About the University of West Scotland
The University of West Scotland, with origins dating back to 1897 is a popular choice for ineternational students for its long tradition, high quality education, affordable costs and close vacinity to Glasgow and other major cities in Scotland.
10 Reasons to Study at UWS
No 1 in Scotland: National Student Survey (NSS) for Chemical Engineering, #Journalism and Broadcast Production
Employment and Industry Links: With a unique combination of links with employers, practical opportunities and professional recognition, 92% of UWS students work or enter further studies within 6 months after graduating.
Research: The 2008 RAE (Research Assessment Exercise) awarded their highest rating possible of 'World Leading' six UWS research areas and 'International Excellent in a further seven.
Over 100 Years of Experience: Origins dating back to 1897
Vast Subject Range: Over 100 Bachelor (BA, BAcc, BEng, BSc) degrees, 50 + Master MA, MBA, MEd, MSc) degrees as well as Research (MRes, MPhil, PhD) degrees in Business / Education / Engineering / Computing / Health, Nursing & Midwifery / Creative Industries / Social Sciences / Science / Sport
High Student Satisfaction: Range of subjects listed in top 10 by Times_Good_University_Guide.
High Recommendation: 90% students recommend UWS to friends and family
4 Campuses: Paisley - only 20 minutes from #Glasgow and location of Glasgow International Airport, Hamilton - 24 minutes from Glasgow 1 hour from Edinburgh, Ayr - 47 minutes from Glasgow and Dumfies - 1.45 minutes from Glasgow.
Very Affordable Fees: Undergraduate and Postgraduate Fees - £10300 class based £10815 lab based.
Range of Scholarships: 25% Postgraduate Regional Scholarship for Bangladeshi students, Merit Scholarship upto 50%, 10% Early Payment Incentive for full fee paying students, Commonwealth Shared Scholarship. Besides these students can also apply for Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) and British Marshall Scholarships.
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught Degrees All UWS courses are career focused to ensure graduates gain employment as quickly as possible. Most students gain employment within the first six months after completing their course. The University aims to widen knowledge through lectures and tutorials; increase skills through practical lab and project work; and to provide the chance to gain real-world experience through exciting work placements Programmes include both class based and lab based studies at undergraduate and post garduate level as well as range of research degrees (MRes, MPhil, PhD) in: Business / Education / Engineering / Computing / Health, Nursing & Midwifery / Creative Industries / Social Sciences / Science / Sport Durations vary depending on level of entry and desired qualification. Several 3rd year entry programmes are available at undergarduate level for students with HND or equivalent. Undergraduate BA / BEng / BSc or BA(Hons) / BEng(Hons) / BSc(Hons) 3 - 4 years* Research MRes / MPhil / PhD 1 - 3 years^ *depending on desired qualification ^research degrees may take longer to complete than minimum times shown. To find out more about the programmes click on the following links: Undergraduate Programmes Year 1 Entry: 3 A levels at with a minimum of CCC + 3 GCE \'O\' levels including English and Math Some courses require better results. Some courses require additional compusory subjects. Year 2 Entry: 3 A levels at with a minimum of BBB + 3 GCE \'O\' levels including English and Math Advanced Entry Point / 3rd Year Entry Undergraduate Programmes Year 3 Entry: QA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND/Foundation Degree Postgraduate Programmes A UK Equivalent Degree for direct entry master degree or equivalent Post Graduate Diplomas available in some subjects English requirements Genreally an IELTS 6.0 with no band score below 5.5 is required. ETCS Points All Scottish universities use the ScotCAT credit system. 1 ScotCAT credit is equal to 0.5 ECTS credits and can be taken back and credited towards your degree at your home university. 1 normal module = 10 ECTS credits (20 ScotCAT credits) The amount of credits you will gain while studying at UWS depends on your length of study: 1 trimester: 3 modules = 30 ECTS credits (60 ScotCAT credits) 2 trimesters/1 academic year: 6 modules = 60 ECTS credits (120 ScotCAT credits) Start Dates: September and January Fees Note 1 Full fee paying students may be eligible for a £1,500 scholarship upon receipt of completed application with associated documentation. 2 Partner Institutions are eligible for 50% discount. 3 Fee exempt for partner institutions. 4 Full fee paying students may be eligible for a £3,500 scholarship upon receipt of complete application with associated documentation. 5 Applies to both full-time and part-time. 6 Bursaries and scholarships may be available for self-financing students. Please contact the Business School for details. For More Scholarship Opportunities Visit: Scholarships Programmes
Postgraduate PgDip / MA / MBA / MEd / MSc 1 - 2 years*Entry Requirements
Some courses require better results. Some courses require additional compusory subjects.
Exemptions/ExchangeFees and Dates
Annual Fee - Standard
Full Time
Note
Undergraduate - class based
£10,300
1
Undergraduate - lab based
£10,815
1
Postgraduate - class based
£10,300
1
Postgraduate - lab based
£10,815
1
Research
£10,820
4
PGR Completion fee
£200
5
Modular Fee - Non Standard
Note
MBA
£14,500
6
Modular Fee - Standard
Note
Class based
£1,470
Lab based
£1,555
Modular Fee - Non Standard
Note
BSc Health Studies
£1,200
Advanced Paediatric or Neonatal Practice
£925
MSc Health Studies / Nursing
£925
MSc Maternal & Child Health
£925
MSc Sensor Design
£925
CertHE Professional Fitness Practice
£500
MSc Applied Social Sciences
£925
Education CPD
£925
IT Academy modules
£925
English Language Courses
Note
English Language Foundation Course - per trimester
£2,780
English Language Summer School - 8 weeks
£1,730
2
English Language Summer School - 4 weeks
£865
3