Glasgow Caledonian University

There are so many good reasons to choose Glasgow Caledonian University, also known as GCU. One of the more obvious is the location, right in the heart of Scotland's biggest and busiest city, close to everything that this buzzing metropolis has to offer. There's no getting away from the fact that GCU students really do have everything they need right on the doorstep.

Glasgow Caledonian University was established in 1993 as the result of a merger between The Queen's College, Glasgow and Glasgow Polytechnic. It has an annual student body of around 15,000, and it enjoys a reputation for progressive education. Famous former alumni include the comedian Kevin Bridges, footballer Pat Nevin and former Prime Minister Gordon Brown.

In 2017, GCU was ranked in the world's top 150 universities in the Times, while research shows that 97% of graduates are in work or further education within six months of graduation. Among others, it offers excellent courses in subjects such as computing, engineering, business, health and life sciences, construction and environmental management.

Finding Glasgow student accommodation is easier than you think with Citylets

Whether you're looking to live close to campus in the centre of the city or you'd prefer to be based in the outskirts, Citylets can help you find the ideal home. We have access to an extremely tempting selection of student property in Glasgow, including rooms, flats and houses in all areas. And the good news is that finding the best options takes just a few minutes of your time.

Our simple to use website brings you a huge range of listings, and it's so easy to filter out the ones that don't match your exact requirements. You can set a minimum and maximum rent, for example, as well as tailoring the search to factor in area, property size, availability and time of listing. With just a few mouse clicks, a bespoke list of wonderful Glasgow student properties will be right in front of you.

Glasgow is one of those cities that offer something for everyone. It can be as lively and exciting as you want, but it can also provide pockets of serenity that are perfect for those times when you crave peace and quiet. And if you're living close to the GCU campus, you won't be far away from all the amenities you'll want to experience during your time here.

The city is home to some world-class cultural icons, including the superb Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the ultra-modern Riverside Museum and the glorious Gallery of Modern Art. There's a spectacular cathedral to visit, the fascinating Glasgow Science Centre and of course some world-famous sporting venues, including Hampden Park, the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome and the Tollcross International Swimming Centre.

Getting from A to B in Glasgow is so easy. The city is home to an excellent Subway, which brings together 15 stations in a continuing loop. Both Cowcaddens and Buchanan Street stations are just a short walk from the GCU campus. There's also a comprehensive city-wide bus network on offer. And for travelling further afield, Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queens Street stations provide trains to most major UK cities.

Citylets offer plenty of options for those seeking student accommodation in Glasgow, but it's worth noting that most of our properties are taken up very quickly, especially as term time approaches. The earlier you act the more options you're likely to have, so take a look at our easy to use website as soon as possible. We look forward to helping you find a place that perfectly matches your needs.