Postgraduate study
A postgraduate qualification from the School of Science and Engineering (SSE), will give you the knowledge and cutting-edge practice needed to excel in your chosen field. We’re proud of our links with industry and the partnerships we have developed with professional bodies, which together with the expertise of our academic staff, ensures that our courses provide you with the work-ready skills that employers are looking for.
You'll have the opportunity to work with experts in the fields of engineering, cyber security and data science, as well as construction project management, surveying, environmental management and many more
Postgraduate students can benefit from a number of scholarships on offer at GCU and GCU graduates may also be eligible for a 30% course fee discount.
One of the real positives I took from my time at GCU was the emphasis they put on leadership, communication and presentation. The lecturers gave me the confidence and the ability to explain complex ideas easily, a skill that has stood me in great stead over the years.
Environmental Management graduate
3D Design for Virtual Environments
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Progress to a career in 3D design, virtual environments, architectural visualisation, computer games or visual effects. Develop advanced, postgraduate-level expertise in 3D modelling, lighting, rendering, animation and video production.
Applied Data Science in Engineering
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Embark on a career in a rapidly growing field and become a data scientist with an engineering background equipped with a skill set that's valued in a range of industry sectors.
View 3 other study options
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance learning | 2 - 5 Years | Sep 26 | Distance learning |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full time | 16 Months | Jan 27 | Glasgow |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance learning | 2 - 5 Years | Jan 27 | Distance learning |
Applied Instrumentation and Control
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Go further with instrumentation, control systems, data analysis and system health management, using existing skills in engineering and physical science. Progress your career in the oil and gas, renewables, utilities or manufacturing sectors.
View 3 other study options
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 5 Years | Sep 26 | Distance Learning |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full time | 16 months | Jan 27 | Glasgow |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance learning | 2 - 5 years | Jan 27 | Distance learning |
Big Data Technologies
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in computing or computer engineering and apply them to postgraduate-level study in data engineering, data-science/analytics and Artificial Intelligence. Progress as a data analyst, systems architect or IT/data engineer.
Computer Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Progress your skills and knowledge in computer sciences. Study at a master’s level to specialise in cloud computing, analytics, information security, programming, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).
Cyber Security
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Pursue a career in cyber security with a postgraduate degree that equips you with distinct specialist knowledge and analytical skills. You'll be able to solve complex cyber security problems with expert-level ability.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Apply existing skills in electrical, electronic and computer engineering to develop further insight at postgraduate electronic engineering level. Progress your career and help address global challenges.
Electrical Power Engineering
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Apply existing skills in electrical and electronics engineering to the structure and technologies of power system networks. Progress to a career as a project manager or design engineer with employers such as Scottish Power, SSE and GE.
Environmental Management (Waste, Energy, Water, Oil and Gas)
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | London |
Progress to a career in environmental consultancy or management and work with contractors, environmental regulators and NGOs. Take existing skills in environmental, earth sciences and engineering, and apply them to current environmental issues.
Environmental Management (Waste, Energy, Water, Oil and Gas)
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Progress to a career in environmental consultancy or management and work with contractors, environmental regulators and NGOs. Take existing skills in environmental, earth sciences and engineering, and apply them to current environmental issues.