Glasgow Caledonian University: international student trends
Non-UK enrolment, international share, and the top countries of domicile for students at Glasgow Caledonian University. Source: HESA/Jisc, 2024/25 release. Part of our UK international student statistics.
Glasgow Caledonian University enrolled 5,040 international students in 2024/25, making up 22.7% of the student body (up 128.1% over five years).
International enrolment over time
| Year | International students | Total students | International share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014/15 | 2,255 | 16,930 | 13.3% |
| 2015/16 | 2,045 | 16,580 | 12.3% |
| 2016/17 | 2,020 | 16,415 | 12.3% |
| 2017/18 | 2,020 | 16,450 | 12.3% |
| 2018/19 | 2,105 | 16,860 | 12.5% |
| 2019/20 | 2,210 | 17,540 | 12.6% |
| 2020/21 | 2,525 | 19,030 | 13.3% |
| 2021/22 | 3,570 | 20,050 | 17.8% |
| 2022/23 | 5,805 | 21,555 | 26.9% |
| 2023/24 | 5,690 | 21,965 | 25.9% |
| 2024/25 | 5,040 | 22,205 | 22.7% |
Top countries of domicile
| Country | Latest students | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 1,990 | +1374% |
| India | 1,380 | +1214% |
| Nigeria | 1,000 | +344% |
| Bangladesh | 115 | +283% |
| Canada | 80 | +14% |
| Ireland | 65 | -59% |
Want to know what Glasgow Caledonian University graduates go on to earn? See graduate outcomes at Glasgow Caledonian University.
Methodology & attribution
Source: HESA/Jisc (hesa.ac.uk). International = non-UK country of domicile. Figures aggregated from country-of-domicile rows and rounded by HESA to the nearest 5, so small counts are approximate. 2024/25 release.
Frequently asked questions
How many international students does Glasgow Caledonian University have?
HESA/Jisc data (2024/25 release) shows Glasgow Caledonian University enrolled 5,040 international (non-UK domiciled) students in 2024/25. The table above shows the year-by-year trend.
What share of Glasgow Caledonian University's students are international?
International students made up 22.7% of the student body at Glasgow Caledonian University in the latest HESA release, up from earlier years shown in the chart above.
Is international enrolment at Glasgow Caledonian University growing?
International enrolment at Glasgow Caledonian University has grown by 128.1% over the five-year period covered by the latest HESA data.
Which countries do most of Glasgow Caledonian University's international students come from?
Pakistan is the largest source country for international students at Glasgow Caledonian University, per HESA/Jisc country-of-domicile data. The table above lists the top source countries and how they've changed.
Can international graduates from Glasgow Caledonian University work in the UK after finishing?
Yes. Graduates of any UK university that holds a Student-sponsor licence, including Glasgow Caledonian University, can apply for the Graduate visa (2 years for bachelor's/master's, 3 years for PhD) without needing a job offer. To stay longer, a graduate typically switches to the Skilled Worker route with a sponsoring employer.
When is HESA international enrolment data refreshed?
HESA/Jisc publishes "Where students study" data once a year. We refresh this page from the new release shortly after it's published.