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Latest News

about Exceptional students recognised at UWS graduation

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Exceptional students recognised at UWS graduation

Two outstanding students have been awarded for their academic achievements at University of the West of Scotland’s summer graduations this week.

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about HE leader recognised at UWS graduation

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HE leader recognised at UWS graduation

An international leader in higher education has been celebrated as part of UWS's summer graduations.

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about UWS graduate’s dream to inspire others

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UWS graduate’s dream to inspire others

A student who once struggled to find his place in education is now graduating with first-class honours and plans to return to UWS to pursue a PhD and inspire others as a lecturer.

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about Scottish Rugby's U20s use UWS environment chamber

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Scottish Rugby's U20s use UWS environment chamber

Scottish Rugby's U20 men prepare for Italy with UWS's environmental chamber.

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about Health could be monitored without touching patient

Tuesday 01-07-2025

Health could be monitored without touching patient

New research from University of the West of Scotland (UWS) has found a way to monitor people’s health without touching them, by using data gathered from sensors in a room.

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about Drugs and alcohol impact on unpaid carers study

Monday 30-06-2025

Drugs and alcohol impact on unpaid carers study

The UWS-Oxfam Partnership fund is funding a study exploring the role of unpaid carers who support people affected by alcohol and drug use.

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about PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 16 July

Wednesday 16 July 2025

PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 16 July

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Meet our passionate team, ask questions, and get a real feel for PGDE Secondary. We're also offering a unique opportunity to interview for August 2025 entry on the day!

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about PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 21 July

Monday 21 July 2025

PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 21 July

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Meet our passionate team, ask questions, and get a real feel for PGDE Secondary. We're also offering a unique opportunity to interview for August 2025 entry on the day!

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about Everything you need to know about Clearing

Wednesday 23 July 2025

Everything you need to know about Clearing

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Are you thinking about using UCAS Clearing? Join us to find out everything you need to know about how Clearing works before SQA results day.

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about Get Ready for Clearing

Thursday 31 July 2025

Get Ready for Clearing

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Are you thinking about using UCAS Clearing? Join us to find out everything you need to know about how Clearing works before SQA results day.

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about PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 31 July

Thursday 31 July 2025

PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 31 July

Online

Meet our passionate team, ask questions, and get a real feel for PGDE Secondary. We're also offering a unique opportunity to interview for August 2025 entry on the day!

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about PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 05 August

Tuesday 05 August 2025

PGDE (Secondary) Open Interview Day - 05 August

Meet our passionate team, ask questions, and get a real feel for PGDE Secondary. We're also offering a unique opportunity to interview for August 2025 entry on the day!

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