Find Your Place at UWS
Discover more about undergraduate study at UWS
CLearing | Open Days 2026
We have limited places still available in Clearing, so apply now if you want to start studying this September. Alternatively, register for an Open Day between September-November to find your place.
Register for an open day
Our open days are the perfect opportunity to get in-person experience of your subject and course of choice. We’ll be offering tours, interactive activities and much more to let you see what studying at UWS is really like.
Join an Open Day that works for you!
Ayr Campus: 07 & 24 October
Register for Ayr Open Day (07 Oct) Register for Ayr Open Day: Subject Showcase (24 Oct)
Dumfries Campus: 08 Oct & 12 Nov
Register for Dumfries Open Day (08 Oct) Register for Dumfries Open Day: Subject Showcase (12 Nov)
Paisley Campus: 17 Oct & 21 Nov
Register for Paisley Open Day (17 Oct) Register for Paisley Open Day: Subject Showcase (21 Nov)
Lanarkshire Campus: 07 Nov
Register for Lanarkshire Open Day: Subject Showcase (07 Nov)
Undergraduate Webinars
UCAS Unlocked: Master Your Application
22nd Oct 2026, 6-7pm
Register for UCAS Unlocked: Master Your ApplicationUCAS Unlocked: Master Your Application
25th Nov 2026, 6-7pm
Register for UCAS Unlocked: Master Your ApplicationVirtual Parents/Supporters Evening
10th Dec 2026, 6-7pm
Register for Virtual Parents/Supporters EveningWhy UWS
At UWS, we offer a dynamic range of undergraduate programmes, designed to equip you with the skills, confidence, and experience to thrive in your chosen career.
Our cutting-edge learning environments and industry-recognised qualifications ensure your efforts translate into real-world success. Whether you're aiming for your dream job or looking to broaden your horizons, we’re here to help you make it happen.
With vibrant campuses across the west of Scotland, you'll enjoy an exciting student life filled with opportunities - from buzzing social scenes and active Student Unions to a wide variety of sports clubs.
Find your place. Build your future. Choose UWS.
Campus Visits
We'd love to meet you at one of our Campus Visits. This is a great opportunity to find out more about life at UWS and take a tour to see for yourself our campuses in Ayr, Lanarkshire and Paisley.
Course Search
Find your course of interest from our career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate (taught) and post-experience options.
College to Uni
We’re proud to welcome over a thousand students from colleges in Scotland each year to our programmes and have excellent support facilities for those joining us.
Thanks to our close links with colleges, most of our programmes offer you the opportunity to progress (also known as articulate) with HNC or HND qualifications.
Check out our College to Uni page
DANIELLA FOUND HER PLACE AT UWS - FIND YOURS!
It’s one of the best courses to get hands-on experience in a live studio. It shows the industry that you know how to work a live studio and you’ve got those on-air miles. You are simply just learning how to be on air."
Daniella found her place at UWS - find yours!
Daniella found her place!
They found their place at UWS - find yours!
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Student experience
Going to university is about much more than getting a qualification - it’s an experience. You'll enjoy an exciting social life, gain independence and make the most of the new opportunities available.
How else can we help?
Our friendly team are here to support you with any questions you might need answered. We also have a number of students who can give first-hand experience of what it is like to study at UWS.
Register your interest in undergraduate courses
Create a personalised digital prospectus
Alternatively, you can get in touch with any questions via email: ask@uws.ac.uk
