International Partnerships at City of Glasgow College
City of Glasgow College is Scotland's largest technical and professional skills college, committed to building careers and enriching lives. We have developed strong international partnerships in education and skills development across every continent. Today, the college works with 120 overseas partners across 39 countries and has hosted 25 ministerial and government visits from 13 countries.
Our global partners include universities, colleges, government organisations, financial institutions and non-profit organisations. These partnerships support knowledge exchange, innovation and new opportunities for students, staff and industry.
Community and Industry Engagement
Colleges play an important role in supporting economic growth, skills development and community wellbeing. Through partnership working, City of Glasgow College contributes to local and international communities by:
- Improving student employability and career prospects.
- Creating opportunities for student projects, placements and internships.
- Supporting industry collaboration and workforce development.
- Contributing to economic growth and innovation.
Global Education Partnerships
We welcome international students from around the world, creating a diverse and multicultural learning environment across our city centre campuses in Glasgow, Scotland.
Working with global partners allows us to share expertise and develop new opportunities in education, training and research. These partnerships help to:
- Enhance teaching and learning practices.
- Align education with industry and global job markets.
- Support research, innovation and skills development.
- Create opportunities for international collaboration.
International Partnership Activities
Our international projects and partnerships include:
- International education collaboration and project partnerships.
- In-country delivery of vocational education and training (VPET) programmes.
- Curriculum development and education consultancy projects.
- Capacity building and bespoke training programmes.
- Staff, student and curriculum exchange programmes.
- Short-term international study tours and academic visits.
Developing Global Partnerships
Our international partnerships and in-country collaborations continue to grow. We welcome discussions with organisations interested in developing:
- International education partnerships.
- Skills training and workforce development programmes.
- Curriculum and education development projects.
- Student exchange and study abroad opportunities.
If you would like to explore partnership opportunities with City of Glasgow College, please contact our International Partnerships team.
International Students
If you are interested in studying at City of Glasgow College, please visit our International Students Section. There you will find information on:
- Courses and programmes.
- How to apply.
- Student visas and immigration guidance.
- Living and studying in Glasgow, Scotland.
Why Partner with City of Glasgow College
City of Glasgow College is the largest technical and professional skills college in Scotland. Our international partners benefit from:
- Access to industry-focused vocational education programmes.
- Expertise in curriculum development and workforce training.
- Opportunities for student and staff exchanges.
- Collaborative research and innovation projects.
- Delivery of training programmes in-country.
