Nigeria
In 1913, the University welcomed the first Nigerian student to study Medicine. Since then thousands more have studied at both undergraduate and postgraduate level in a wide range of subject areas and we currently have over 100 Nigerian students studying with us. The University also has an International Officer based in Nigeria to provide applicants with information and advice on the University and how to apply.
One of our most notable alumnus is Oladele Adebayo Ajose, who joined the University to study medicine in 1927. Ajose later graduated with an MB ChB in 1932, taking the Diploma in Public Health in 1935 and proceeding to an MD in 1939. He was the founder of the British Red Cross Society in Nigeria (late the Nigerian Red Cross Society) and founded the Infectious Disease Hospital in Lagos. In later life he became Vice Chancellor of Ife University (now Obafemi Awolowo University) in 1961 and retired from there in 1966.
Undergraduate entry requirements
WAEC Senior School Certificate
The University will consider students who gained all As and Bs in WAEC Senior School Certificate for direct entry into year 1. Students who have taken a recognised foundation or access programme or equivalent will also be considered.
A-levels and International Baccalaureate Diploma
See the Undergraduate degree programmes for specfic A-levels and International Baccalaureate Diploma entry requirements.
American Curriculum
Students applying with American qualifications (SAT/ACT/AP) should refer to the USA country page
Glasgow International College
A pass on a recognised foundation programme. Our partner, Glasgow International College offers preparation courses to international students who wish to study with us but do not meet our academic entry requirements.
For information about admission to Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine or Nursing
- Dentistry: med-sch-dental-ug@glasgow.ac.uk
- Medicine: med-sch-admissions@glasgow.ac.uk
- Veterinary Medicine: vet-sch-admissions@glasgow.ac.uk
- Nursing: nursing-sch-admissions@glasgow.ac.uk
View our Undergraduate degree programmes
Postgraduate taught entry requirements
We will consider applications to Masters degrees from graduates holding an upper second class honours degree from a national university. In some cases we may consider a lower second class honours degree for entry.
Postgraduate English Language Requirements
The University will waive the requirement to sit an English language test to applicants who meet the following requirements:
- WAEC English at Grade C6 or higher
and
- Upload an 2019 English Language Test Waiver form completed by their graduating university
View our Postgraduate taught degree programmes to find out more about our postgraduate taught entry requirements
Scholarships
Undergraduate
- University of Glasgow funding
- College of Science and Engineering Deans' Award
- Confucius Institute Scholarships with Nankai University
- Nursing International Scholarship
- School of Computing Science: Faster Route International Excellence Scholarships
- University of Glasgow/Glasgow International College Achievement Award
- External funding
Postgraduate
- University of Glasgow funding
- College of Science and Engineering Deans' Award
- Confucius Institute Scholarships with Nankai University
- Adam Smith Business School Scholarship (IDP)
- Adam Smith Business School Scholarship (Nigeria)
- Adam Smith Discount
- African Excellence Scholarship (UKEAS)
- DAVID LIVINGSTONE MSc INFECTION BIOLOGY FULL FEE WAIVER SCHOLARSHIP
- School of Computing Science: International Excellence Awards
- School of Geographical and Earth Sciences: PGT Excellence Awards
- University of Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship
- University of Glasgow African Excellence Fee Waiver
- University of Glasgow Chancellors Award
- University of Glasgow Chancellors Award (Nigeria)
Prospective Student Information Sessions
The University of Glasgow is pleased to invite all prospective students to online information sessions which will be dedicated to answering your questions about joining #TeamUofG.
The team will give a presentation covering the application process, entry requirements and student life. There will be time at the end of the presentation for you to ask questions.
Click the relevant link below to book your place.
Study Abroad and Exchange opportunities at Glasgow
We welcome over 1500 students every year via the long-established Study Abroad and exchange programmes
University of Ibadan, Nigeria
- MVLS (research)
Information for incoming participants: Study Abroad and exchange at Glasgow
University of Lagos (UNILAG), Nigeria
- MVLS (research)
Information for incoming participants: Study Abroad and exchange at Glasgow
If you want to come to Glasgow for a year abroad and your country does not have an existing agreement please look at our incoming Study Abroad Programme options
Meet Us
Students who choose to be counselled by an agency should expect the following standards of service:
- Representatives will support students throughout the application process, providing advice and assistance in the preparation/submission of documents. It is, however, the applicant who must remain ultimately responsible for their account and the management of communications.
- Representatives will have full access to student data contained within the application form and may manage a student application by discussing all aspects of the application with the University of Glasgow.
- Representatives should be honest and accurate in communicating information about the University to the student and vice versa. At no time should representatives disseminate false or misleading information to the student or to the University.
- Representatives will conduct themselves with fairness and integrity at all times and are subject to a rigorous selection and ongoing training process by the University of Glasgow.
- Representatives are paid by the University for their services and will not pass on charges to prospective students.
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We would be happy to welcome you to our historic main campus in the heart of Glasgow, where we host open days and campus tours for you to experience our University in person. For more information, go to: http://www.gla.ac.uk/about/visit/.
Contact Us
Ajoke Olakunle, International Officer (based in Lagos, Nigeria)
ajoke.olakunle@glasgow.ac.uk
+234 (0) 909 895 3402
Pamela Armstrong, Senior International Officer (based in Glasgow)
pamela.armstrong.2@glasgow.ac.uk
+44 (0)141 330 1960
Adri Hortobagyi, International Recruitment Coordinator (based in Glasgow)
adrienn.hortobagyi@glasgow.ac.uk
+44 (0)141 330 8764
International Summer School
INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL 2021
Our International Summer School is an excellent introduction to studying at a world renowned university. Applications for the 2021 summer school are now open (applications close on 20 April 2021).
Summer study allows you to:
- Explore a particular topic in more depth
- Experience teaching from world-class academic staff
- Supplement your studies and gain international experience and credits at a world-class university
