Libya
The University of Glasgow has been a popular choice with students from Libya since the 1960s. The first student from Libya arrived at the University in 1961 to study medicine.
In addition to Glasgow’s historic reputation as a prestigious research-led university, students from Libya are also attracted by the city’s diverse cultural heritage, renowned architecture and the Libyan School in the city. There are currently around 45 students from Libya at Glasgow, studying at all levels and across all Colleges.
Contact Us
Helen Templar, International Officer (Middle East and Africa)
+44 (0)141 330 7010
helen.templar@glasgow.ac.uk
Helen-Marie Clayton, Senior International Officer (Middle East and Africa)
+44 (0)141 330 1960
helen.clayton@glasgow.ac.uk
Jennifer Gazzard, International Recruitment Coordinator (Middle East and Africa)
+44 (0)141 330 7757
jennifer.gazzard@glasgow.ac.uk
Meet us in Libya
You can find details of our future visits to Libya on our Travel Schedule. If there are no visits scheduled at this time, please contact one of our International Representatives based in your country.
Student Network
If you would like to speak to a current student about studying at the University and living in Glasgow then please use our Student Network service. This is a great way to get the inside information about what it's like to be a student at Glasgow.
Interested students are also welcome to get in touch with the Muslim Student Association, one of the over 150 clubs and socities that the University of Glasgow has to offer!
Factsheet for applicants from the Middle East
You can find out more information specifically for students from the Middle East by downloading our Middle East Factsheet in Arabic or English.
Movies about the University
You can watch movies about the University including student life and studying with us on our Student Life page.
We also offer a Welcome Service at Glasgow Airport for all new international students in September. You can find out more by watching our Airport Arrival video.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate
The University will consider students who have successfully completed a recognised foundation programme or access programme, as well as those students who have studied GCE A Levels or the International Baccalaureate. There is no direct entry with the Libyan Secondary Education Certificate.
Postgraduate Taught
We will consider holders of a Libyan Bachelors degree with a grade of 'Very Good' or over 75% but you will need at least a qualifying year before you can be considered for admission to Postgraduate study. We will also accept Higher Diplomas for masters in Engineering provided there is evidence of professional work experience post-graduation.
Partnerships with Libyan Institutions
The University works closely with Al-Fatah University and the Higher Institute of Industry, Misurata.