About the University
The University of Gloucestershire is a public university situated in Gloucestershire with three campuses in total. The university is situated in two locations with two campuses in Cheltenham and one in Gloucester which are Francis Close Hall, The Park and Oxstalls, respectively. The university gained its status in the year 2001, before which its roots can be traced back to the 19th century when two distinct strands of educational provisions in Gloucestershire merged to form the University of Gloucestershire, UK. The university is ranked in the top 100 universities in the UK in the guardian’s league table 2021.
Offering a range of undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD degrees, students can choose to study subjects such as accounting and law, business management, computing, journalist, fine art, humanities, biology, geography, social science, education, and sports. Gloucestershire also offers two year “fast-track” courses in subjects such as law and business, which allows students to enter the workplace or further training faster and at a lower cost.
At Gloucestershire you will explore what is important to you and be supported to reach your postgraduate goals. We deliver programmes that meet your needs, no matter what you want to achieve from further study.
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University Rankings
University Ranking (UK)
University Rankings
EduRank
#601+ Europe University Ranking
#104 University Ranking- The Guardian Ranking 2024
#91 UK University Ranking – The Complete University Guide Ranking 2025
About Westford University College
Established in 2009, Westford University College offers quality education in the field of business management in the UAE. Based in Sharjah, Westford University College offers online, on-campus or part-time bachelor’s degree, MBA, and DBA program for students. All its programs are designed in consultation with the current industry standards. The programs are flexible and suitable for both students as well as working professionals. The University maintains a global atmosphere of studies as students across the work enrol here for their career advancement.
Westford University College maintains strong partnerships with the industry for carrying out industrial workshops and site visits so that students get acquainted with the real-world work environment.
Westford University College, founded in 2009, is an international institution with campuses in Ireland, the UAE, and India. It partners with leading universities across the UK, Europe, and the US, offering a wide range of postgraduate, undergraduate, doctorate, and vocational programs. Through collaborations with over 12 educational bodies, Westford provides programs in business, management, arts, and technology, catering to evolving industry needs. Its diverse student body of over 30,000 individuals from more than 140 nationalities creates a vibrant learning environment that emphasizes critical thinking, experiential learning, and innovation.
Courses Offered at Westford in Partnership with The University of Gloucestershire
BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance
- Under Graduate
Master of Business Administration (Master Stage) – GLOS
- Masters
