Proud to be Different From Your Traditional University

Studying locally at GC offers real advantanges

Cost-effective study with no relocation costs
Smaller class sizes for more one-to-one support
Part-time courses designed to fit around you
Boost your career prospects and earning potential
Study at a higher level in just one year
Earn while you learn with a degree apprenticeship
Technical Excellence College status

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Proud to be Different From Your Traditional University

Did you know?

According to GOV.UK, graduates earn on average around £100,000 more over their lifetime than someone of the same background and attainment who did not attend university, even after taxes.

University Level Courses

University-level, but not as you know it.

If you’re looking for a traditional university experience, GC isn’t it, and that’s exactly the point. We offer a more focused, flexible, career-driven approach to higher education, with HNCs, HNDs and Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) designed around your ambitions.

From work placements and industry guest speakers to live projects and employer-led learning, you’ll gain practical experience and skills that prepare you for the world of work.

With expert lecturers who know their industries, you’ll get the support, experience and connections to take your career further.

If you want to get in, get qualified and get on with your career, GC could be your perfect fit.

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Nervous about returning to education? Don’t be.

You won’t be the only one taking this step. 72% of our higher education students in 2025/26 were aged 21 or over, so you’ll be learning alongside like-minded people who are also looking to develop their skills.

Degree Apprenticeships

You’ve heard of apprenticeships, but do you really know where a higher apprenticeship can take you?

A higher apprenticeship isn’t just a qualification, it’s a real career progression. Earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience and work towards a recognised qualification, all while earning a wage.

With higher apprenticeships across a range of industries, you’ll gain the skills, experience and industry knowledge employers are looking for, without putting your career on hold.

If you’re ready to earn, learn and get ahead, GC could be your first step towards the career you want, your current employer might even help you to enrol!

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