Congratulations on your offer
Now that you’ve received your offer from us, you’re one step closer to joining University of West of Scotland this September!
If you have made your decision about joining us but have not yet replied, then here is a reminder of important dates by which you should reply.
If you have not yet made your decision yet, join us at one of our Offer -Holder sessions where you can meet fellow students and get the support you need to feel informed about your choice.
Offer Holder Sessions for 2026
Next steps
Important dates
- If you receive your last decision on or before 31 March 2026, your reply date is 06 May 2026 (except if you're using Extra to find a place)
- If you receive your last decision on or before 13 May 2026, your reply date is 03 June 2026 (except if you're using Extra to find a place)
- If you receive your last decision on or before 15 July 2026, your reply date is 22 July 2026 (including Extra choices)
For more information relating to replying to your offer you can visit UCAS which has helpful guides.
Understanding your offer
Click your offer type below for more insight on what it means and what you need to do next to reply.
Unconditional Offer
Congratulations! This means you've already met the entry requirements, and you’ve found your place at UWS!
All you need to do now is accept your offer and you’ll be a UWS student in September.
Depending on your course, you may still need to get a PVG check or provide proof of your results. Check your offer for these details.
Conditional
Congratulations! We’re excited to give you an offer of study, and there are some conditions you have to meet to get your place at UWS confirmed.
For most people, this means waiting for results day in summer to see if your exam results meet the conditions. They could be a combination of grades, scores or subjects. Your offer will provide all of the relevant details.
Replying to your offer
Depending on how you have applied, there are two ways to respond to your offer.
UCAS
Once you have received decisions from all of your chosen universities, UCAS will alert you that it is time to respond to your offers.
If you have received an unconditional offer from us, and accept as your firm choice, then congratulations - you're in!
Those holding conditional offers are advised to make two choices: 'Firm' and 'Insurance', the insurance choice university usually has lower entry criteria than the firm choice, so that if you do not meet the conditions of the offer for your firm choice, you may still meet those of your insurance and secure a place at university.
You'll then need to decline any other offers you have received.
Direct
If you have applied to us directly, then you will need to respond to your offer via our application portal.
Explore our blogs
Our blogs explore a range of aspects of studying at UWS and give you a real flavour of the University. Check them out ahead of September and get excited for your #LifeAtUWS. There’s a handy offer-holder checklist, along with a further selection of blogs highlighted below.
Inspiring journeys at UWS
Find out how our students found their place at UWS.
Find your people at UWS
Feel part of the UWS community from the very start
Making new friends is one of the best parts of university life and you’ll find plenty of opportunities find your people and connect with others. Enjoy an exciting social life through events, clubs and shared interests.
Facilities and accomodation
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.
Campus visits
We'd love to meet you at one of our organised 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.
Finance and money tips
Feel confident with your money decisions.
Managing money can sometimes feel overwhelming. If you need practical advice on budgeting, funding options and tuition fees, then we are here to help.
How else can we support?
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.
Email: ask@uws.ac.uk
Phone: 0800 027 1000 (UK) /
+44 (0) 141 849 4101 (out-with UK)
