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GCU London

About GCU London

GCU London is the postgraduate campus of Glasgow Caledonian University. As one of the top modern universities in the UK, GCU London provides high-quality teaching, learning and research. Students benefit from the University’s award-winning student services, tight-knit community and tailored teaching in small intimate classes. GCU London also provides additional support in all areas including finance with several scholarships and funding opportunities for Home and International students.

Closely aligned to industry the central London campus works with industry experts to ensure students find successful careers across the Business, Luxury, Fashion, Marketing, Health, Insurance and many more sectors by helping students find work placements.

The British School of Fashion is based at the London Campus of Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU London) and offers specialised postgraduate programmes in the business of fashion. As a university at the forefront of Fashion and Luxury education in the UK, their mission is to educate, challenge and develop a new generation of fashion and luxury business leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs. Situated in London’s fashionable Spitalfields area, they offer future-focused programmes that have been designed with industry leaders and content informed by the very latest contemporary academic research. Having recently launched the one of a kind ‘Sustainable Luxury’ module the school is leading the Sustainability agenda in education and teaching students to become responsible leaders.

GCU London Rankings

  • Ranked among the top #20 universities in the UK for health research.
  • #601-800 in World University Ranking
  • #69 in impact rankings
  • #188 in young university rankings as per Times Higher Education
  • #1000-1200 in QS world university rankings.

Glasgow Caledonian University - London Campus and facilities

The campus provides a leading-edge learning environment, which harnesses the latest technologies and offers modern teaching space for lectures, small-group study, and social learning.

GCU London is committed to delivering a high-quality student experience through award-winning support services and promotes employability and global citizenship in our graduates.

GCU London has ideally situated a short walk from Liverpool Street station. A range of accommodation is available close to the campus.

The campus also features:

  • Award-winning student support
  • Internationally renowned professors
  • Modern urban style campus set over four floors
  • Small-group teaching rooms
  • Library facilities, including digital access
  • Breakout lounges
  • Roof terrace with 360-degree views of London
  • Group learning spaces
  • Meeting rooms
  • Video conference rooms
  • State of the art computer facilities, including Apple Macs

Glasgow Caledonian University - London campus Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
Engineering (1 Courses) 4 year GBP 12250
Management (2 Courses) 4 year GBP 12250

Glasgow Caledonian University - London campus Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Engineering IELTS
Management IELTS

GCU London Application process

The prospective students are required to follow the below mentioned application requirements while applying to the GCU London:

Application Portal: GCU London Application Form

Supporting Documents

  • Statement of purpose
  • Letter of reference
  • Transcripts
  • Resume
  • Professional certificates
  • Certificate of finances

English language requirements

Tests Minimum score
Pearson Overall, 62 or above
TOEFL iBT Overall, 90 with minimum 19 in listening, 20 in reading, 21 in speaking, 20 in writing
Cambridge CAE Grade A CPE Grade B

GCU London Highlights

Type of university Public
Total enrolment 300
Campus setting Urban
Academic calendar Semester based
Intake Sessions September and January
Modes of program Full- time, part-time and distance learning
Financial aid Loans and scholarships
Total faculty 1,600
Official website https://www.gculondon.ac.uk/

GCU London Cost of attendance

International students applying to the college are highly recommended to have a clear understanding of the budget required to study in UK. A rough estimation of the cost of attendance of pursuing education at GCU London is given below:

Tuition fee

Program Level Total tuition fees in GBP
MSc Courses £13500
MBA Programs £14500-£17300

GCU London Living costs

Items Expense
Accommodation £800
Bills £80
Food/household goods £200
Local transport £85
Social activities £100
Total £1265

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK £348
Student Visa in UK Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory.
Intakes in UK There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October.
Top Job Sectors in UK IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc.
Economy in UK Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal

GCU London Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

£ 0

Postgraduate

£ 14,090

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

£ 15,180

Campus accommodation

£ 12,220

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.