University Life
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.
Open Days and events
Our Open Days and information sessions are a perfect chance to get to know more about the student experience and what it is like to study 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.
Undergraduate open days and events
Postgraduate open days and events
Our campuses
We are a multi-campus University with each location showcasing its own individual character, architecture and social-scene. Our campuses offer modern accommodation, varied extra-curricular activities and excellent teaching and study facilities.
Our Scottish campuses are located within historic towns that allow easy commuting to Glasgow, Edinburgh and beyond.
Hear from UWS students
Hear from real students who found their place at UWS. They found their place, find yours!
Sport and physical activity at UWS
At UWS we recognise the transformative power of physical activity and sport in enabling health and wellbeing. Our sports and physical activity experience provides opportunities to ensure you keep your body active as well as your mind.
From competitive teams, recreational sport with Team UWS, to our free on campus gyms and fitness classes, UWS Sport has everything you need to get active whilst on campus.
#LifeAtUWS
Our inspiring community of students and staff tell us more about what it's really like to study at UWS.
From where to get the best coffee to all the free things to do around our campuses and more, find out what makes #LifeAtUWS so great!
Supporting our students
At UWS, we are committed to ensuring that every student gets the most out of their university experience, regardless of their personal circumstances or background. There are a wide range of support services available to ensure that all students fulfil their potential, achieve their goals and enjoy their time at UWS.
Living in London
Our newest campus is situated in the heart of London, one of the world’s most exciting cities. The UWS London Campus offers attractive, modern facilities in close proximity to central London.
Students can take advantage of the endless number of visitor attractions in London including the Tate Modern, the National Gallery and the Victoria and Albert Museum, not to mention world-class restaurants, nightlife and shopping.