About Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is Scotland's largest and leading modern university, formed in 1993 through the merger of The Queen's College Glasgow and Glasgow Polytechnic. Located in the Cowcaddens district, just minutes from Glasgow city centre, GCU is home to nearly 23,000 students from over 130 countries across its campuses in Glasgow and London.
The university has invested significantly in its city-centre campus, creating state-of-the-art facilities in one of the most vibrant and affordable student cities in the UK. GCU is a values-led institution guided by a commitment to the Common Good, embedding social responsibility, sustainability, and global citizenship into everything it does.
Why Glasgow Caledonian University for Indian Students?
Indian students get the opportunity to access career-focused education, gain internationally recognised qualifications, and receive a dedicated scholarship specifically for students from India. The university has a strong track record with Indian applicants, offering a tuition fee discount for eligible postgraduate students from India for the 2025–26 academic year, alongside a welcoming and well-supported environment from arrival through to graduation.
Glasgow itself is one of the UK's most affordable and student-friendly cities, with living costs well below London while offering world-class cultural experiences, a thriving job market, and excellent transport connections.

