Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is a public university located in Glasgow, Scotland. Established in 1993 through the merger of Glasgow Polytechnic and The Queen’s College, it is funded by the Scottish government and operates under the UK’s public higher education system.
As a public institution, GCU adheres to government regulations and offers subsidized tuition fees for eligible students, particularly those from Scotland and the EU. It focuses on delivering accessible education with a strong emphasis on social responsibility, vocational training, and research.