Glasgow Caledonian ranked top modern university in the UK by Times and Sunday Times Guide

Glasgow Caledonian University has been recognised as the UK’s leading modern institution, named the top-ranked modern university in the UK in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

This national recognition is accompanied by another significant milestone, as Glasgow Caledonian has climbed into the UK top 40 in the 2026 Guide. We now stand at 36th place out of all universities in the UK, further cementing our position as Scotland’s leading modern (post-1992) university.

Our subject-level performance also continues to excel, with the institution ranked as the UK’s leading university in key areas including physiotherapy and subjects allied to medicine, reflecting the strength of our education, research and partnerships in these vital fields.

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide is regarded as one of the most influential resources for prospective students considering higher education in the UK. Glasgow Caledonian’s strong showing this year is underpinned by excellent performance across entry standards, First and 2:1, graduate prospects, research, and People & Planet.