How to Apply

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How To Apply

Making an application to City of Glasgow College is easy.

Our course information pages tell you what the entry requirements are for each course and guide you to our application or booking form, where you will be asked to provide some information about you.  Discover our full time courses.

To complete your application, you will need:

  • Your qualifications.
  • Your employment history.
  • A personal statement.
  • Your Scottish Candidate Number.
  • To disclose criminal convictions.
  • Proof of Residency for non-UK applicants (BRP/ARC cards, Evisa confirming your immigration status)

When To Apply

  • Applying for Full-Time Courses -Applications for our full-time January 2027 intake will open on Wednesday 07 October 2026.  Applications for our full-time August 2027/2028 intake will open from Wednesday 13 January 2027.
  • Applying for Part-time Courses - Applications for our part-time August 2027/2028 intake will open from Wednesday 13 January 2027.
  • Evening Courses - Bookings for our evening August 2026/2027 intake are now open.  For August 2027, we will open online bookings from Wednesday 28 April 2027 (TBC).
  • Applying for ESOL Courses - Information regarding applications for our ESOL intake commencing in August 2027 will be published in due course. Please note that we have limited places on our ESOL courses.
  • Applying for Schools Senior Phase and Foundation Apprenticeship courses - Applications for our Schools programme's August 2026/27 intake will open from Wednesday 17 February 2027.
  • International Students - We also welcome applications from international students.

Residency - We will assess residency for all modes of study. This helps us determine what your eligibility might be for course fees and funding. Before or during your time with us, you may be required to give proof of your right to study in the UK. That means providing a copy of your passport, birth certificate, or other documentation that shows you live in the UK permanently. If you need support with that, please contact Student Services.

Terms And Conditions Of Admission

These terms and conditions apply when you enrol to study at City of Glasgow College.

Need some advice?

If you need help choosing a course, our professional Careers Advisors are here to help. Please email:

You'll also get some great advice from our partners at Skills Development Scotland (SDS). Their web service My World of Work has lots of useful information and resources.

Take a look at our information for new students or explore our campus facilities