scottish business and industry. It also offers a truly cosmopolitan campus atmosphere, with students from more than 100 countries.

  • Ranked first internationally and in the UK for student living experience (ISB Survey 2011)
  • Ranked first in the UK for Learning Support (ISB Survey 2011)
  • The most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) judged more than three quarters of the research submitted by the University to be of international quality
  • 99% student satisfaction rate for learning (ISB Summer 2012)
  • 96% or graduates in employment or further education (HESA 2012) 
  • Winner of 2008 Times Higher Award for outstanding support for overseas students
  • Top 20 for research in the UK - Built and Natural Environment sector
  • Wide range of practical, modern, career oriented programmes

GCU London

In 2010 Glasgow Caledonian University became Scotland’s first Higher Education institution to establish a postgraduate campus in London. GCU London focuses on postgraduate courses in banking and finance, risk management, construction management, tourism and fashion and luxury branding.

  • Located in London, Spitalfields
  • In the heart of fashion and finance district
  • Specialising in postgraduate programmes

Visit the Glasgow Caledonian University website.

 

 


Pathway Programmes

International Foundation
International Certificate of Higher Education in Business and Management
International Certificate of Higher Education in Science
International Certificate of Higher Education in Computing, Engineering and Built Environment
International Certificate of Higher Education in International Business, Fashion Marketing and Risk Management

International Diploma
International Diploma of Higher Education in Business
International Diploma of Higher Education in Engineering, Computing or Creative Industries
International Diploma of Higher Education in International Business, Fashion Marketing and Risk Management

 

Graduate Diploma
International Graduate Diploma of Higher Education in Business
Fast-track six-month International Graduate Diploma in Business
International Graduate Diploma of Higher Education in Engineering, Computing or Creative Industries
International Graduate Diploma of Higher Education in International Business, Fashion Marketing and Risk Management
International Graduate Diploma of Higher Education in Oil and Gas Engineering

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Direct Entry Programmes

Direct Entry

You can apply for direct entry if you meet the entry requirements. Check the pathway programmes if you slightly fall short of the entry requirements.

 

For Direct Entry Undergraduate Programmes visit http://www.gcu.ac.uk/study/coursesearch/search.php?t=ug&l=uk&p=1&let

 

 

For Direct Entry Post Graduate Taught programmes visit  http://www.gcu.ac.uk/study/coursesearch/search.php?d=1&st=l&t=pg&l=uk&let

 

 

For Direct Entry Post Graduate Research Programmes visit http://www.gcu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/researchdegrees/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Entry Requirements

Foundation Courses

Academic requirements:

You need to have completed 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades, or show strong evidence of ability to complete the programme successfully and progress to their chosen degree.

English requirements:

Five term programme: IELTS 4.0 or equivalent

Four term programme: IELTS 4.5 or equivalent

Three term programme: IELTS 5.0 with a minimum of 4.5 in writing or equivalent

Diploma Porgrammes

Academic requirements: A recognised Foundation programme or International Certificate of Higher Education programme, the first year of a relevant undergraduate degree programme or A-Level equivalent in a suitable range of subjects.
English requirements:

Five term programme: IELTS 4.5 with a minimum of 4.0 in writing, or equivalent score

Four term programme: IELTS 5.0 with a minimum of 4.5 in writing, or equivalent score

Three term programme: IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.0 in writing, or equivalent score

Graduate Diploma Programmes

Academic requirements:

An ordinary degree or equivalent, OR a 2-5 year diploma with good grades.

Candidates with lesser qualifications but more than 3 years of work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Work experience is mandatory for progression to the Caledonian MBA programmes.

English requirements:

Three terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent

Three or Four terms standard with Pre-Sessional English: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum 5.0 in two subskills) or equivalent.

Three or Four terms intensive with Pre-Sessional English: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.5 in two subskills) or equivalent.

Please enqure for further information about direct entry programmes

Dates and Prices

Foundation

Start date Fees
January 2015 Start (3 terms) £11,250
March 2015 start (5 terms) £19,550
June 2015 Start (5 terms) £19,550
June 2015 Start (4 terms) £15,440
September 2015 Start (4 terms) £15,440
September 2015 Start (3 terms) £11,250
January 2016 Start (3 terms) £11,250

 Diploma Year 1

January 2015 Start (3 terms) £11,250
March 2015 start (5 terms) £19,550
June 2015 Start (5 terms) £19,550
June 2015 Start (4 terms) £15,440
September 2015 Start (4 terms) £15,440
September 2015 Start (3 terms) £11,250
January 2016 Start (3 terms) £11,250

 Graduate Diploma

January 2015 start (3 term) £15,900
September 2015 start (3 term) £16,900
January 2016 start (3 term)

£16,900

6 month Fast Track Garduate Diploma

March 2015 start (2 terms) £8,550
January 2016 start (2 terms) £8,550
March 2016 start (2 terms) £8,550

 

What's the difference between the 3 and 4 term course?

Lasting 4 terms, the Extended International Diploma incorporates an additional term of intensive English tuition on the same visa, and typically has a lower English language entry requirement.

If you need to study more than one term of English in order to reach the level necessary for academic study you should aply for the English for University Study course.

Tuition fees do not include:

  • text books and other learning materials: an additional cost in the region of £180 per academic course (three term), £240 per academic course (four term) and £300 per academic course (five term)
  • enrolment fee: an additional charge of £150 per academic programme (to be charged upon confirmation)

 

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