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About UWS

The University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland's largest and most dynamic modern universities — named Scottish University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2026 . With over 19,000 students from more than 70 countries and five campuses across Scotland and London, UWS is a genuinely international university built on career-focused education, applied research, and a deep commitment to social inclusion.

University Snapshot

Key Facts

A quick overview of UWS performance, entry points and academic recognition.

1897

Founded

Modern university since 2007

5

Campuses

Scotland + London Docklands

19,000+

Students

From 70+ countries

200+

Programmes

UG · PG · Doctoral

90%

Graduate Employment

Within 6 months (2024)

#26

Global Impact

Reducing inequalities — THE 2025

Intakes

September January May

Three entry points per academic year

English Requirements (IELTS)

UG / PG

min 5.5 per component

6.0

Research

min 6.0 per component

6.5

Clinical

min 6.5 per component

7.0

Recognition & Rankings

Awards and academic standing

Scottish University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2026

Featured Recognition

Scottish University of the Year

Social Inclusion 2026

First in Scotland for social inclusion in The Times and Sunday Times University Rankings 2025

1st in Scotland

Social Inclusion — Times / Sunday Times 2025

Ranked number 1 in Scotland in the Social Mobility Index by Higher Education Policy Institute 2024

#1 in Scotland

Social Mobility Index — HEPI 2024

Top 300 globally recognition

Top 300 Globally

International recognition

Our Five Campuses

Whether you prefer a vibrant city, a coastal setting, or the heart of global finance — UWS has a campus for you.

Paisley

Main Campus

Paisley town centre, 10 mins from Glasgow. Widest programme range across all disciplines.

UWS-managed accommodation available

UWS-managed

Lanarkshire

Hamilton

Modern campus in South Lanarkshire. Strong focus on health sciences and business programmes.

Private accommodation nearby

Ayr

Coastal Campus

Scenic coastal setting. Creative industries, sport, and education programmes.

UWS-managed accommodation on campus

UWS-managed

Dumfries

Partnership Campus

Close-knit campus in partnership with the University of Glasgow.

Private accommodation nearby

London

Docklands, E14

East London Docklands — 1 min from East India DLR. Business, IT, Cyber Security, Project Management, Health, Education.

Private accommodation nearby

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