Part-time and flexible
Part-time study provides a flexible approach to higher education. Part-time students at GCU benefit from all the great facilities, support and opportunities that the University has to offer, but can fit their studies around other commitments.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
We offer a variety of CPD training for individuals and groups delivered by our team of consultants who have a wealth of both academic and industry experience. The School provides training that respond directly to the needs of our partners in both commercial and public sectors.
GCU's Digital Skills Academy specialises in IT and communications courses which run part-time evening and weekend classes to work around busy schedules.

Building Surveying Pathway
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
4 Years | Aug 25 | Multiple Locations | K231 |
Gain an HND at college and progress directly to Year 3. Study building management, design and construction at degree level. You can become a building surveyor with professional technical knowledge putting your problem-solving skills to the test.

Climate Justice
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in international development, environmental sciences and social and political science and apply them to postgraduate study. Progress to a career as a programme manager in climate change and climate justice, advisor or researcher.
View 5 other study options
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Part Time | 2 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 5 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Full Time | 1 Year | Jan 26 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Part Time | 2 Years | Jan 26 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 5 Years | Jan 26 | Glasgow |

Computer Science
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Full Time |
1 year | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Progress your skills and knowledge in computer sciences. Study at a master’s level to specialise in cloud computing, analytics, information security, programming, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).

Computer Science
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Full Time |
1 year | Sep 25 | London |
Advance your training in Computer Science and Analytics technologies, focusing on cloud computing, information security, programming, and AI. Progress as a software developer, systems analyst or cloud architect.
View 5 other study options
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc (Professional practice) | Full Time | 2 Years | Sep 25 | London |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Part-time | 2 years | Sep 25 | London |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Full Time | 16 Months | Jan 26 | London |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc (Professional practice) | Full Time | 2 Years | Jan 26 | London |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Part-time | 2 Years | Jan 26 | London |

Computing
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
2 - 4 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow | G401 |
Take a leading role in tackling societal challenges using software engineering, artificial intelligence, mobile and web development, big data and computer vision. Gain technical and business-oriented skills.

Computing Pathways
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 25 | Multiple Locations | G501 |
Begin this degree at college and achieve an HND in two years. Go on to study Computing for two years at GCU and qualify with an honours degree that equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required of a modern IT professional.

Construction Management
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
2 - 4 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow | K251 |
As a construction manager, you can enjoy leading projects, planning and organising. Study the technical, financial and planning aspects of construction at undergraduate degree level.

Construction Management Pathway
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
4 Years | Aug 25 | Multiple Locations | K220 |
Begin this degree at college and progress your technical, financial and construction planning knowledge at degree level. If you enjoy leading projects, planning and organising, you can become a construction manager.

Cyber Security
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Pursue a career in cyber security with a postgraduate degree that equips you with distinct specialist knowledge and analytical skills. Youll be able to solve complex cyber security problems with expert-level ability.

Cyber Security and Networks
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
2 - 4 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow | I121 |
Enjoy critical thinking, identifying problems and providing strong technical solutions. You can progress to a career as a security engineer or analyst. Study cyber security with a focus on network infrastructure to ensure protection from cyber-crime.