Glasgow International CollegePrepare for a degree at the University of Glasgow with a course at the on-campus International College.
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Where is Glasgow International College?What’s it like studying at the International College?Explore life at the International CollegeWhat our students thinkHow it works:Step 1
Study a degree preparation courseat Glasgow International College.
Step 2
Pass your degree preparation courseat the required level with good attendance.
Step 3
Enjoy guaranteed admissionto your chosen degree at the University of Glasgow.
Where is Glasgow International College?
Meet Fahd1 min watchGlasgow International CollegeGlasgow International CollegeView Google mapGlasgow International College is based on the University of Glasgow’s Gilmorehill campus.
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland, a country in the north of the UK. It’s an exciting place to live and study, with lots of culture, international cuisine and sights to explore. What is it like studying at the International College?Glasgow International College is full of students from lots of different countries around the world. It’s a welcoming environment, where you can prepare for university and make new friends.
“Welcome to Glasgow International College” Dr Douglas Aiton, College Director1 min watch
Expert tutors, one-to-one academic support and interactive classes7 min read
Why choose Glasgow International College? 50 nationalitiesrepresented by new students at the College in 2022
Lively locationin the student-friendly West End of the city
Welcoming environmentwith staff who are there to help you
Access university facilitiesfrom your first day at the College
Professional teachingfrom dedicated tutors
Great transport linksto the rest of Scotland and the UK
What can I study at the College?Your degree preparation course prepares you for a related undergraduate or postgraduate degree at university. Progression degrees at the University of Glasgow are available in the following subject areas:
Art and Design
Building and Architecture
Business and Finance
Computing
Education
Engineering
Environment and Agriculture
Hospitality and Tourism
Law
Marketing and Media
Mathematics
Music and Performing Arts
Science and Health
Social Science and Humanities
Learn more about the degreepreparation courses on offerExplore life at the International College
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Student satisfaction91%agreed they were happy with their overall experience.*
90%agreed that College staff cared about helping them succeed in their studies.*
*We surveyed our students in 2023.
How many students get an offer to study at the university?94%of students who successfully passed their preparation course at the required level received an unconditional offer from the University in 2023.
Students who pass their degree preparation course but don’t meet the progression requirements for their chosen University of Glasgow degree are guaranteed a place at a UK university through our University Placement Service.
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