University of the West of Scotland : Admissions, Courses & Fees Details

Overview

Times Higher Education Rankings

601–800

Total Students

19000

Total No. of International Students

4000+

Acceptance Rate

27.33%

Application Fees

EUR 25 (2652.37 INR)

The University of the West of Scotland is one of the most prominent modern universities in Scotland which aims to have a transformational influence on the economic, social and cultural development of the West of Scotland, and beyond, by providing relevant, high quality, inclusive higher education and innovative and valuable research. We aim to make the communities we serve more successful and to create opportunities for all to participate.

The University of West Scotland is ranked 120 in the Guardian University UK Rankings. The institute has four campuses across the west and southwest of Scotland at Ayr, Dumfries, Paisley and the new Lanarkshire campus, and one new campus in London, the University of the West of Scotland, has a distinctive and important regional role.

Why Choose University of the West of Scotland?

The University of the West of Scotland aims to have a transformational influence on the economic, social and cultural development of the west of Scotland and beyond. Every year the University of the West of Scotland welcomes hundreds of international students into their lively and diverse scholastic community. Few reasons the University of the West of Scotland is an excellent choice for international students:

Ranking and Reputation

The University of the West of Scotland is acknowledged as being in the top 600 universities worldwide by Times Higher Education (THE) in their World University Rankings 2022. The University of the West of Scotland was ranked in the world’s top 150 universities under 50 years of age in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2022.

Teaching and Research Excellence

University of the West of Scotland offers a range of career-focused undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree opportunities across four academic schools. Their vocational degree courses combine industry and professional input to help evolve your insight and knowledge to prepare you for a career in your chosen field or discipline.

The Unique Locations

University of the West of Scotlands’ campuses are located within historic townlets that allow easy commuting to large cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh. Scotland's arts and cultural scene are second to none. With plenty of galleries, art galleries, bars, clubs and malls, there are entertainment options for everyone. Each location has its essence, architecture and social scene. Whether you choose an urban or rural environment, campuses offer modern housing, varied extra-curricular activities and excellent teaching and study facilities.

Excellent Student Support Services

The institute offers a wide variety of comprehensive student support services to provide advice, support and guidance when needed. Their campus-based student service teams provide careers and employability guidance, study skills, disability services, counselling, funding and money advice.

Societies

The university has a range of student-run communities representing courses, culture, hobbies and interests, from Chemical Engineering, Midwifery and Zoological societies to Christian and Muslim students’ associations and the ever-popular Beer Appreciation Society.

International Student Support

University of the West of Scotland has a very dedicated team of International Student Advisers (ISAs) to help students moving to the UK. They help you prepare for your time at UWS and support your studies. ISAs offer tailored guidance, including visa and immigration advice, and can answer finance and general welfare questions.

Key Features

The university ranks in the top universities for excellent teaching research-based programmes in Scotland.

Here is the list of some more key features below:

One of Scotland's largest and most innovative modern universities
4 campuses across the west and southwest of Scotland, with one campus in central London.
Offers 72 undergraduate and postgraduate courses each
Ranked in the top 3 universities in Scotland for teaching quality
140 European partners
Free UWS gym membership for all students
Winner of the student support team of the year (Herald Higher Education Awards, 2017).
The estimated full-time salary for undergraduate and postgraduate student is range from £30000 - £40000 per year .

University of the West of Scotland Courses & Fees

Course Fees

UG Fees: 2266000 INR

PG Fees: 1751000 INR

University of the West of Scotland Courses

Around 140 undergraduate and graduate-level courses in a variety of subjects are available through the university. The students have the option to take a variety of research-focused classes that mix in-class education with practical application. Students also have access to various tools and learning opportunities to support their academic and personal development outside the degree programmes.

The list of the courses available at the University of the West of Scotland is mentioned below.

BSc Mental Health Nursing

You'll gain the knowledge, skills, practical experience and confidence to treat complex health and mental health needs, with a recovery-focused approach. This degree consists of 50% theory and 50% work-based learning, allowing you to put the theory you learn into practice in real life clinical environments. Theory is delivered in a hybrid model, blending online and campus-based delivery to support your application of theory to clinical practice.

DURATION

3 Years
FEES

GB£54,000
EXAMS
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BA (Hons) International Business

Covering topics ranging from daily operations to marketing strategies, this programme will increase your understanding of a range of core business principles and equip you with the critical skills to solve a variety of challenges that many business face today making you a valuable asset in the workplace.

DURATION

4 Years
FEES

GB£62,000
EXAMS
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BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

The BSc (Hons) Forensic Science degree will prepare you for a career in a vital role in the UK and international criminal justice systems through recent advances in analytical sciences and genetics as you will develop expertise in crime scene examination and the scientific examination of recovered materials.

DURATION

4 Years
FEES

GB£72,000
EXAMS
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BA (Hons) Events Management

You'll learn about managing projects, budgets and risk management and other operational skills needed to stage events and will develop your understanding of the important role that events have in communities at a local national and international level. You will learn ways that events can be managed to achieve sustainability goals and have a positive impact on society.

DURATION

4 Years
FEES

GB£62,000
EXAMS
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BA (Hons) Education

This degree is designed to equip you with the skills to work effectively within a primary school setting and will provide you with a broad-based education in contemporary subjects.This degree provides a broad base in contemporary subjects and will provide you with the necessary skills to become an effective primary school teacher

DURATION

4 Years
FEES

GB£62,000
EXAMS
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Admission Criteria

Intake’s deadline

UG: Jan 25, 2024, PG: UWS

To secure your seat at the University of the West of Scotland, one must have a good academic profile. It accepts students having more than 27.33% in their higher secondary for undergraduate and more than 27.33% in postgraduate courses.

The English proficiency test score is accepted for the application. The university also accepts the Duolingo test. Work experience in relative fields facilitates the application. It increases the application shortlisting possibilities and receiving an offer letter from the University.

Students can check the table below to know the admission criteria of the University of the West of Scotland:

University of the West of Scotland Entry Requirements
Eligibility	Undergraduate	Post Graduate	Doctorate (PhD)
Academics	Above 3.2 GPA	Above 3.2 GPA	Above 3.2 GPA
IELTS	Above 5.5	Above 5.5	Above 5.5
TOEFL	Above 78	Above 78	Above 78
PTE	Above 59	Above 59	Above 59
Duolingo	90-115	90-115	90-115
LOR	Required	Required	Required
Work Experience	Accepted	Accepted	Accepted

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University of the West of Scotland Scholarships

It’s an investment in your future to pay for college. Fortunately, a tonne of financial aid is available to assist students in covering the expense of their studies. This includes scholarships for students from Scotland, the rest of the UK (English, Welsh, and Northern Irish), the Republic of Ireland, EU/EEA members, and international (non-EU) students39 bursaries to aid with living costs. Some of the best Scholarships provided by the university for undergraduate and postgraduate students are mentioned below:

S.No.	Scholarship Name	Max Scholarship amount
1	UWS Global Scholarships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students	£1500
2	UWS Postgraduate Tuition Fee Offer	10% discount on tuition fees
3	UWS Sport Scholarship	A financial award (travel, equipment etc.), Subsidised Sports science, sports medicine and strength and conditioning support, Educational workshop programme, Academic Liaison, Team UWS Branded clothing, Free access to UWS sports facilities.