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Come along and find out more about life and study at UWS, Scotland's highest ranking modern university* (*The Times / Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019)

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Top Ranking Young University

UWS remains the top-ranked higher education institution in Scotland and within the 101-150 division of a prestigious league table outlining the world’s best young universities (THE Young University Rankings, 2019)... 

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UWS Winner @ The Guardian University Awards 2019

UWS Lanarkshire Campus has been crowned winner of a prestigious The Guardian University Awards 2019. It was recognised as winner in the most sustainable and inspiring HE buildings in the UK category.... 

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Postgraduate Options

Our Postgraduate & Post-experience courses enable you to study at an advanced level, supported by expert academics to take your career to the next level.... 

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Making a Difference

University of the West of Scotland aims to have a transformational influence on the economic, social and cultural development of the west of Scotland and beyond.

UWS is placed by Times Higher Education in the top 500 universities in their 2019 World University Rankings and in the top 150 in THE’s Young University Rankings 2019. We’re proud to say these positions show our second consecutive rise in THE’s rankings.

The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019 ranks us as a top 100 UK university and as the highest ranked post-1992 university in Scotland. We rate highly for teaching quality and student experience in the following areas:

95%

of UWS undergraduates in work or further study within 6 months of graduation (DLHE 2016/17)

Top 150

our ranking in Times Higher Education's Young University Rankings 2019

97%

of UWS postgraduates in work or further study within 6 months of graduation (DLHE 2016/17)

Study with us

As a UWS graduate you will be work-ready and contribute locally and globally.

At UWS your learning and teaching experience will be student-centred, personalised and distinctive, preparing you for a rewarding future. Our cutting edge courses, practical knowledge and intelligent teaching are focused on helping you get ahead. 94% of UWS graduates are in work or further study 6 months after graduating (HESA Performance Indicator 2015/16). 

Find out more about our full-time or part-time undergraduate, post-graduate and post-experience study options at our forthcoming Open Days.

International

A global outlook

Across the UWS campuses in the West of Scotland and in London there are around 17,000 students from more than 70 countries worldwide. A global outlook is embedded in all of our courses, teaching and research activities. UWS has 130 EU partners and a growing number across the world, including links with over 40 institutions in China.

With teaching by staff who have experience with national and international organisations, input from industry experts and growing recognition of UWS research activities, your learning will be shaped by those working at the forefront of their professions.

Find out more about our career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees as well as funding options including scholarships.

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University Life

Across our four campuses in the West of Scotland - in Paisley, Lanarkshire, Dumfries and Ayr - and our campus in London enjoy access to a wide range of social, leisure and academic facilities to make the most of your time at UWS.

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Research

UWS research work has a tangible, early and positive effect. The innovative technologies we are developing are helping to shape society in Scotland and throughout the world.

In the 2014 REF (Research Excellence Framework) each of our submissions were ranked as international or as world-leading. 

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Business

UWS offers a wide range of commercialisation, consultancy and development opportunities. From specialist expertise and talent, to access to high-quality equipment and facilities, we can benefit commercial businesses, public services and third sector organisations.

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Thursday 03 October 2019

Ayr Campus Open Day

Ayr

This is YOUR opportunity to discover more about UWS and its courses, and to see for yourself what it would be like to be a student here at UWS Ayr Campus.

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Saturday 26 October 2019

Lanarkshire Campus Open Day

Lanarkshire and Off Campus

This is YOUR opportunity to discover more about UWS and its courses, and to see for yourself what it would be like to be a student here at the award-winning, UWS Lanarkshire Campus.

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Tuesday 05 November 2019

Ayr Campus Graduation Ceremony 05/11/2019

Ayr

Celebrate the success of our UWS Ayr campus students with family, friends and guests at our winter 2019 graduation ceremonies held at Troon Concert Hall.

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Thursday 07 November 2019

Lanarkshire Campus Graduation Ceremony 07/11/2019

Lanarkshire

A very special celebration for our graduates at UWS Lanarkshire campus – students and guests are welcome to join us for our winter 2019 ceremonies at Hamilton Town House on Thursday 7th November.

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Wednesday 13 November 2019

Paisley Campus Graduation Ceremony 13/11/2019

Paisley

A very special occasion as we welcome graduates, guests, family and friends to the first day of 2019 winter graduation ceremonies for UWS Paisley campus.

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Thursday 14 November 2019

Paisley Campus Graduation Ceremony 14/11/2019

Paisley

Join us at historic Paisley Abbey for the second day of winter graduation ceremonies for UWS Paisley campus – welcome to our graduates and guests.

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