The School of Health and Life Sciences is committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and knowledge transfer across the disciplines of health, nursing and social care, biological and biomedical sciences, psychology and vision sciences.
Postgraduate
Continue your student journey at Glasgow Caledonian University's School of Health and Life Sciences.
Studying at GCU helped me learn transferable skills in a supportive, forward-thinking learning environment. I graduated with a degree that combined theory, practice and reflection that realistically prepared me for the challenges of nursing.
Develop advanced medical imaging skills. Build practical AI skills to enhance imaging practice, support clinical decisions and lead innovation in healthcare.
Train for advanced ultrasound practice on this CASE‑accredited pathway. Build hands‑on scanning skills, clinical judgement and confidence to deliver safe, effective patient care.
Train to become an adult nurse and make a difference every day. Build clinical expertise, develop professional confidence, and support patients throughout their healthcare journey.
As a registered nurse, this course offers you a flexible curriculum with everything you need to advance your practice. You may choose to graduate with the MSc/PgD Advancing Professional Practice on this flexible course.
Use your existing degree in kinesiology or sports science to develop clinical reasoning of assessment and rehabilitation, and progress your career as a physiotherapist in the NHS, private clinics and other health and social care settings.
Develop advanced clinical knowledge and practical skills in non-surgical medical aesthetics. Designed for healthcare professionals, this part-time postgraduate diploma supports safe, evidence-based practice.
Progress to a career as a Social Worker or Researcher with local authorities or third-sector organisations. Apply existing skills in related disciplines to critical reflection, social work practice and research.
Apply existing skills in all fields of nursing and midwifery to the advanced study of critical appraisal, information gathering, leadership and autonomy. Advance your career as a health visitor with health boards throughout the UK.