University of the West of Scotland

London, United Kingdom

Public University

Established in 1992

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In 2007, the University of Paisley and Bell College, Hamilton merged to establish the University of the West of Scotland. There is a long history preceding the establishment of this university. Paisley School of Art, University of Paisley, Bell College of Technology, Craigie College of Education, Dumfries, and Galloway College of Nursing are just a few of the renowned universities, institutions, and schools that this university inherited.

This university provides courses in business, computers, creative industries, education, engineering, health, life sciences, physical and chemical sciences, social sciences, and sports at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and post-experience levels. The courses are also offered in a variety of study styles, including full-time, part-time, and online. This institution also provides research degrees.

Top Reasons to Study in the University of the West of Scotland

The University of the West Scotland is one of Scotland's most vocational higher education institutions, having close ties to industry and business. As part of many degrees, students can choose a year of paid work experience. Computing is a significant competency, as evidenced by a good teaching evaluation. The university also houses Scotland's largest health, nursing, and midwifery school. In recent examinations, accounting and finance research was rated world-class, the highest of any topic at a contemporary Scottish institution.

International students in the United Kingdom can apply for scholarships and bursaries at the University of the West of Scotland. Bursaries are given out based on financial need, whereas scholarships are given out based on academic merit.
The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme is a partnership between the Department for International Development and the University of the West of Scotland to provide scholarships to students from Commonwealth nations. Saltire Scholarships of 8,000 GBP (760296.92 INR) are available for postgraduate master's students participating in a one-year full-time programme in Science, Technology, Creative Industries, Healthcare & Medical Sciences, Renewable & Clean Energy in Scotland.

Cost of Studying at University of the West of Scotland

Average tuition fee

Reasonable

Living expenses

Average living expenses (Bachelors)

£24,148

Average living expenses (Masters)

£24,148

Average on-campus living expenses

£9,648

Average off-campus living expenses

£8,784

Rankings for The University of the West of Scotland

#501

The World University Rankings

More rankings for this university

Here is the University of the West of Scotland World Ranking from different organizations in 2022:

Organization	Ranking
The Complete University Guide - University Ranking (UK)	103
The Guardian - University Rankings	120

Admissions at The University of the West of Scotland

Application Fee

£22 - £24

How to Apply at University of the West of Scotland

The following is a step-by-step guide to applying for undergraduate programmes using the UCAS portal:

Students must first go to the University of the West of Scotland's 'how to apply' website at www.uclan.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-application.
The students must then log in to the UCAS platform and pick the 'Undergraduate' option. To proceed with their application, they must now press the 'Apply' button.
If they have previously registered on the portal, they may continue their application by logging in using their username and password.
Students who have not yet enrolled must pick their gender and provide their name and surname in order to complete the registration process.
To continue, students must pick Non-UK/International from the drop-down menu and click the 'Next' button.
To complete the registration, the candidates must provide their address, phone number, and email address.
Applicants must create a password and answer a series of security questions to assist them regain their password if they forget or lose it.
The username will now appear on the UCAS portal, which students should save because they will need it when checking in.
Students may now log in using their username and password, finish the application, and submit it. They may now monitor their application by using the track option which is provided by the UCAS

Steps to Apply for Graduate School

To apply to a postgraduate programme at UWS, follow these steps:

Go to ssb.uws.ac.uk/BANProd/zoadm online app.p find programme?p school=/ ssb.uws.ac.uk/BANProd/zoadm and choose your preferred programme.
Click 'Search' to choose your postgraduate programme from the options presented below, then click 'Apply.'
Select the method of study, the campus, and the anticipated start date. Select 'Confirm.'
Confirm if you already have a UWS application system number or whether this is your first time applying. If you choose 'No' from the drop-down, you must generate a login id and PIN.
After you've created your login id and PIN, you'll need to finish filling out your application form by adding personal information
After you've filled in all of your information, go to the following step to submit your papers and personal statement.
Check all of your information before submitting your application for review.

Note: Portal for Applications: online application
Application Fee: NA

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Documents Required to Apply to University of the West of Scotland

Qualification certificates
English language proficiency test certificates(IELTS & TOEFL are mandatory for Indian students)
A signed academic reference on headed paper
CV
Proof of funding (if required)
Copy of Passport
Visa/CAS statement (if held)
Statement of Purpose for UK
UCAS Personal Statement for UG applicants.
Statement of Purpose for PG applicants.
One or two Letters of Recommendation, depending on the program
Video about personal statement
Video about credibility interviews

Exams Accepted By the University

The course-wise requirements for overseas candidates are as follows:

Transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required
Statement of Purpose	Required	Required	Required	Required
Academic qualifications	3 year- Ordinary, 4 year- Hons with minimum 60% UG degree	3 year- Ordinary, 4 year- Hons with minimum 60% UG degree	3 year- Ordinary, 4 year- Hons with minimum 60% UG degree	3 year- Ordinary, 4 year- Hons with minimum 60% UG degree
CAS	Required	Required	Required	Required
GMAT score	Not required	Not required	Not required	Not required

English Proficiency Requirement

All the International students are expected to clear the exam and present their TOEFL, IELTS, CAE,CPE, or PTE scores to prove their English Proficiency. Check out the University of the West of Scotland English Language Requirements mentioned below:

TOEFL IBT	Overall: 78, Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening:17	Overall: 78, Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening:17	Overall: 78, Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening:17
PTE	Overall 61	Overall 61	Overall 61
CAE	176 overall, no sub-test less than 169	176 overall, no sub-test less than 169	176 overall, no sub-test less than 169
CPE	176 overall, no sub-test less than 169	176 overall, no sub-test less than 169	176 overall, no sub-test less than 169
IELTS	IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5	IELTS 6.0, In case of no skill below, 5.5	IELTS 6.5 with no aptitude below 6.0

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International Students

% of international students in the university

15.07

Total International Students in the university

3000

Alumni

A broad network of 120,000+ graduates from over 100 countries makes up the UWS alumni. A number of graduates have top positions in academia, politics, business, and the media. Alumni of the University of the West of Scotland are eligible for a variety of benefits, including 10% reduction in tuition fees, Free access to the campus library and Discounts on lodging. Notable UWS Alumni include:

Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, Shamshad Akhtar
Nuclear physicist, engineer, and farmer Gilbert Ronald Bainbridge
Willie Rennie, Member of the Scottish Parliament for North East Fife and Leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats
Former Scottish rugby international and British and Irish Lions captain Gavin Hastings
Iranian politician Mohammad Bagher Nobakht
Majid Haq plays cricket for Scotland's national squad.

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Campus

Number of campuses the university has
5

Campus locations
London

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Transportation in the city

The Ayr Campus lies on Scotland's west coast, while the Dumfries Campus is two miles from the town center and the Hamilton Campus is in Lanarkshire.

Paisley campus is two miles from Glasgow airport and ten minutes by rail from the city center. The Hamilton campus is 15 minutes by train from Glasgow, while the Ayr campus is 40 minutes by vehicle or train from Glasgow. Dumfries campus is accessible via bus from the city center. London is roughly a 5-hour train ride from Glasgow.

Services offered by the university

Around 10,000 students attend Paisley Campus, which is divided into four academic schools: Business, Computing, Social Sciences, Engineering and Science, Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.
Ayr Campus is one of the most environmentally friendly and sophisticated instructional facilities in the UK. The award-winning library on campus is one of Scotland's best.
Lanarkshire Campus is Scotland's new ultramodern university campus, located in Hamilton.
The Dumfries Campus is the University of Washington's smallest campus, yet it is a unique multi-institution site set inside the picturesque Crichton estate. A historic 85-acre parkland estate located about two miles from Dumfries city center. The campus offers cutting-edge instructional facilities and is now housed in five historic structures.
The next-generation London Campus, located in the historic London Docklands, offers a spectacular atrium, bright and airy teaching and learning areas, and panoramic views of London.

Student life

Student Association of the University of the West of Scotland (SAUWS) is a non-profit and democratic student organization that represents around 13,500 students matriculating at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS).

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On campus accomodation

Paisley, Lanarkshire, Central London, Dumfries, and Ayr are among the university's five campuses in West Scotland. Each University of the West of Scotland campus has something distinctive to offer, from the buzz and bustle of Scotland's cities to the stunning mountain summits and peaceful glens.

On-campus accommodation is strongly suggested since it is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, live near to the institution, and maintain a healthy study-life balance. On-campus housing is offered at the University of Western Scot`land's AYR and Paisley campuses.

The facilities and amenities available at these locations include

All utility bills and content insurance
Broadband and Wi-Fi
On-site team
Ample storage for students’ belongings
On-site laundry facility
Modern, well-equipped kitchen
En-suite shower rooms
Parcel storage
Security on-site

To get an estimate on accommodation cost, refer to the table below:

Type of Accommodation	Room Details	Cost in INR	Cost in GBP
En-suite rooms Ayr and Storie Street	2 person flats, non-ensuite double, Lady Lane and George Street	4,11,700.78	4,332
Studio flats	In the Ayr Residence and one-bedroom flats in George Street and Lady Lane	6,01,775.01	6,332
Two-bedroom flat	Non-ensuite, single room George Street and Lady Lane	3,50,306.81	3,686

Faculty

University Faculty:Student Ratio

1:17

University Faculty Stats

The University has 3500 international students, and 140 nationalities are represented across their student population. The estimated number currently working for academic staff in the university is 1300.

Opportunities

Research opportunities at university

PURE is the University's research information management system, which offers UWS with a single source of research data. It's used to keep track of and manage research projects, including research outputs, grant applications, conference contributions, external impact, and personnel profiles.

The University's research accomplishments are many, and a lightweight wheelchair created in collaboration with UWS professors recently assisted Phoenix Instinct in winning a $1 million global competition award.
The University's research was also recently recognized at the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2020, where it won an award for pioneering AI drone collaboration. The project team, which included UWS, Thales, and CENSIS, a Scottish sensors and imaging innovation hub, won first place in the extremely competitive 'knowledge exchange/transfer initiative.'
The School of Computing, Engineering, and Physical Sciences have researchers working on anything from fundamental science to industrial applications. As a Ph.D. student, you may join one of the research groups, where you will work on cutting-edge research and contribute to the growth of knowledge.

Internship opportunities (Part time job opportunities)

Under the tier 4 visa, overseas students are permitted to work at the institution. Tier 4 students are permitted to work under the following conditions:

If a student is enrolled in a degree programme or higher, he or she may work up to 20 hours a week throughout the school year.
Students seeking credentials below the degree level may work up to 10 hours per week throughout the school year.
Students are permitted to work full-time outside of class hours. Vacations and the period before a course begins are considered out of term.
Internships are also permitted for international students if their subject requires it. This is only possible if they hold a Tier 4 visa.

Placement - Companies and average salaries offered

One of the distinctive aspects of UWS placement is their programme, which aims to better prepare our students by providing them with experience in their chosen industry while they are still studying. Placement is a requirement of UWS professional registration programmes in Nursing, Teaching, and Social Work.

Rolls-Royce, GSK (GlaxoSmithKline), Balfour Beatty, IBM, Hilton, BBC, Channel 4, Network Rail, HP (Hewlett-Packard), Standard Life, and others are among the potential employers for the University of the West of Scotland graduates.

The following is a list of the highest-paid University of the West of Scotland graduates, according to their profiles:

Degree	Salary in INR	Average Salary ( in GBP)
Executive Management & Change	5,512,152.66	58,000
IT & Software Development	4,656,818.62	49,000
Financial Services	6,652,598.03	70,000
Engineering	3,801,484.59	40,000
Sales and Business Development	5,322,078.43	56,000
Marketing, Product & Communications	4,751,855.74	50,000

Contact

Links

University Website International University Website University Brochure

international@uws.ac.uk

Address

University of the West of Scotland Paisley Campus Paisley PA1 2BE Scotland United Kingdom

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FAQs

1. What is the University of the West of Scotland Acceptance Rate?
There are around 17,000 students from more than 70 countries worldwide, with an acceptance rate of 27.29% international students.

2. What are the University of the West of Scotland fees for international students?
It ranges from 11,035.85 GBP to 13,582.59 GBP (1,048,815.34-1,29.30,850.16 INR)

3. What makes UWS unique?
UWS is ranked among the top 100 universities in the United Kingdom. It is well-known for providing students with several chances and prospects for academic growth. The University of Washington has had a significant impact on the region's social, economic, and cultural growth.

4. Is the University of Washington a recognized institution?
UWS is a Title IV authorized institution that is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). NWCCU is also a Council for Higher Education Accreditation-accredited institution (CHEA).

5. What are the popular majors at the University of the West of Scotland?
Some of the most popular majors at the University of the West of Scotland are Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering, Chemistry, Cinematics & Photography and Civil Engineering.