Student news
Our student newsroom keeps you up to date with the latest student news, events, campaigns and activities at GCU.
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Professor Jafry informs carbon debate09 September 2020
Leading academic inputs into report looking at how UK can meet target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.
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GCU among UK’s best in Guardian University Guide08 September 2020
Two subject areas at GCU have been listed in the top 10 in the UK and first in Scotland in this year's Guardian University Guide 2021.
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PhD student creates GCU Virtual Campus Tour video as part of university open days04 September 2020
A GCU PhD student has designed and developed a 360-degree virtual campus tour video as part of GCU’s open days.
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University bat man develops detector to help declining population03 September 2020
Dr David Moore has built a custom 'bat detector' to help the Bat Conservation Trust conduct field and waterway surveys of various species across Scotland.
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Big screen debut for masters comedian02 September 2020
GCU’s very own comedian Chrissy Ross is gearing up for a hometown show in 2021 – which will lead to him releasing his first DVD.
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Younger people hit hardest by COVID-19 lockdown – new research reveals01 September 2020
First mental health study of its kind shows that younger adults and people with pre-existing health conditions are bearing the brunt of lockdown
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Occupational Therapy student promotes the launch of her dementia support group on BBC Radio29 August 2020
A GCU student is attracting media attention after appearing on BBC Radio Scotland to discuss the launch of her new online community group that supports those effected by dementia.
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New Knowledge Transfer Partnership will address skills shortage28 August 2020
Glasgow Caledonian University is to lend its expertise to an Ayrshire-based engineering company in a bid to address a sector-wide skills shortage.
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Radiotherapy and Oncology student smashes target to raise £450 for cancer charity28 August 2020
A GCU student is raising money for Maggie’s cancer charity by running 50 miles during the month of August.
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Sports Management student on target for future success26 August 2020
A GCU student has landed a job with a semi-professional football team - giving him the opportunity to gain some experience before heading into the world of work.
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