GCU has grown to become a major provider of professional and vocational higher education in UK. , with over 12,000 students. Great emphasis is placed on voactional experience during study, provided by extended industrial placements, guests lecturers or short structured periods of placement where students apply academic learning to real life situations.

Fine residential accomadation is available for students progressing to study at GCU. The university has an extensive and experienced Student Services Department that provides students with support in all non-academic areas. There are extensive sports facilities and a lively Students Association.

For more information, check out the GCU web site.