Undergraduate
The School of Health and Life Sciences offers a range of undergraduate programmes across the three academic departments, all of which have links to professional and commercial bodies within their areas.
Not only are we a major provider of professionally accredited programmes within the Biomedical Sciences and Psychology fields, but we also offer unique degrees such as Optometry and Physiotherapy.
Applied Biomedical Science/Biomedical Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | B940 |
Become a biomedical scientist helping health professionals diagnose and manage diseases. If you enjoy being practical and have strong analytical skills, study the scientific and laboratory testing of biological samples at degree level.
Applied Psychology
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | C810 |
Exploring the thoughts and behaviour of others, you can pursue a career in psychology or other professions that involve psychological skills. Study the challenges that face individuals, society, business and educators at degree level.
Biological Sciences
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | C100 |
If you enjoy practical, hands-on investigative work, you can become a biological scientist. Study the interactions of molecules and cells and learn how therapies that may correct or prevent diseases are developed.
Biological Sciences Pathway
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Aug 24 | Multiple Locations | C101 |
Begin this flexible science degree studying at college, and study Year 3 and Year 4 at GCU. Graduate with a solid knowledge of key topics in the biological sciences field.
Diagnostic Imaging
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | B821 |
You can work across various hospital departments as a diagnostic radiographer using high-tech machines. Learn the process of producing and interpreting images of the human body degree level.
Food Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | D610 |
Study food analysis, biotechnology, nutrition and public health as well as microbiology and food toxicology at degree level. With academic learning, practical skills and industrial work you can progress your career and work as a food scientist.
Human Nutrition and Dietetics
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | B400 |
Learn the science of nutrition and metabolism in the prevention and treatment of disease at degree level. You can become a dietitian in the health or sports sector and enjoy helping others and identifying links and connections.
Nursing Studies (Adult)
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
3 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | B740 |
If a solution-focused approach appeals to you, you can study at degree level and learn how to care for adults suffering from multiple conditions. Graduates go on to become a professionally educated Adult Registered Nurse.
Nursing Studies (Adult)
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | B700 |
If a solution-focused approach appeals to you, you can study at honours degree level and learn how to care for adults suffering from multiple conditions. Graduates go on to become a professionally educated Adult Registered Nurse.
Nursing Studies (Child)
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
3 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | B730 |
Follow a career working collaboratively with families, carers and children as a professionally educated Child Registered Nurse. Study at degree level and learn specialist nursing care for children and their families from birth to young adulthood.