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about UWS and Ayrshire College establish partnership

2 days ago

UWS and Ayrshire College establish partnership

The current and future skills needs of Ayrshire is at the heart of a new strategic partnership between Ayrshire College and University of the West of Scotland.

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about UWS partners with South Ayrshire HSCP

2 days ago

UWS partners with South Ayrshire HSCP

Developing and upskilling the local workforce is at the heart of a new partnership between UWS and South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership.

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about New report exposes flaws in UK benefits system

3 days ago

New report exposes flaws in UK benefits system

The welfare system is failing people with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), according to a new interim report from researchers at the University of the West of Scotland.

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about Broadcast bursary scheme launched

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Broadcast bursary scheme launched

UWS is amongst organisations to create a student bursary in honour of journalist Nick Sheridan.

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about UWS launches Skills Scholarships for 2025

Thursday 09-01-2025

UWS launches Skills Scholarships for 2025

To make professional development more accessible, we are launching a new series of evening short courses at our Paisley campus.

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about Student midwife brings Christmas to sick kids

Monday 23-12-2024

Student midwife brings Christmas to sick kids

Midwifery student Nicole Stirrat has turned her family’s personal journey into a heartwarming mission to raise funds for Glasgow Children’s Hospital this Christmas.

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