GCU response to COVID
As the University for the Common Good, our
sense of purpose, clear vision and commitment
to living our values were fundamental to our
successful response to the prolonged crisis which
has impacted every aspect of our lives and work.
Our swift and united reaction was recognised by
Times Higher Education, which named us one
of eight UK institutions best positioned to meet
the challenges thrown up by the pandemic.
Hundreds of student nurses and paramedic
science students responded to NHS Scotland’s
call to work in hospitals across the country in the
first weeks of the pandemic.
Global
We have city campuses in Glasgow,
London and New York and partner
institutions across Africa and Asia. You’ll
be part of a student population of over
20,000 from more than 100 different
countries (HESA, 2021)
Open to all
Whatever your background, you’ll be
welcome at GCU. We’re widening access by
offering a variety of study options and £2
million in student scholarships every year
Student experience
We want you to spend some of the best
years of your life at GCU. We take pride in
providing exceptional student support, within
a vibrant city setting
Employment focused
You’ll be graduating from the joint top
university in Scotland for graduates who are in
full-time work 15 months after completing their
studies. Ninety percent of our graduates are in
employment or further study 15 months after
graduating (HESA, 2021)
Changemakers
With a heritage dating back to 1875, we’ve been
working for the Common Good across three
centuries. You will make a positive difference in
your professional and disciplinary areas as well
as in society with our Common Good Curriculum
supporting you to achieve the GCU Common
Good attributes. You will be part of a rich social
innovation culture by supporting research in
civic participation, social policy, health and the
environment. We are proud to be members of
the Clinton Global Initiative University Network,
which offers you an opportunity to tackle some
of the world's most pressing challenges through
a leadership programme backed by the Clinton
Foundation.
Success guaranteed
GCU students are more likely to complete their
degree than their peers at any other modern Scottish
university (HESA, 2021)
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