Our mission for the Common Good At Glasgow Caledonian University, we believe education is for everyone – regardless of your financial circumstances. Our mission is to make a positive difference to the communities we serve and this is shared by our students, many of whom take their skills and passion and use them to help make a difference to our communities locally and internationally.
Glasgow Caledonian University Foundation’s founding donor, Sir Alex Ferguson's philosophy is, "If you provide opportunities to young people, you will be amazed at what they can achieve."
Find out more about the work of the foundation and the talented students who have benefitted from its support.
FAQ
How do I apply for a GCU scholarship? When will I receive the results?
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You must apply for your chosen programme of study and have received and offer to study with GCU or GCU London.
Instructions on how to apply for each programme can be found on the individual scholarship pages.
Results for scholarships are given around 4 weeks after the scholarship closing date so you do not need to email for updates as we will always email any applicant who has applied for an award to advise of the outcome.
How many scholarships can I apply for?
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Glasgow Caledonian University offers a range of scholarships and multiple scholarships may be of use to you. You can apply for more than one, however, you may only be awarded the scholarship that offers you the most benefit.
For example:
You can only receive one award for tuition fees Only self-funded students can apply for tuition fee scholarships Tuition fee scholarships cannot be transferred if you choose to change course without prior authorisation from the scholarships team You can apply for multiple travel scholarships every year of your course for different trips.
How do I make my scholarship application successful?
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Check that you meet the criteria and only apply if you do. Effort must be put into the application and you must write more than a couple of sentences detailing why you want the scholarship and what difference it will make to you. Be aware of the deadline and make sure you submit in time as late applications will not be accepted. When filling out scholarship application forms, be complete, concise and creative. People who read these applications want to know the real you, not just your name. The application should clearly emphasise your ambitions, motivations and what makes you different. Tell us about your long and short-term goals and how the scholarship could help you reach them. Detail any achievements and awards you have received in the past. What impact would the financial support have on your ability to study or travel? Do you have any personal or family circumstances that contribute to your need for financial assistance? The simplest experience can be monumental if you present honestly how you were affected. Think of the University's mission for the Common Good and refer to this during your application. Make sure your application is neatly typed, well-written and does not contain any errors or typos. Remember you are applying for a scholarship - not the course itself - so detail your financial need, motivation and future aspirations in relation to the course, not all the requirements needed to get onto the course. Make sure your application is submitted as you will receive a confirmation email if submitted successfully through the scholarship portal. (Applies to GCU scholarships only.) Ask for help if you need it.
How can I get in touch?
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If you have any queries call our scholarship advisor Andrea Butler on +44 (0)141 331 8770 or email scholarships or come and speak to us in person in Room 15, Campus Life Lounge, in the George Moore Building (Wednesday and Thursday)
Explore scholarship opportunities
Undergraduate scholarships
For life-changing opportunities, we are committed to providing a range of enabling scholarships with benefits such as tuition fee support, help with travel and living costs, opportunities to work with those who inspire you and those who are inspired by you.
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Postgraduate scholarships
As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to offering a range of scholarships and discounts and bursaries every year.
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Research scholarships
Our studentship funded projects provide tuition fee funding and financial support, usually in the form of a monthly stipend.
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Current student scholarships
Current GCU Students can apply for one of our many scholarships to support travel, professional experience, volunteering, placements and more.
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