1. Their new Chancellor is Dr Annie Lennox OBE and you’ll see other famous faces on campus such as Sir Alex Ferguson, Gordon Smith and Amy Irons.

2. 97 per cent of their graduates are in work or are in further study six months after graduation, with 70 per cent securing graduate-level jobs.

3. GCU Freshers’ Week is legendary – last year they had fun with the Iron Throne from Game of Thrones and this year they're going even bigger! Watch this space…

4. They are very fashionable with campuses in London, New York and Glasgow, and partnerships all over the world in the Oman, Mauritius, South Africa.

5. They have a deceptively big city-centre campus which has been transformed thanks to a £32 million investment to house their three academic schools, research centres and student population of more than 20,000 worldwide (2016/2017)*HESA

6. They are the University of the Common Good - You’ll feel the positive vibes; whether you’re getting involved in the University Foundation or volunteering at events, you can even pick up a Common Good Award for your efforts.

7. They are leading the sector in widening access as one of only two universities in Scotland currently meeting the Scottish Government’s 20 per cent widening access target and home to the award-winning Caledonian Club and Advanced Higher Hub.

8. The campus is easy accessible and located in the heart of Glasgow city centre. Whether you're travelling by bus or train, it's just a walk away from the main stations.

9. Their gym is literally on your doorstep and is value for money with classes every lunchtime.

10. They have a new Union bar and easy access to lots of bars and entertainment on their doorstep.

11. And there’s always the  24 hour computing labs for late night studying and last minute cramming.