Why choose the University of Glasgow?

Deciding which university to go to can be difficult but here at the University of Glasgow we have a lot to offer. We;

• have a reputation for academic excellence
• are ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities
• offer flexible degree programmes from more than 800 undergraduate course options across a broad range of disciplines
• are a member of the Russell Group - the UK equivalent of America's Ivy League
• boast some impressive Alumni from the 'father of economics' Adam Smith to the 'pioneer of television' John Logie Baird
• are in the UK top 20 for the highest proportion of graduate level jobs and the highest graduate salaries (Sunday Times University Guide, 2011)

As a University of Glasgow student you will join a student population of over 20,000, from more than 100 countries, who all benefit from;

• a wide range of student services including an on-site General Practitioner (GP), a Student Counselling and Advisory Service, Residential Services and much more
• first-class facilities for sport and recreation
• studying in one of Europe's best libraries

Why study in the city of Glasgow?

Living here and studying at the University of Glasgow adds up to one of the UK's best student experiences so it's no wonder that our students are some of the most satisfied. We're rated 5th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey, 2011).

Whatever you're into, you'll probably find it in Glasgow.

• Renowned live music scene - crowned the UK's first UNESCO City of Music in 2008 and hosts over 130 concerts a week in a great range of venues, such as King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, o2 Academy, Barrowlands and the SECC
• One of the best club, pub and bar scenes in the UK - attracting top live acts
• Convenient location - if you enjoy getting 'out and about' Glasgow's ideally situated to explore all that Scotland has to offer, with Ireland, England, Wales and Europe also on our doorstep
• A wealth of arts and cultural venues along with a vast array of festivals from music to art, comedy to literature and everything in between
• Excellent infrastructure system - including three international airports, an underground and overground train system, and a wealth of other public transport options
• Excellent shopping - Glasgow's 'Style Mile' is second only to London for savvy shoppers
• Award-winning restaurants - Brian Maule's 'Chardon d'Or' and Gordon Ramsay's 'Amaryllis'  to name a couple as well as a host of reasonably priced fine-dining experiences

The Glaswegian reputation for friendliness means that, wherever you come from, it's easy to treat Glasgow as your second home. While our campus provides the perfect haven for study, the city is only a stone's throw away and offers plenty of ways to enjoy your spare time whether you're into music, festivals, shopping, culture or sport.

Register for the University of Glasgow June Open Day 2012 and find out first-hand what a great city Glasgow really is or investigate further and discover the city in our website's student life section.

Get involved at Glasgow

Everyone needs a break from studying and you'll find plenty of fun things to do day and night at the University. Here are just some of the services available and activities you can get involved in.

Aside from academic excellence the social aspects of being a University of Glasgow student are pretty good too! When you're not in lectures, there's a wide range of activities to get involved in across the campus.

The University offers many opportunities to get involved in student life. You could;

• Join one of our two (yes, two) Student Unions, both offering endless hours of entertainment
• Take advantage of state-of-the-art sport and recreation facilities, 46 sports clubs, and over 60 exercise classes a week
• Become a member of one of over 100 clubs and societies or start your own – an ideal way to make new friends
• Make a difference by standing for election in the Students’ Representative Council
• Become a Student Ambassador and assist at Open Days and Campus Visits
• Volunteer on one of our student media - the weekly Glasgow University Guardian newspaper, the quarterly Glasgow University Magazine, Subcity radio and Glasgow University Television

These are just a few of the ways you can make your time at the University as fulfilling and exciting as possible. Life at the University of Glasgow is about more than just getting a degree.

Interested? Want to find out more? Register for the University of Glasgow June Open Day 2012 or visit our About Us page for more information about the University and links to useful resources.

Getting the most from your Open Day visit

There will be lots to see and do at the University of Glasgow June Open Day 2012 and it's easy to feel like it's all too much. The day runs from 9.30am to 3pm and is flexible so you can pick and choose talks, tours and activities as suits you best.

Staff in all academic disciplines will be present on Open Day and available for any questions you may have about studying at the University of Glasgow. You will also be able to speak to staff about finance, student life, and careers and get the chance to have a look around the library, sports facilities and accommodation.

Please note that staff from both the School of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Dentistry will be available at the University’s main campus, providing presentations and staffing stands throughout the event. 

In our experience people who plan their day in advance often feel they have made the most of their visit and to help you do this the event brochure will be available for download on our Open Day page soon so please check back regularly, 'like us' on Facebook or 'follow us' on Twitter to keep up-to-date and be the first to know when the brochure is released.

Take a look at our self-guided tour and explore our beautiful and historic campus.

The Disability Service can provide mobility scooters on Open Day for those who require assistance.

• How to get here
• Getting around Glasgow
• Accommodation
• Hotel Booking Service

Overnight accommodation

The Conference & Visitor Services Office (CVSO) will be offering special rates for overnight accommodation for our June Open Day event. This is an excellent opportunity to experience student accommodation first-hand and to explore the city of Glasgow.

Glasgow is one of Europe’s most exciting destinations, combining the vibrancy and sophistication of a great international city with friendly people and a sense of style which is second to none. 

To find out more about accommodation available through CVSO, please visit www.glasgow.ac.uk/cvso, then click on the accommodation link and residences enquiry form to make an enquiry. When completing the online booking form, please quote Open Day in the space marked reference code to receive the special reduced rates.  

• £20.75 (per person/per night) for standard, single room accommodation at Cairncross House*
• £36.15 (per person/per night) for en-suite single room accommodation at Kelvinhaugh Gate*

*Subject to availability

For all enquiries about overnight accommodation, please telephone
 +44 (0) 141 330 4116/2318 or e-mail: vacationaccom@glasgow.ac.uk

Don't forget to Register for the University of Glasgow June Open Day 2012 for your chance to experience what the University and city have to offer.