History & Campuses
- Founded from institutions dating back to 1834, it officially gained university status in 2001.
- It operates five campuses: three in Cheltenham (including Francis Close Hall & Park Campus) and two in Gloucester (Oxstalls Campus and a newly redeveloped City Campus due autumn 2025).
- Francis Close Hall is known for its historic, “Hogwarts-like” Gothic architecture .
- Park Campus includes creative and tech-focused facilities, such as the “FuturePark” computing hub.
- Oxstalls Campus hosts sport, health, and business courses, complete with sports arenas and clinical skills suites.
Academics & Student Profile
- Offers around 100 undergraduate and 50 postgraduate programs across eight academic schools: including Health & Social Care, Business, Creative Arts, Computing, Education, Sciences, and Sport & Exercise.
- Known for strong teaching quality: awarded Silver in the UK’s Teaching Excellence Framework, praised for student outcomes and staff development.
- Enrolls ~9,300–12,000 students from over 60 countries; approximately 19% are international.
Employability & Rankings
- Excellent career outcomes: ~95–96% of graduates secure employment or further study within 15 months.
- Ranked around #88 in the Complete University Guide, #90 (Times), #100 (Guardian), and placed in the 1001–1200 band of THE world rankings .
- High career support reputation: ranked 2nd globally by ISB in 2021.
Tuition & Scholarships
- UK/EU undergrad fees: around £9,250/year; international undergrad: £16.6–17.1 k; postgrad international: ~£14.2 k/year .
- Offers a variety of financial aid: GREAT Scholarships (£10k for Bangladeshi/Pakistani students), sports, music, care leaver, and subject-specific awards .
- International student accommodation is guaranteed when applied by deadlines .
Sustainability & Community
- Strong environmental commitment: recently second-ranked in the People & Planet Green League, noted for fossil fuel divestment and sustainability action .
- Vibrant student life with 60+ societies, dedicated chaplaincy, student hubs, and global café running regularly .
️ Recent Archaeological Discovery
A major excavation beneath the new City Campus site uncovered 317 skeletons from medieval and post-medieval burials and remnants of St Aldate’s Church, offering insights into historical public health
✨ Summary
The University of Gloucestershire blends historic charm with modern facilities and strong academic support. It delivers a career-focused education, high graduate employability, a supportive international community, and a strong record on teaching and sustainability. Ideal for students seeking a close‑knit environment with excellent pathways to employment.
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