Postgraduate courses

We know that with the right master's degree, you can develop your skills, expand your horizons and achieve anything.

Our postgraduate-level and master's degree courses are grounded in academic excellence. We develop your learning in collaboration with employers, and our shared Common Good values create a positive postgraduate community around you. Choose Glasgow Caledonian University and enjoy authentic input from industry leaders, accredited status from professional bodies, as well as decades of teaching experience in the lecture theatre, on-site and via distance learning.

With a postgraduate qualification, you’ll stand out when looking for employment and career progression. You'll be part of a close community where you can build valuable friendships and gain professional experience. Our students also benefit from ongoing support to ensure success that carries you into a relevant, rewarding and lasting career.

Leading industry accrediting bodies and industry advisory boards inform the postgraduate curriculum at GCU and ensure your postgraduate degree will be in demand globally.

You can choose a September or a January start date, receive support with your application and benefit from funding options that will help you ensure you thrive in your postgraduate study, developing the confidence and skills to innovate and become a responsible leader.

3D Design for Virtual Environments
MSc

3D Design for Virtual Environments

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 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.

Accounting, Finance and Regulation
MSc

Accounting, Finance and Regulation

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 Glasgow

Strong financial management is vital to all organisations and the role of the accounting professional is complex and varied. You'll develop a deeper academic and professional knowledge and understanding of the key challenges facing the profession.

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MSc (Two-year) Full Time 2 Years Sep 24 Glasgow
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MSc Full Time 16 Months Jan 25 Glasgow
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MSc (Two-year) Full Time 2 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
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MSc (Fast-track) Full Time 8 Months Jan 25 Glasgow
Advanced Paramedic Practice
MSc

Advanced Paramedic Practice

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Part Time
2 - 3 Years Sep 24 Glasgow

Develop your career as a paramedic with an in-demand qualification offering advanced learning to underpin safe and effective practice.

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MSc Part Time 2 - 3 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Advanced Physiotherapy Practice
MSc

Advanced Physiotherapy Practice

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 Glasgow

Progress your career as a physiotherapist within the NHS, private sector and in other health and social care settings. Take existing skills in health and social care and apply them to research, clinical assessment, analysis and insight.

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MSc Part Time 2 -3 years Sep 24 Glasgow
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MSc Part Time 2 -3 years Jan 25 Glasgow
Advanced Practice
MSc

Advanced Practice

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 Glasgow

Progress to advanced clinical, leadership, education and research-based roles with the NHS, public and independent sectors. Take existing skills in health and social care and apply them to research, clinical assessment, analysis and insight.

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MSc Part Time 2 - 3 Years Sep 24 Glasgow
Advancing District Nursing Practice with Specialist Practitioner Qualification
PgD

Advancing District Nursing Practice with Specialist Practitioner Qualification

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 Glasgow

Use your skills in nursing and apply them to district nursing with specialist practitioner status. Progress to a career as a charge nurse within the community.

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PgD Full Time 1 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
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PgD Part Time 2 Years Sep 24 Glasgow
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PgD Part Time 2 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Applied Data Science in Engineering
MSc

Applied Data Science in Engineering

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 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.

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MSc Full Time 16 Months Jan 25 Glasgow
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MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Sep 24 Glasgow
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MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Applied Instrumentation and Control
MSc

Applied Instrumentation and Control

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 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.

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MSc Full Time 1 Year Jan 25 Glasgow
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MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Sep 24 Glasgow
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MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
CPD

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Part Time
3 Years Feb 24 Glasgow

GCU is a gold-approved learning partner with ACCA. Study for this globally recognised accountancy qualification to gain a badge of excellence and enhance your career in a wide range of fields.

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CPD Part Time 3 Years Aug 24 Glasgow
Big Data Technologies
MSc

Big Data Technologies

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
1 Year Sep 24 Glasgow

Take existing skills in computing, computer engineering or electronics and apply them to postgraduate-level study in data engineering, data-science/analytics and IoT. Progress as a data analyst, systems architect or IT/data engineer.

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MSc Full Time 16 Months Jan 25 Glasgow
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MSc Part Time 2 Years Sep 24 Glasgow
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MSc Part Time 2 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
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