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Career-focused teaching. World-leading research. An international outlook. And a far-sighted approach to technology and innovation. For the ultimate student and business experience, look to UWS.

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A 21st Century University

An insight into the University of West of Scotland's vision and priorities for the future.

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Corporate Strategy & Plans

At UWS we have a clear purpose, and a set of truths which are the foundation of all we do.

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Key Developments

One of our key initiatives is our new Lanarkshire Campus development, an investment in student success.

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Governance

UWS is formed as a "body corporate" under the terms of a Statutory instrument. The University's constitutional basis is contained within the UWS Order of Council 2019.

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Chancellor

The UWS Chancellor Rt Hon Dame Elish Angiolini DBE QC.

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Vice-Chancellor's Executive Group

The Vice-Chancellor’s Executive Group is the senior leadership and decision-making group within UWS.

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Academic Schools

UWS has five academic schools, four campuses across the west of Scotland and one in London, and a network of research institutes and professional support departments

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Departments

These departments provide essential support and professional services to the UWS academic Schools.

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Jobs

Thank you for considering a job at University of the West of Scotland. The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.

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UWS Commitments

A series of guidelines and commitments have been put into place that lay out a path to achieving the University's goals and objectives.

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Compliance

This section contains our legal statements, policy information and contact details for UWS staff.

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Partnerships

Partnerships: Scottish Baptist College for Theology & Divinity courses, sports organisations (St. Mirren FC, UWS Sirens), a host of local and international schools, colleges and research organisations

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Explore UWS

University of the West of Scotland is a large, modern, multi-campus University with its origins dating back to 1897. We have 4 campuses across the west and southwest of Scotland and one campus in central London.

We are here for our students

At UWS, we invest in our students’ future. Our graduates go out into the world ready to succeed thanks to our industry-relevant courses, cutting-edge facilities and innovative approach to teaching.