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UWS student receives Carnegie Vacation Scholarship

A psychology student from the University of the West of Scotland has been awarded a Carnegie Vacation Scholarship for summer 2024.

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about UWS Signs up for Inclusivity with Renewed BSL Plan

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UWS Signs up for Inclusivity with Renewed BSL Plan

University of the West of Scotland (UWS) has today unveiled a revised British Sign Language (BSL) Plan - prioritising accessibility for BSL users and fostering a more inclusive learning and working en

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about UWS Brough Lecture 2024

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UWS Brough Lecture 2024

The UWS Brough Lecture will this year be presented by Anthony Garnett on the theme of “Why Leaders Should Embrace Auditors.”

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about Third series of Research Matters podcast launches

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Third series of Research Matters podcast launches

Using AI to tackle water shortages and Scotland’s largest ever study into disability sport are the among topics covered in the latest series.

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about Older Adults Missing Out on Vital Health Benefits

Wednesday 17-04-2024

Older Adults Missing Out on Vital Health Benefits

Older adults in Scotland, especially women and those living in deprived communities, are significantly less likely to participate in sports and physical activity as they age.

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about UWS students featured in widening access campaign

Monday 15-04-2024

UWS students featured in widening access campaign

The extraordinary stories of students from UWS who entered higher education from a non-traditional route is being highlighted in a new national campaign by Universities Scotland.

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