About University of Gloucestershire
The University of Gloucestershire is a modern teaching-focused university with campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester, noted for teacher training, creative media, sport science and sustainability expertise with strong links to local employers.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 9,300 total students
- • 1,100 international students
- • 60 student societies
Location
- • Located in Cheltenham
- • Public university
- • Established 1834
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Pre-Master
Popular Subjects
Primary EducationSports CoachingCyber SecurityMarketingFilm Production
Student-Staff Ratio
16 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Business, Computing and Social Sciences
Business and Marketing, Computing and Cyber Security, Humanities and Social Sciences
School of Education and Applied Sciences
Education and Early Years, Sport and Exercise, Natural and Social Sciences
School of Creative Arts, Design and Music
Film and Television, Photography and Journalism, Fine Art and Design
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers range from BBB to BBC at A level or equivalent
Alternatives: BTEC Extended Diploma DMM, International Baccalaureate 28 points, Chinese Senior Secondary School Graduation with 80% plus a recognised foundation
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 72
Education and Health degrees require an enhanced DBS check • Creative degrees may request an interview or digital portfolio
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: A UK bachelor degree with 2:2 or above, or an overseas equivalent
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 89
A research proposal is required for MRes and PhD • MBA applicants submit a CV and personal statement
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £14,000
- Postgraduate: £15,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £5,400
- Food: £2,100
- Transport: £800
- Entertainment: £900
- Other: £700
- Total: £9,900
Scholarships
International Grant Award
Automatic tuition fee reduction for high achieving self-funded international entrants
Value: £3,000
Sports Excellence Bursary
Support package for performance-level athletes competing in BUCS leagues
Value: £1,500
Campus & Facilities
Facilities
Accommodation
Pittville Student Village
On-campusModern en-suite accommodation near Pittville Park in Cheltenham
Cost: £130 - £165 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Shared kitchens • Laundry • Common room
Contract:
The Park (Francis Close Hall)
On-campusTraditional halls near the Francis Close Hall campus
Cost: £110 - £140 (per week)
Standard rooms • Shared facilities • Garden access
Contract:
Apply online through the accommodation portal after accepting your offer
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 60
Teams: 35
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: N/A
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
35
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 91%
Further study: 5%
Unemployed: 3%
Average Salary
£27,500
per year
Top Employers
BBC StudiosGE AviationGloucestershire County CouncilSt James's PlaceSuperdry
Career Services
- Your Future Plan coaching: Compulsory career planning appointments integrated into each academic level
- Placement and internship bureau: Links students to SMEs across Cheltenham cyber cluster and local schools
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Birmingham Airport
90 km • 75 minutes by train via Birmingham New Street
Public Transport
- Train: Cheltenham Spa station connects to London Paddington in just under 2 hours • Advance fares from £25
- Bus: Stagecoach Gold buses run every 10 minutes between Cheltenham and Gloucester campuses • Student pass about £55 per month
Local Area
Cheltenham is a Regency spa town known for culture festivals, boutique cafes and proximity to the Cotswolds, while Gloucester offers historic docks and a cathedral backdrop
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Cheltenham Literature Festival, Cotswold countryside, Gloucester Cathedral
Shopping: Regent Arcade, Gloucester Quays Outlet, Independent shops in Montpellier
Entertainment: Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham Racecourse, Kingsholm Stadium rugby
Additional Information
Accreditation
Ofsted Outstanding for Initial Teacher Education, CIM Accredited Degree, BCS Accredited Computer Science
Partnerships
- Industry: Cheltenham Cyber Park — Cyber security students undertake live briefs with companies located in the UK cyber cluster
- Academic: Royal Agricultural University — Joint research on sustainable land management and biodiversity
Research Highlights
- Centre for Environment and Society Research — Leading applied research on nature recovery networks and climate adaptation (2023)
- Creative Sound & Music Lab — Immersive audio collaborations with BBC Introducing and Cheltenham Festivals (2024)
Notable Alumni
- PJ Harvey — Mercury Prize-winning musician (1991)
- Adam Buxton — Broadcaster and comedian (1990)
Metadata
Source: University of Gloucestershire prospectus 2024, Discover Uni, HESA 2023
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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