DREAMING, BELIEVING, ACHIEVING
University of the West of Scotland is one of the UK’s most innovative modern universities,
but with a heritage dating back 120 years.
University of the West of Scotland is one of the UK’s most innovative modern universities,
but with a heritage dating back 120 years.
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.
The University provides relevant, high-quality, inclusive higher education and innovative and useful research. We aim to make the communities we serve more successful, and to create opportunities for all to participate.
We're ranked by Times Higher Education in their 2018 World University Rankings as being in the top 3% of universities worldwide, and feature in the top 200 of their Young University World Rankings.
of UWS graduates are in work or further study research 6 months after graduating
our ranking by Times Higher Education in their 2018 World University Rankings
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).
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.
Across our academic schools we offer a wide choice of career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees to help shape your future. Scholarship opportunities are available for full-time students.
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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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Wednesday 06 September 2017
UWS Professor putting the focus on young people and social control with new publication.
Read moreTuesday 05 September 2017
Prospective students can find out more about University of the West of Scotland’s exciting range of undergraduate courses.
Read moreTuesday 29 August 2017
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is hosting a British Society of Gerontology event at its Hamilton Campus on Thursday 31 August 2017.
Read moreMonday 28 August 2017
UWS and NHS Lanarkshire establish strategic partnership.
Read moreWednesday 16 August 2017
Alumni band set to mark the release of their debut album with a performance at UWS.
Read moreTuesday 15 August 2017
UWS and Alzheimer Scotland build on long-standing links.
Read moreTuesday 26 September 2017
This lecture series has been established to commemorate an approach to social work practice and education, promoted and defended by Morag Faulds.
Read moreWednesday 27 September 2017
Visit our Paisley campus, and discover why UWS has been ranked in the top 5% of universities worldwide, as well as one of the world's top 200 young universities!
Read moreSaturday 30 September 2017
Visit our Ayr campus, and discover why UWS has been ranked in the top 5% of universities worldwide, as well as one of the world's top 200 young universities!
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