Glasgow Caledonian University
Total, Scotland
How much do Glasgow Caledonian University graduates earn by subject?
Glasgow Caledonian University graduates earn a median salary of £32,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Architecture, building and planning at £43,100, while Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy graduates earn £25,600.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | £34,500 | £34,750 | £43,250 |
| Medical sciences | £30,000 | £29,250 | £34,500 |
| Health and social care | £30,500 | £27,500 | £32,000 |
| Engineering | £30,000 | £26,500 | £32,500 |
| Computing | £28,000 | £26,000 | £32,500 |
| Allied health | £26,000 | £31,000 | £36,500 |
| Biosciences | - | £25,000 | £28,000 |
| Business and management | £28,000 | £23,500 | £29,000 |
| Creative arts and design | - | £21,000 | £27,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is Glasgow Caledonian University?
In 2024, Glasgow Caledonian University received 41,965 applications and accepted 10,160 students, giving an acceptance rate of 24.2%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Glasgow Caledonian University?
95% of Glasgow Caledonian University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 16 subjects with median salaries ranging from £25,600 to £43,100. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | 87.2% | £43,100 |
| Medical sciences | 89.6% | £38,100 |
| Health and social care | 91.8% | £38,000 |
| Law | 86.7% | £37,800 |
| Engineering | 86.4% | £37,000 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 97.2% | £36,700 |
| Computing | 87.1% | £35,800 |
| Allied health | 94.3% | £33,200 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 91.9% | £32,800 |
| Biosciences | 88.5% | £30,500 |
| Business and management | 87.6% | £29,900 |
| Psychology | 83% | £28,800 |
| Creative arts and design | 88.9% | £28,500 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 89.7% | £27,400 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 86.1% | £27,400 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 86.7% | £25,600 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Architecture, building and planning £43,100
- 2 Medical sciences £38,100
- 3 Health and social care £38,000
- 4 Law £37,800
- 5 Engineering £37,000
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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