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UWS has over 120 years of educational expertise, 5 cutting-edge campuses and thanks to our innovative learning environments and industry-recognised courses, if you choose to study at UWS, we’ll work with you to ensure your hard work adds up to a successful career.

Choose from our wide-rage of career-focussed degree programmes.

Our 4 academic schools offer a diverse range of options to suit your career goals. And with our strong industry links, practical placement opportunities and innovative approaches to learning and teaching, you’ll get a head start for the world of work.

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A 21st Century University

We’re a ‘21st century university’, and that means….

You’ll put your knowledge into practice in real world settings thanks to the innovative learning environments and state-of-the-art equipment and facilities across our campuses.

We believe all our graduates should be world-ready.

That’s why our programmes are created with the needs of industry, business and the professions in mind. From day one of your studies to graduation day and beyond, UWS is here to nurture your potential at every step of your academic journey to help you achieve success.

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4 campuses situated in ideal locations across the west of scotland..

Located in Paisley, Lanarkshire, Dumfries and Ayr, our inspiring, well-equipped and friendly Scottish campuses have their own distinctive personalities. And with each boasting excellent travel links to Scotland’s fun-packed cities and stunning great outdoors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Plus, we have a fantastic London Campus.

Situated in London Docklands, our London Campus offers inspiring modern facilities and acclaimed UWS study options in one of the world’s most exciting cities.

4 Modern Scottish campuses

Our campuses feature amazing learning and teaching facilities, state-of-the-art labs, and relaxing chill-out social spaces.

Accommodation

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Staying in our on-campus student accommodation is a great way to meet new friends, gain some independence and immerse yourself in the full UWS experience. We’ve a range of spacious, modern and affordable student accommodation for you to enjoy. Plus, our Resident Assistants are available 24/7 to lend a helping hand.

Become part of the vibrant UWS community.

Our campuses are the perfect places to blow off some steam after a hard day’s studying. There’s a whole load of events organised by UWS Students’ Union – winner of the NUS (National Union of Students) Scotland ‘Students’ Association of the Year’ award in 2022. There are clubs, societies and sports teams to suit all tastes. Plus free student membership of our on-campus gyms, and more, mean you’ll enjoy playing your part.

And there’s loads to explore beyond our campuses too.

Whether you’re looking to explore Scotland’s eclectic towns and cities, or the outdoors for some world-famous scenery, you’re never far from adventure at UWS.

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Modern campus surroundings in a range of great locations across the West of Scotland

UWS students gain hands-on experience in our industry-standard labs across the campuses

Sector-leading facilities include our extreme environments lab for sports performance analysis and research work

Our innovative approaches to learning and teaching include accelerated and immersive learning using VR

Our health facilities help students gain practical skills to prepare for placement and their future careers in the sector

Radio & TV broadcasting studios, recording suites and performance labs feature among our creative industries facilities

Our award-winning Lanarkshire Campus operates on renewable energy from a nearby windfarm

Our life sciences students enjoy access to the latest lab facilities

The Hub – our student information centre – provides online and in-person advice, assistance and support for students across the campuses

Our domus facilities provide health students with insight into how dementia affects everyday life

There are drop-down spaces with charging points all around the campuses for quiet, solo study as well as areas for group work

UWS was Scotland’s first university to provide free gym membership for students across university-operated fitness facilities

Our Business programmes are designed with business leaders to ensure you meet 21st century workplace demands

Our up-to-the-minute Computing programmes are informed by our partnerships with IBM, NASA, Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems

Creative Industries

With placement opportunities and industry links, our Creative Industries programmes will help you realise your creative ambitions

Our Education programmes offer placements in preschools, primary schools and community settings, helping you gain the practical experience you need

Engineering

Building on 100 years of engineering expertise, our Engineering programmes are developed in line with the accreditation standards of professional bodies

Our expertise and facilities for nursing and midwifery education are helping to improve health and wellbeing on an international scale

Life Sciences

Developed with industrial and educational partners, our Life Sciences programmes provide innovative teaching with a focus on solving real-world challenges

Physical Sciences

Offering professionally recognised qualifications and placement opportunities, our Physical Sciences programmes are rooted in industry best practice

Social Sciences

Our Social Sciences programmes offer practical placements and professional accreditation and will help you develop critical and analytical skills

With links to sportscotland, UK Sport and more, our Sports programmes will help you score your dream job

Ayr Campus’s riverside setting is close to Ayr town centre and train station and within easy reach of the town’s beachfront

Ayr Campus atrium provides a bright and welcoming open space for catching up, dining, and chilling

The atrium approach to Ayr Campus Library – a well-equipped space that provide access to UWS library items and online resources to cover all your study needs, free Wi-Fi and individual and group study spaces

Our new Dumfries Campus features a range of modern teaching and learning zones for group and individual study

UWS Dumfries Campus facilities include an innovative simulated healthcare suite to provide health students with hands-on skills and expertise for their future careers

There are plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy at our Dumfries Campus when the weather’s good – and lots of coffee and café spots to shelter in when it’s not

Powered by 100% renewable energy, UWS Lanarkshire Campus is one of the UK’s greenest educational environments and features state-of-the art sport, health and fitness facilities

‘The Street’ in our Lanarkshire Campus is a bustling area where you can meet friends, grab a coffee or simply relax after a hard day of studying

Lanarkshire Campus’s collaborative teaching areas and flexible breakout and study spaces aim to help students enhance their teamwork, presentation and communication skills

Paisley Campus is just a few minutes’ walk from Paisley town centre and train station, from where you can be in Glasgow in just 10 minutes

Paisley Campus’s central atrium has breakout spaces, a coffee shop and space for group or individual study

There are loads of informal spaces around our Paisley Campus where you can catch up on group work, meet friends or wind down after a busy day

Ayr Campus’s modern, purpose-built student residences provide flats with en-suite rooms and shared kitchen & lounge areas as well as studio flat options

As well as shared kitchen and lounge facilities, our flats also offer common rooms, games areas, a laundy and free Wi-Fi

In addition to the shared kitchen and lounge areas in the flats, there are common rooms, games areas and a laundry in the residences and free wifi throughout

It’s easy to catch up with flatmates in the shared kitchen and lounge spaces

The riverside walkway and cycle route are situated close to the residences in Ayr, a few minutes’ from the University’s main building

Paisley Campus residences are in a great location right on the edge of campus, next to the Library and cafeteria.

The residences provide spacious en-suite rooms, with study areas, plenty of storage and free Wi-Fi

The shared kitchen and lounge areas in each flat mean you can chill, catch up with flatmates, and share the cooking chores

Glasgow’s cultural hotspots

Within easy reach of the UWS campuses, the city of Glasgow has some of the country’s most amazing galleries and museums, including the award-winning Riverside Museum

Glasgow loves its music

Acts like Chvrches, Biffy Clyro and Franz Ferdinand have emerged from its scene. There is no shortage of gig venues and clubs - Barrowlands being one of the most famous

Glasgow’s social scene

There are dining options from across the globe in the city’s restaurants, bars and cafes. Something to suit all tastes

Beyond the city

Loch Lomond’s only 14 miles from the city of Glasgow and famed worldwide. Walking and cycling routes, watersports and loch cruises are just some of the attractions

Breathe it all in

Take a short train trip along the west coast, and a ferry crossing from Ardrossan, and you’ll find yourself on the Isle of Arran – a world away from the city

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All across the mainland and on the islands, you’ll have the chance to see herds of these charismatic Scottish charmers

The great outdoors

Some of the world’s most amazing scenery’s just a short trip away from the UWS campuses

An iconic structure

The famous, 21-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct in Lochaber draws tourists from around the world, particularly as the location features in the Harry Potter films as one of the routes for the Hogwarts Express

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At UWS, Welcome and Induction activities are scheduled to run alongside the start of each academic term.

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Welcome and induction 2023/24

Each Academic Year has three terms - Term 1, 2 and 3, respectively. These begin in September, January and May each year, and the start dates are listed on the webpage below:

START DATES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2023/24

WELCOME AND INDUCTION ACTIVITIES - TERM 3 (May)

Your school and course induction activities will provide you with ways to connect to your classmates, help you feel part of the UWS community, understand what is expected of you and how you can succeed in your studies. You will be emailed with details about what this induction includes and how to attend.

See below for your course's induction calendar. These will continue to be updated as more activities are planned, so keep checking back for the latest information.

London Campus

On London Campus inductions are running all week from Tuesday 7th May until Tuesday 14th May. Students should attend their scheduled induction sessions . During those sessions you will receive an induction to your course and you will meet people from our support teams. There will be a chance to get to know everyone, including your fellow students and you will learn more about how UWS can help you to become a successful student. 

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Induction information for students attending any of our Scottish campuses:

BCI Induction - Scotland

Induction information for students attending our London campus:

BCI Induction - London

School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences

Induction information for students attending any of our Scottish campuses, or our London campus:

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ESS INDUCTION

Any students joining programmes on our Scottish campuses will be contacted directly by their Programme Leaders. 

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Induction information for students attending any of our campuses or studying with us via distance learning:

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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Paisley Campus Tours for new arrivals

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Each Wednesday in May, 12 noon – 1pm

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Lanarkshire Campus

NEW ARRIVALS SUPPORT SESSION

There are lots of people you can talk to at UWS for advice to help you settle into your new surroundings.  Pop along to the Student Hub and speak to Ana, one of the International Student Advisers for an informal, friendly chat and get answers to your questions, plus find out how to access useful resources including the Welcome Guide and International Student Checklist.

Wednesday 8 May 11:30 - 1:30pm - The Student Hub, Lanarkshire campus

Thursday 30 May  11:30  - 1:30pm - The Student Hub, Lanarkshire campus

For further induction events, please check the calendar of events on the International Student Support Share point page .

Support with online platforms

All UWS students are provided with a Microsoft Office365 account. This includes your student email account and access to the full range of Microsoft software and applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive and much more. You can access this via the UWS Student App.

You can find advice on how to use Teams on the  Microsoft support website  and Zoom through their  support site . 

We’ve also created a  helpful video  on best practice for using Microsoft Teams to attend your online lectures.

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• Summer Open Day (Lanarkshire Campus)

University of the West of Scotland (Lanarkshire Campus)

University of the West of Scotland's open days and information sessions are a really good way to see what it’s like to study at UWS, and explore the options available if you’re considering student accommodation.

They hold open days and information sessions throughout the year which are aimed at students considering an undergraduate, postgraduate or postgraduate research degree at UWS.

Open days are a great way to:

• Hear from staff and students about life and study at UWS
• Get help with your application
• Learn more about funding and financial support
• See the facilities for yourself – from lecture theatres and labs to student accommodation, sport facilities and award-winning students' union
• Find out more about work placements, learning a language or study abroad opportunities

For more information and to register your attendance, visit the University of the West of Scotland website.

Open Day Details

This open day will take place on the following date(s): 08/06/2024 between 11:00 - 14:00.

This open day will take place at: University of the West of Scotland (Lanarkshire Campus) G72 0LH

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UWS Lanarkshire campus opens to students after £110m project

• Monday 3 September 2018 at 2:30pm

The University of the West of Scotland’s (UWS) new £110 million Lanarkshire campus has opened to students.

The site has been completed in a two-year project and includes cutting-edge research facilities, an environmental chamber and virtual wards for nursing and midwifery courses.

The university said it represents a “step-change in the way learning and teaching is delivered in Scotland”.

Based in Hamilton International Business Park near businesses including HSBC, Babcock and John Lewis, UWS said the campus will promote collaboration with students, graduates and academics.

Professor Craig Mahoney, principal and vice-chancellor of UWS, said: “The opening of the UWS Lanarkshire campus is a momentous occasion in our University’s history, and has been delivered on time and on budget – an extremely proud moment for everyone involved in the highly-ambitious project.

“The new campus will give students and staff access to some of the most advanced teaching and research facilities in the UK.

“It will also have a tremendous impact on the local community, with estimates suggesting the campus will result in a £443 million boost over the next 25 years.”

He added: “The way students learn is changing. With direct access to knowledge at their fingertips in the form of smart devices, students need a campus which is flexible and responsive to learning in all its forms – UWS Lanarkshire is equipped with first-class facilities to support the changing nature of learning and teaching higher education.

“Every element of the campus has been carefully considered to ensure it is modern, connected, collaborative, sustainable and that it provides significant opportunities for research and enterprise activity.

“As we welcome students to the UWS Lanarkshire campus, we hope they will relish the opportunities it presents and be proud of their new university facility. We want all our students to use the new space, shape it, and make it their own.”

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The University of the West of Scotland (UWS) urgently needed to renew its Hamilton Campus. An earlier feasibility study had progressed to RIBA stage C but capital funding was not available.

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The University’s new estates director then asked the question as to how a modern learning environment differed from a progressive office environment with spaces essentially for ‘information understanding’, rather than ‘information processing’. This led to an existing large, shell & core office development evolving into a hugely flexible learning environment. The new Lanarkshire campus illustrates the way in which office spaces are starting to morph into other types of workspace and vice versa. The original project consisted of three discrete buildings set above two levels of undercroft carparking, located on a business park. These were adapted, extended and fitted out to create a wholly new type of innovative and beautiful learning/working environment with excellent social facilities providing links into adjacent businesses. The result is a facility which has established UWS as the ‘go-to’ University in Lanarkshire/central Scotland. Join us for an exciting opportunity to find out more about this project from the people behind it. Refreshments will be provided, along with the chance to network with fellow BCO members and industry peers after the tour.

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The £110 million new University of the West of Scotland (UWS) campus at Hamilton International Technology Park developed by HFD Property Group (HFD) and designed by Mosaic Architecture + Design has opened its doors to the new student intake. A partnership between UWS, and developers HFD, the new 235,000 sq.ft. Lanarkshire campus offers a range of specialist labs, teaching facilities and social spaces as well as a gym, and student union. The new campus is one of the UK’s ‘greenest’ educational environments, with carbon neutral buildings incorporating sustainability features such as 100% renewable power, generated through a windfarm and rainwater harvesting. The three campus buildings which form the Campus are joined by a ‘Street’ which provides work and social spaces for students, staff and the local community. The buildings have been designed to adapt to modern learning techniques which rely more heavily on smart devices and open plan teaching. The campus also sees the introduction of innovative learning landscapes combining formal learning environments with new interactive and technology-rich learning zones. The campus includes a 236-capacity auditorium and a conference space for up to 128 people. A priority has been placed on sustainability, making UWS Lanarkshire one of the UK’s greenest university campuses, powered by renewable energy from the nearby Blantyre Muir wind farm. Working with the University and Developer we carried out the Cat A Works and in collaboration with haa design the Cat B works.

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Hello Lanarkshire students!

Here at Your Students' Union we would love to be able to have staff and student presidents based on every campus at UWS. Unfortunately, we're a really small team but we do manage to visit Lanarkshire regularly, where we work in the small glass office so you can always see what we're up to! However, even when we're not there in person, you can access our services online.

Your Students' Union Advice Service is open to all UWS students, offering free, independent, impartial advice to help you when you most need it.

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We regularly get feedback from Lanarkshire students that you would like to see more social activities and perhaps a bar on campus! We hear you! Unfortunately right now the combination of the space we've been allocated by UWS, the location of the Lanarkshire Campus, and the lack of public transport after hours mean it is not feasible to run events in Lanarkshire at the moment.

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UW’s School of Energy Resources Launches ‘Energy Frontier’ Podcast

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Institutional Communications Bureau of Mines Building, Room 137 Laramie, WY 82071 Phone: (307) 766-2929 Email:   [email protected]

Published May 08, 2024

The inaugural episode -- hosted by Kara Fornstrom, director of SER’s Center for Energy Regulation and Policy Analysis -- introduces listeners to the permanent podcast host, SER Executive Director Holly Krutka, and is set to air today (May 8).

In the pilot episode, listeners can learn more about Krutka, SER and the goals of launching the podcast.

“The energy industry is fundamentally entrenched in Wyoming while, at the same time, it is dynamic, transformative and ever-expanding,” Fornstrom says. “We wanted a platform for listeners to become more familiar with Wyoming’s intimate history with energy, as well as an opportunity to learn more about emerging technologies and the landscape of Wyoming’s energy future.”

Nestled at the heart of innovation and education at UW, SER is dedicated to energy-driven economic development for the state of Wyoming. SER directs and integrates cutting-edge energy research and academic programs at UW, and bridges academics and industry through targeted outreach programs. 

“SER is constantly exploring new opportunities to share what we and our collaborators across UW and Wyoming are up to, and we’re hoping this podcast reaches the far corners of Wyoming and beyond, to help folks understand all that is being done to positively impact the Cowboy State,” Krutka says. “We place a high value on transparency, education and engagement. If you at all are interested in energy innovation and education in Wyoming, we hope you will tune in.”

Ultimately, the podcast examines energy trends, offers fresh insights and promotes a better understanding of today’s energy issues, solutions and careers, she says.

“Energy has really propelled the development of civilization and yet is something that can be easily taken for granted,” Krutka adds. “Now, we have a new way to share entertaining discussions on the how and the why and address important topics, such as what new technologies will mean for Wyoming and its workforce.”

Topics to be covered include nuclear, oil and gas, coal and carbon engineering, and carbon capture utilization and storage, as well as education, leadership, land management, policy and regulation, and tax frameworks.

With episodes initially scheduled to be released weekly, the podcast will be available to stream on all audio platforms and will be accessible through the SER website at www.uwyo.edu/ser .