A 21st century university

University of the West of Scotland was recently named Higher Educational Institution of the Year, at the 2022 Herald Higher Education Awards and is one of Scotland’s largest modern universities.

Our reach across the south and west of Scotland, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience, resulting in highly sought-after graduates in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.

UWS’s employer-focused degrees align with business, community, third sector, government and international priorities, and provide the perfect springboard to create economic benefits across Scotland, the UK and beyond.

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.

About UWS

Find out more about UWS.

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Governance

UWS is formed as a "body corporate" under the terms of a Statutory instrument. The University's constitutional basis is contained within the UWS Order of Council 2019.

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Find out more about Vice-Chancellor's Executive
Vice-Chancellor's Executive

The Vice-Chancellor’s Executive is the senior leadership and decision-making group within UWS.

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Find out more about Academic Schools
Academic Schools

UWS has four academic schools, four campuses across the west of Scotland and one in London, and a network of research institutes and professional support departments

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Find out more about UWS Commitments
UWS Commitments

A series of guidelines and commitments have been put into place that lay out a path to achieving the University's goals and objectives.

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Accessibility Statement

UWS's website Accessibility Statement along with feedback details and channels.

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Privacy Notice

This page outlines our website's Privacy Notice, compliance with the UK Data Protection Act 1998, information that we gather and how we store it.

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Find out more about Modern Slavery Statement
Modern Slavery Statement

UWS is committed to ensuring procurement is carried out in a way that is environmentally, socially, ethically and economically responsible.

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Find out more about Policies, Procedures & Guidance
Policies, Procedures & Guidance

This page contains approved policies, procedures and guidelines. Published documents are always the most recent version and are applicable to the current academic year (unless otherwise stated).

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Term Dates

Find full details of academic year term dates at UWS here.

UWS Academic Year Calendar 2023-24

UWS Academic Year Calendar 2024-25

UWS Academic Year Calendar 2025-26

UWS Academic Year Calendar 2026-27