Congratulations on your offer
We can't wait to welcome you to University of the West of Scotland (UWS). Here you will find all the information you need to accept your offer and discover #LifeAtUWS.
Take the opportunity to visit our campuses and get real life insight into what you can expect from life at UWS. Be inspired by academics, get hands-on experience of your learning and teaching, and meet your fellow students and future friends.
If you have any questions about your course, offer or studying at UWS, our friendly student enquiry team are here to help so get in touch.
- Email: ask@uws.ac.uk
- Call: 0800 027 1000 (UK) or
- +44 (0) 141 849 4101 (out-with UK)
Join a campus tour
Join us on campus for a tour with one of our experienced student ambassadors to experience life at UWS.
Email campustours@uws.ac.uk with your name, campus, desired date(s) and time(s) and any special requirements.
Undergraduate Offer Holder Events
Booking will open for shortly for the following events for offer holders. You’ll receive an invitation via email to register.
Paisley Offer Holder Day - Saturday 22nd March 2025
Lanarkshire Offer Holder Day - Saturday 29th March 2025
Dumfries Offer Holder Day - Thursday 24th April 2025
Ayr Offer Holder Day - Saturday 26th April 2025
Chat to a student
A selection of our current students are on hand to chat and answer any questions you might have about studying at UWS.
How does it feel to attend an offer-holder session?
"I came to the offer-holder event here and it was amazing. The staff were super friendly and everyone was really welcoming."
Nicole's Experience
Inspiring journeys at UWS
Find out how our students found their place at UWS
Support for you
Across our four campuses in the West of Scotland - in Paisley, Lanarkshire, Dumfries and Ayr - and our campus in London enjoy access to a wide range of social, leisure and academic facilities to make the most of your time at UWS
Free gym memberships for our students
At UWS we recognise the transformative power of physical activity and sport in enabling health and wellbeing. As part of this commitment we offer FREE gym memberships to all of our students and staff at our UWS operated facilities.
Funding Support
Find everything you need to know about how much it will cost to study at UWS, as well as information on the funding that may be available to help you meet these costs and help support your living costs during your studies.
Accommodation
Staying in University accommodation during your studies is a great way to meet new people, make new friends and gain some independence with the reassurance that our Residence Life team are always onsite for help and support.
Why UWS?
Why UWS? Well, in 2023, UWS was officially recognised in the top 300 universities worldwide as assessed against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UWS was recognised as the 2nd most impactful university in Scotland, and joint 25th globally, for 'reducing inequalities' (UN...