
Experience UWS at one of our student events
Our Open Days and information sessions are a perfect chance to get to know more about the student experience and what it is like to study at UWS.
We host a range of events throughout the year, both on campus and online, focusing on study options across undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research.
We hope to see you soon at one of our events!
Attend an event
We have events throughout the year from our flagship Open Days to programme and subject level information sessions.
See some highlight events below or view our full event list.
- Lanarkshire Campus Autumn Open Day - 20 September
- Ayr Campus - Autumn Open Day - 27 September
- Dumfries Campus - Autumn Open Day - 9 October
- Paisley Campus Autumn Open Day - 18 October
- Postgraduate Autumn Open Evening 2025
- Paisley Campus - Subject Showcase - 8 November
- Lanarkshire Campus - Subject Showcase - 13 November
- Dumfries Campus - Subject Showcase - 27 November
- Ayr Campus - Subject Showcase - 29 November
Join us at an Open Day
- Hear from staff and students about life and study at UWS
- Get help with your application
- Learn more about funding and financial support
- See our facilities for yourself – from lecture theatres and labs to our student accommodation, sport facilities and award-winning students' union
- Find out more about work placements, learning a language or study abroad opportunities
Campus Visits
We'd love to meet you at one of our Campus Visits. This is a great opportunity to find out more about life at UWS and take a tour to see for yourself our campuses in Ayr, Lanarkshire and Paisley. Whether you’re starting this September or, thinking of applying later, we’d love to see you!
Student experience
Going to university is about much more than getting a qualification - it’s an experience. You'll enjoy an exciting social life, gain independence and make the most of the new opportunities available.
Course Search
Find your course of interest from our career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate (taught) and post-experience options.
How else can we help?
Our friendly team are here to support you with any questions you might need answered. We also have a number of students who can give first-hand experience of what it is like to study at UWS.
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Alternatively, you can get in touch with any questions at
Email: ask@uws.ac.uk