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Life at Glasgow

How to survive your first month in Glasgow: packing, weather and finding your way

UofG students Jessica, Shounak and Yessi share their experiences of settling into Glasgow, preparing for the unpredictable weather and getting to grips with the Glaswegian accent. Press play to listen to the episode now!

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Why study at Glasgow?

Learn more about studying at a world top 100 university
Check out our student vlogs on all aspects of life at UofG, including top tips on accommodation, the best study spots on campus and what to pack in your suitcase!

Glasgow living

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UofG Student-led Information Sessions (Zoom)

Join us to hear about student life in Glasgow from current UofG students. Our students will talk through their life in Glasgow, student societies, sports, accommodation and more, with time for questions.

Get to know Glasgow

Get to Know Glasgow is a seven-step online guide to what Glasgow is like, right now, for students. Listen to our podcast and explore videos and blogs created by our undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Our campuses

Explore our main Gilmorehill campus, as well as our campuses at Garscube and Dumfries

Student community

Get involved through our four student bodies

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Student support

Our student support teams will help you make the most of your time at Glasgow

Sport

Classes, drop-in activities, courses, club sport and personal training

Careers Service

We offer professional careers advice, coaching, resources and support to help you find your dream job

International students

Our diverse University community attracts students and staff from over 140 different countries

Chat to our students

Message our student Unibuddies who are happy to answer your questions and share their honest opinions

Student Content

Find out what UofG student life is really like by watching content made by our students

Go Abroad

There are various exciting opportunities available to study or work abroad.

How to make friends at University

My biggest worries about coming to university

Meet our clubs & societies

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