Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) offers a vibrant environment for learning, teaching and research in the heart of Glasgow city centre. GCU delivers career-focused programmes, world class research and award winning student support.

By Air

Glasgow Airport is situated approximately 10 miles to the west of the City Centre - approximately 30 minutes by taxi. There is also a direct bus link to Buchanan Street Bus Station, which is 200 yards from the university.

By Rail

The university is situated within easy walking distance of both Glasgow Queen Street Station and Glasgow Central Station. For details of train times, visit the National Rail Enquiries Service.

By Bus

The university is only 200 yards from Buchanan Bus Station.

By Car

The university is easily accessible from Junction 16 (Westbound) or Junctions 15 & 17 (Eastbound) of the M8 motorway. Although no parking is available on campus, there is ample space available at the nearby Buchanan Galleries car park.

Driving to the university? Why not car share and save money at the same time as helping the environment? Find out more at SPT Journeyshare. Other good car sharing websites are Liftshare and Carpool World.

Key facts & figures

Number 1: The rank given to our award-winning student support. GCU facilities such as the Base have helped us win ‘No. 1 for student support’ and overseas student support awards from Times Higher Education.
6 months: The period after graduation in which the vast majority of our graduates find work or further study. With innovative, specialist courses, our lecturers have good industry contacts to help our students find placements and future career opportunities within 6 months of graduation.
2014. The year that GCU’s main location Glasgow is host to the Commonwealth Games. Glasgow is perfect for students. It has a vibrant live music and arts scene, jumping nightlife, accessible sports facilities, spacious city parks and much more. And it is all within easy access of Scotland’s spectacular scenery and world-renowned festivals.
Top 10: The placement our research earned us in the 2008 UK Research Assessment Exercise. Recognised for our work in rehabilitation sciences, GCU was placed top in the UK and our research in construction and the built environment was rated best in Scotland.
22 countries: The number of countries in Europe that GCU students can visit as part of a student exchange opportunity. And exchanges are not just restricted to Europe. We offer placements and exchanges around the world to help our students to sample another country and learn a new language.