Research at Glasgow Caledonian University
At Glasgow Caledonian University, we are building on Scotland’s proud history of innovation, intellectual curiosity and creativity to develop leading areas of international excellence in applied research that deliver practical benefits to society. We believe good quality teaching and research are indivisible - the mark of a great modern university that matches access with excellence and contributes both to the sector’s diversity and to the nation’s economic and social health and wellbeing.
We have a long tradition of conducting research that is economically and socially relevant - applying new knowledge to problems of global significance in areas such as health, the environment and economic development.
Find out more about some of the research taking place at Glasgow Caledonian, including our Research Institutes and Centres.
Find out about how our cross-disciplinary Institutes bring together the research excellence of individuals and groups from across the university.
The University's Graduate School provides support and skills training for research students, supervisors and researchers, and acts as a social and intellectual hub.
Globally significant research facilitates our work with business and public sector partners. Our activities include consultancy, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, TSB and EU funding opportunities, student placements and research studentships. Through our Applied Knowledge Exchange we can help match your business need with our academic expertise.
Academic Research Development is a central University function which is focused on supporting the development of research activity, environment and infrastructure across the University