About University of Glasgow
The University of Glasgow is a 570-year-old research-intensive institution on the River Kelvin, renowned for medicine, veterinary science, engineering, arts, and social sciences with a diverse global community across Glasgow, Dumfries, and Singapore campuses.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 36,000 total students
- • 12,000 international students
- • 300 student societies
Location
- • Located in Glasgow
- • Public university
- • Established 1451
Subject Rankings
Accounting and Finance (2024)
15Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, MD, Integrated Masters
Popular Subjects
Medicine and Veterinary MedicineEngineeringBusiness and FinanceLife SciencesHumanities and Social Sciences
Student-Staff Ratio
14 : 1
Faculties & Departments
College of Arts
School of Critical Studies, School of Humanities, School of Culture and Creative Arts
College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences
School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing, School of Veterinary Medicine, Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation, Institute of Cancer Sciences
College of Science & Engineering
James Watt School of Engineering, School of Computing Science, School of Mathematics & Statistics, School of Chemistry
College of Social Sciences
Adam Smith Business School, School of Law, School of Education, Urban Studies and Planning
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Offers typically AAA-ABB at A level or 34-38 IB points; Scottish Highers AAAA-BBBB.
Alternatives: International Foundation Programme with 65-75%, Advanced Placement scores of 4/5
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 80
UCAT for Medicine and Dentistry • Portfolio or audition for Music and Fine Art
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent; some taught master's accept 2:2 with relevant experience.
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research proposal for PhD • Two references (one academic)
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £25,000
- Postgraduate: £25,000
- Foundation: £18,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £6,500
- Food: £2,100
- Transport: £900
- Entertainment: £1,100
- Other: £950
- Total: £11,450
Scholarships
University of Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship
MeritValue: £10,000 (Tuition fee discount)
International taught postgraduate applicant • Excellent academic record • Evidence of leadership potential
Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship
InternationalValue: £7,000 (Tuition reduction)
New international undergraduate • AAA equivalent grades • Self-funded
Deadline: 2025-04-30
Campus & Facilities
University Avenue, Glasgow G12 8QQ
Historic Gilmorehill campus with Gothic revival architecture and the iconic cloisters, in Glasgow's vibrant West End
Size: 85 acres
Facilities
Academic
Main Library, James Watt Building, Boyd Orr Building, Adam Smith Business School
Research
Glasgow University Cancer Research UK, Institute of Cardiovascular & Medical Sciences
Accommodation
Murano Street Student Village
Large student village with cluster flats, social hub, and shuttle buses to campus.
Cost: £136 - £188 (per week)
All bills included • Residence Life team • High-speed Wi-Fi
Distance: 15-minute walk
Contract: 39-51 weeks
Kelvin Court and private PBSA
Studio and en-suite rooms with gyms, cinema rooms, and rooftop terraces near Byres Road.
Cost: £180 - £260 (per week)
Gym • Cinema room • Bike storage
Distance: 5-minute walk
Contract: 44-51 weeks
Accommodation guaranteed for new international undergraduates who apply by 22 August via the MyCampus portal and pay a prepayment.
Airport pickup weekends, bedding packs, and private renting webinars supported by Residence Life.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 300
Teams: 55
Cultural Activities
- Glasgow University Union & QMU Events — Weekly
- Celtic Connections Partnership — Annually in January
- Global Food Festivals — Termly
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@glasgow.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)141 330 4282
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
65
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 79%
Further study: 14%
Unemployed: 4%
Average Salary
£28,000
annual
Top Employers
NHS ScotlandScottish GovernmentMorgan StanleyJ.P. MorganPwCDeloitte
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Glasgow Airport
16 km • 25 minutes by Airport Express bus
Public Transport
- Subway: Glasgow Subway links Hillhead (campus) to city centre in 10 minutes • £39 monthly student Smartcard
- Rail: Partick and Charing Cross stations connect to Edinburgh in 50 minutes and the Highlands • £15 off-peak return to Edinburgh
Local Area
Glasgow's West End offers museums, live music, cafes, and green spaces with affordable living compared with other UK cities.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Riverside Museum
Shopping: Byres Road independent shops, Buchanan Street style mile, Barrio cafes and markets
Entertainment: King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, SEC Hydro concerts, Glasgow Film Theatre
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: University of Glasgow Facts & Figures 2024/25, UCAS, HESA, Graduate Outcomes
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: data@ukuni.io