History
Over the last five centuries and more, we’ve constantly worked to push the boundaries of what’s possible. We’ve fostered the talents of seven Nobel laureates, two Prime Ministers and Scotland’s inaugural First Minister. We’ve welcomed Albert Einstein to give a lecture on the origins of the general theory of relativity.
Education
The University of Glasgow offers a range of online postgraduate programmes and short courses as well as free MOOCs (massive online open courses).
Research
Our Research Beacons are cross-disciplinary areas of excellence that bring together inspiring researchers to address grand challenges.
Our world-leading biomedical researchers are at the forefront of developing new treatments and diagnostics for chronic diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis and stroke, and our research informs policies and practices to improve individual and population health, and reduce inequalities.
Career
Your career journey is unique, and we encourage you to engage in career thinking early to understand your own preferences, explore career paths and develop your skills and experience. The guide can help you to get started.
Distance Learning Courses
Business & Management (14)
- Microcredential An Introduction to Information Management
- Microcredential Change Management
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Data Analytics for Government
- Microcredential Data-Driven Leadership Skills
- Microcredential Datavisualization - Graphics for Impact
- Certificate Introduction to rural entrepreneurship
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Laboratory Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Leadership in Health and Social Care
- Certificate Leading Successful Teams
- Certificate Leading Successful Teams
- M.Sc. Online Marketing
- Microcredential Practical Project Management
- Certificate Project Management
Medicine & Health (13)
- Postgraduate Certificate Advanced Lymphoedema Management
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Advanced Practice in Veterinary Nursing
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Animal Nutrition
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Clinical Critical Care
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Global Mental Health (Online)
- MSc/MSc (Research)/P Health-Professions Education - Health-Professions Education (With Research)
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Laboratory Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Leadership in Health and Social Care
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Palliative Care
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Positive Behaviour Support
- MPH/PgDip/PgCert Public Health (Online)
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Sport and Exercise Science and Medicine
Education & Training (8)
- M.Ed. Academic Practice
- M.Ed. Education
- Doctorate Education (Research)
- M.Ed. Educational Leadership
- MSc/MSc (Research)/P Health-Professions Education - Health-Professions Education (With Research)
- M.Sc. Museum Education
- M.Sc. Online Education
Social Sciences (8)
- Certificate Cultural heritage skills for business
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert End of Life Studies
- M.Sc. Global Gender History
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Global Mental Health (Online)
- Certificate Impact of Trauma on Mental Health
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Positive Behaviour Support
- M.Sc. Psychology (conversion)
Computer Science & IT (6)
- Microcredential An Introduction to Information Management
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Data Analytics (Online)
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Data Analytics for Government
- Microcredential Data-Driven Leadership Skills
- Microcredential Datavisualization - Graphics for Impact
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (3)
Humanities (3)
- M.Litt. Creative Writing
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert End of Life Studies
- M.Sc. Global Gender History
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Sport and Exercise Science and Medicine
- Certificate Sustainable tourism
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- MSc/PgDip/PgCert Animal Nutrition
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- M.Sc. Museum Education
Engineering & Technology (1)
- Certificate Technology and Skills For Engineering The Future
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- MSc / PgDip / PgCert Data Analytics for Government
Housing services
The University of Glasgow's Campus Development programme is a 21 billion investment in our estate over ten years to expand our world class campus and facilities.
We are redeveloping the 14 acre site of the former Western Infirmary to build a mix of modern research, teaching and public spaces.
Our Campus Development Programme will mean the University remains a centre for world-renowned research as well as a vibrant community hub and centre for public engagement.
For students looking to live off-campus, Amber Student has stepped in to offer a home away from home, providing affordable, safe, and hygienic student accommodation in Glasgow.
Library services
The Library is supported by Central Services. The University Library has 2,546 student study space with over 800 computers all with wi-fi access. Online access is available 24/7. A collection of over 1.5 million books and access to over 31,000 journals
ICT services
Computer clusters
- Locations
- Library PC availability (also available through the Information Services Web App)
- Where to save your work
Printing
- Student printing
- Antivirus
- Office 365
Purchasing and downloads
- Rules for use of software
Hardware
- Purchasing PCs, laptops and tablets
Medical services
The Health, Safety & Wellbeing, committed to ensuring that working and studying at the University of Glasgow is as healthy, safe and beneficial for your overall wellbeing, and that of the environment, as possible. We have a variety of professional and clinical specialists who can offer you a range of advice, guidance, training and clinical services.
Campus life
We have three friendly student residences in Dumfries, all open to undergraduate and postgraduate students at the Dumfries Campus.
The Dumfries Hall is ten minutes walk from the main teaching buildings, at the edge of the campus.
Brooke House and Laurieknowe are closer to Dumfries town centre.
All our residences offer modern, self-catering accommodation made up of spacious single, en-suite study bedrooms.
Sports facilities
- Over 350 group exercise classes every month
- REVOLVE indoor cycling studio
- Pulse cardio suite
- PowerPlay strength suite
- 25m swimming pool
- Sauna & steam room
- Drop-in sport sessions
- Squash courts & sports halls
- Over 50 sports clubs (full student membership only)
Student clubs
The SRC’s main responsibility is to represent the students of the University, and this means all students. Whether you are a mature student, an international student, part-time, doing a post-graduate qualification or straight from school, the SRC works for your interests.
The SRC is a student-led organisation, run by a council which includes 30 student members and an executive formed by sabbatical and non-sabbatical officers. All registered students of the University have the right to vote and can stand for elections, which usually take place in October and March every year.
We are triple accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA
