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.
The Met Office advises strong winds and heavy rain are expected to hit parts of Scotland as the remnants of Hurricane Ophelia reach the UK and Ireland. A "be prepared" amber weather warning of high winds has been issued for Dumfries & Galloway and South Ayrshire, with winds expected to peak in the evening of 16 October continuing into the morning of 17 October. Check your journey before travelling to and from the University campuses. All UWS campuses remain open and operating as normal.
Visit our disruption & winter pageUniversity 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).
Find out more about our full-time or part-time undergraduate, post-graduate and post-experience study options at our forthcoming Open Days.
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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6 days ago
The extraordinary life and work of the pioneering 1920s motor engineer, Dorothée Pullinger, continues to fascinate and academics at UWS are searching for her Paisley connection.
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Dame Elish Angiolini, Chancellor of University of the West of Scotland (UWS), unveiled a bust of Peter Brough, as part of its 120 year anniversary celebrations at an event on 10 October 2017.
Read moreMonday 09-10-2017
UWS are the first Scottish University to introduce an indoor navigation app.
Read moreMonday 09-10-2017
Join us at Paisley Campus on Thursday 12 October for our our musical revue showcase 'Thru the Decades' by UWS alumni and students.
Read moreWednesday 06-09-2017
UWS Professor putting the focus on young people and social control with new publication.
Read moreMonday 28-08-2017
UWS and NHS Lanarkshire establish strategic partnership.
Read moreSaturday 28 October 2017
Our Lanarkshire Campus Open Day is your best opportunity to find out how you would feel about studying at UWS.
Read moreSaturday 04 November 2017
Our Dumfries Campus Open Day is your best opportunity to find out how you would feel about studying at UWS.
Read moreThursday 23 November 2017
Our Paisley Campus Open Day is your best opportunity to find out how you would feel about studying at UWS.
Read moreWednesday 06 December 2017
Our Ayr Campus Open Day is your best opportunity to find out how you would feel about studying at UWS.
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