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Clearing 2025 Priority Pass

Clearing opens on Saturday 5th of July 2025.

You can get ahead by signing up to our Clearing Priority Pass today!

Doing so gains the following benefits:  

  • Option for us to call you on SQA results day  
  • Early access to UWS Clearing info
  • Advanced notice of UWS Clearing events
  • A personalised video  
  • Regular email updates and guidance on joining us via Clearing
  • Tailored support for Widening Access applicants
  • Request a call with an academic in your area of interest 

 

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More about applying for Undergraduate study

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Admissions & Application

Everything you need to know about applying for an undergraduate degree at UWS, including step-by-step guides, entry requirements and English language requirements.

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Find out more about Undergraduate Fees & Funding
Undergraduate Fees & Funding

Find out all about undergraduate fees and funding for UK, EU and International students, including tuition fees, student loans, grants and our wide variety of scholarships.

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Find out more about Undergraduate subject areas
Undergraduate subject areas

Explore our undergraduate subject areas at UWS

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Work-ready graduates

 90% of our students are in work or further study within six months of graduating.

At UWS, our aim is to ensure that our graduates are ready to meet the demands of their chosen profession. We invest in people's potential to shape their future.

Our career-focused courses are led by inspiring lecturers with many years of industry experience, and students put theory into practice with hands-on learning and practical experience.

Our links to top employers throughout Scotland and the UK provide students with industry-relevant learning and work experience.

With the option to learn a language and study abroad with our international education partners, studying at UWS will enhance your prospects in the international jobs market.

 

Pathways to undergraduate study

There's more than one way to become an undergraduate student at UWS

Find out more about College To Uni
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.

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Find out more about Foundation Academy
Foundation Academy

UWS Foundation Academy is an initiative for senior school pupils across the west of Scotland where pupils can study at university, develop academic skills and improve their UCAS applications.

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Find out more about Graduate Apprenticeships
Graduate Apprenticeships

Graduate Apprenticeships have been developed in response to demand from industry, and are matched to industries that need employees with degree-level qualifications and real-world work experience.

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They found their place at UWS - find yours!

Read more about real students who found their place at UWS:

Find out more about Kurt, Midwifery Student
Kurt, Midwifery Student

"The best thing about UWS is that you’re not another number - there is a very strong community feel to the University. And so much support available for students, especially mature students like me, f...

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Find out more about Anna, Applied Bioscience & Zoology Student
Anna, Applied Bioscience & Zoology Student

"The facilities are all brand new. The labs have got great technology and it’s perfect for everything we have done. Since starting, I have had access to a wide range of equipment.” - Anna

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Find out more about Alannah, Education Student
Alannah, Education Student

Alannah found her place at UWS – find yours!

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Alesha is a first year student on our BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise programme at our Lanarkshire campus, found her place at UWS.

“UWS is very student-orientated and accepting of all students, no matter their background. And that’s something that really stood out to me. It’s such a good feeling to be welcomed somewhere.”

Alesha at UWS

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Open Days and events at UWS

Join us at an Open Day to experience #LifeAtUWS. Hosted across at Ayr, Dumfries, Lanarkshire and Paisley campuses, these events provide the perfect opportunity to find out everything there is to know about studying at UWS.

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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.

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Life at UWS

Going to university is about much more than getting a qualification, it’s also the chance to enjoy an exciting social life, gain some independence and make the most of the new opportunities available.

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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.

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Alternatively, you can get in touch with any questions via email: ask@uws.ac.uk