News and events

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Mairi Watson as its new Principal and Vice-Chancellor. She will start in her new role on February,1, 2026.

Glasgow Caledonian University has been named the top-ranked modern university in the UK in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

Glasgow Caledonian University’s Formula Student team, GCU Racing, will this weekend make its debut at the prestigious Prescott Hill Climb after receiving a special invitation from The Bugatti Trust.

Glasgow Caledonian University has appointed Dr Mick O’Connor as an Honorary Professor within the School of Science and Engineering, recognising his contribution to entrepreneurship, technology innovation

Glasgow Caledonian University honoured two exceptional individuals during the second day of our summer graduation ceremonies, held at Glasgow’s Royal Concert Hall, celebrating not only academic achievement but lives lived in service of others.

A Glasgow Caledonian University Graduate Apprentice has been named 2025 Engineering Graduate Apprentice of the Year at the prestigious Scottish Engineering Awards.

A student and alumnus from Glasgow Caledonian University have been selected for the 2025 Converge programme − Scotland’s enterprise initiative for staff, students and recent graduates from Scottish universities.

Glasgow Caledonian University has once again recognised the ambition, creativity and impact of its student changemakers through the 2025 Magnus Magnusson Awards, announced at a celebratory event on campus.

A Glasgow-based student will work remotely with a Ukrainian primary school to help transform its bomb shelter into a more welcoming, child-friendly space.

The School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment (SCEBE) hosted its Annual Celebration on Monday, January 20, bringing together industry leaders, students and staff for an evening of inspiration, reflection and recognition of outstanding achievements.