# Glasgow Caledonian University > Glasgow Caledonian University is a public university in Glasgow. Its MSc Computer Science is a one-year, full-time September 2026 programme for graduates from a non-computing background, combining cloud-based information security, programming, software development, human-computer interaction, AI and machine learning; the course page states that the degree is accredited by BCS. - Canonical page: https://www.studentstraffic.com/university/glasgow-caledonian-university - Last reviewed: 2026-07-12 - Publisher: Students Traffic (https://www.studentstraffic.com/) ## Key facts - Location: Glasgow, [United Kingdom](https://www.studentstraffic.com/countries/united-kingdom) - Type: Public - Established: 1875 - Official website: https://www.gcu.ac.uk - Published programmes on Students Traffic: 1 ## Recognition and approvals - BCS (The Chartered Institute for IT) accredited — MSc Computer Science - Glasgow Caledonian University — Scottish registered charity SC021474 - Verify: [GCU MSc Computer Science and BCS accreditation](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/study/courses/msc-computer-science-multiple-locations) - Verify: [GCU Scottish charity registration statement](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0019/312256/International-Student-Welcome-Brochure-1.pdf) ## Programmes | Programme | Course | Duration | Medium | Tuition per year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [MSc Computer Science](https://www.studentstraffic.com/gcu-msc-computer-science-glasgow) | M.Sc. Computer Science | 1 year | English | £16,700 (2026/2027) | ## Why students choose it - The MSc has a September 2026 full-time Glasgow route and a published 2026/27 international fee. - The programme is designed for applicants from subjects not closely related to Computer Science, subject to the stated academic and mathematics requirements. - GCU states that the MSc is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. ## Things to consider - The £16,700 international tuition figure is an annual 2026/27 charge; GCU states fees for longer courses are reviewed annually, and students must separately plan living costs. - The standard full-time programme lasts one year and begins in September 2026; a January 2027 full-time option lasts 16 months. - Entry is competitive. The stated minimum includes a UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a subject not closely related to Computer Science, plus specified mathematics competence. ## Best fit for - Graduates from a non-computing discipline who can evidence the published mathematics requirement. - Applicants seeking a Glasgow-based conversion-style MSc with a September 2026 full-time start. - Students prepared to budget the published international tuition separately from Glasgow living and accommodation costs. ## Campus and city The MSc is taught in Glasgow. GCU says the programme uses industry-standard facilities and tools including IBM, Microsoft, Google, Apache, AWS, Weka, Databricks and MongoDB. Core study covers human-computer interaction, programming principles, software engineering and DevOps, information security, data visualisation and a dissertation. GCU's current budgeting guidance estimates a minimum £16,500 for a full calendar year of living costs for one student living away from home, or about £1,360 a month. Its illustrative monthly breakdown includes £600 accommodation, £190 food and household goods, and £135 local transport; these are planning figures separate from tuition. The programme combines technical modules with practical implementation and evaluation. GCU identifies coursework assignments, practical tests and technical reports among the assessment methods, and requires a dissertation involving independent development or research work. Its published facilities list several industry-standard software and cloud tools rather than promising a job or placement. ## Hostel, food and safety GCU's Caledonian Court is directly across from the Glasgow campus. For 2026/27 it lists standard rooms at £146 a week and ensuite rooms at £169 a week on 41-week contracts, including heat, light, power and internet. Rooms are limited; an application is not a guarantee of an offer and acceptance requires a £650 advance payment. GCU's current budgeting guide allocates £190 a month for food and household goods. The university does not publish an MSc Computer Science meal plan or included food charge, so food remains a separate part of the Glasgow living-cost plan. GCU provides a SafeZone app that lets students alert campus Security for emergency response, first aid or general help. The university says campus Security is available 24/7 and publishes 0141 331 3787 for on-campus emergencies; off-campus emergencies require 999. GCU lists free, confidential Student Wellbeing support, counselling, disability support, IT help and its Visa Immigration Support and Advice team. The Supporting Student Success scheme also uses trained Student Ambassadors to help students navigate academic, wellbeing and practical support. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is GCU MSc Computer Science accredited? Yes. GCU's current programme page states that the degree is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. The page says accreditation is a mark that the degree meets BCS standards and supports professional membership; any later professional status also depends on the relevant BCS requirements. ### How long is the MSc Computer Science in Glasgow? The full-time Glasgow MSc starts in September 2026 and lasts one year. GCU also lists a full-time January 2027 route lasting 16 months and part-time study options. ### What is the international tuition fee? GCU's 2026/27 tuition-fee table lists £16,700 for MSc Computer Science in Glasgow for EU and international students. This is an annual fee and does not include housing, daily living, travel, visa charges or personal costs. ### Who can apply to the MSc Computer Science? GCU lists a UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a subject not closely related to Computer Science. Applicants must also demonstrate mathematics competence through GCSE Mathematics grade B or equivalent, or a 20-credit maths, statistics or similar module from their bachelor's degree. ### What English-language score is required? For applicants whose first language is not English, the course page lists Academic IELTS or IELTS for UKVI at 6.0 overall, with no single component below 5.5. GCU's country guidance may identify recognised exemptions or equivalent tests. ### How do international postgraduate applicants apply? GCU directs postgraduate applicants to apply online through the application portal reached from the course page. Its international applications page distinguishes this from undergraduate study, for which applicants use UCAS. ### When is the 2026 international application deadline? GCU's international application-deadline page lists a 19 June 2026 submission deadline for full-time undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses, with a 17 July 2026 outcome date. Applicants should allow time for any course-specific conditions and visa process. ### What does the MSc cover? Published core areas include human-computer interaction, programming principles, software engineering and DevOps, information security, data visualisation and a dissertation. GCU also describes cloud security, AI and machine learning as part of the programme's computer-science and analytics focus. ### Is university accommodation available? Caledonian Court is GCU-owned accommodation across from the Glasgow campus. It publishes 2026/27 standard and ensuite room rates of £146 and £169 a week for 41-week contracts, but rooms are limited and an application does not guarantee an offer. ### What support does GCU provide? GCU lists Student Wellbeing, counselling, disability support, IT help and a specialist visa and immigration advice team. Its SafeZone app can alert campus Security for emergency, first-aid and general-help requests. ## Sources - [GCU MSc Computer Science](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/study/courses/msc-computer-science-multiple-locations) (checked 2026-07-25) - [GCU 2026/27 tuition fees](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/study/tuitionfees) (checked 2026-07-25) - [GCU international applications](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/internationalstudy/howtoapply) (checked 2026-07-25) - [GCU international deadlines](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/internationalstudy/howtoapply/application-deadlines) (checked 2026-07-25) - [GCU Caledonian Court accommodation](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/services-and-facilities/caledoniancourt/howtoapply) (checked 2026-07-25) - [GCU student support](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/currentstudents/support) (checked 2026-07-25) ## Free counselling Students Traffic offers free admission counselling for this university and its programmes. - Contact: https://www.studentstraffic.com/contact - WhatsApp: https://wa.me/919176162888 - Phone: +91 91761 62888 - Email: hello@studentstraffic.com