Campus Tips

Wondering where Glasgow is, what it’s like, and how to make the most of it? Do not worry, our Student Ambassadors share their best tips for exploring the city, getting around, embracing the unpredictability of the weather, and staying on top of your studies, from assignments to your dissertation.

Meet our School of Social & Political Sciences Student Ambassadors

Check out the blogs by our previous Student Ambassadors

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Christmas theme background with student

Your ultimate guide to a joyful Christmas while studying abroad

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:53:00 GMT

Giulia, an MSc Global Security student from Italy, shares creative ways to make your first Christmas alone unforgettable. From hosting or participating in potlucks and finding travel deals to turning a new city into your home. A must read blog!

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Christmas market and student

Making the season yours: How to embrace Christmas in a new place

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:53:00 GMT

Jernie, an MSc student in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Canada, is spending her first Christmas away from home. She shares how to turn a lonely Christmas into a season of growth, joy, and new traditions.

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Christmas photoshop

Getting in the Christmas Spirit during exam season

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:53:00 GMT

Emily, an MSc Sociology student from the USA, shares her top tips for enjoying the holiday season in Glasgow, from embracing the Christmas spirit to balancing festivities with exam preparation.

Blogs by our previous student ambassadors

View of the University tower from Kelvingrove Park in the snow with headshot of smiling woman
View of the University tower from Kelvingrove Park in the snow with headshot of smiling woman

Getting to grips with the colder weather in Glasgow

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:43:00 GMT

MSc Political Communication student Abbie shares advice on getting used to Glasgow's chillier climate

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Exterior of university library with headshot of smiling woman

A guide to successfully submitting your assignments on time

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:38:00 GMT

MSc Political Communication student Noemi shares her tips for submitting assignments on time

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View down a street in Glasgow with headshot of smiling woman

Finding my favourite foods from India in Glasgow

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:07:00 GMT

Moving to Glasgow and worried you'll be craving the authentic flavours of India? You're in luck! MSc Media, Communications & International Journalism student Ritika has prepared a handy guide for you.

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Watch MSc Global Economy student Yuxing Yang's vlog about settling into life in
Glasgow

In China? Watch on Bilibili

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MSc International Relations student Shadab Ali takes us through his favourite places in the West End of Glasgow

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MSc Public Policy & Management student Laurel explores the green spaces along Glasgow's Forth & Clyde Canal, not far from UofG's west end campus

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MSc Digital Society student Man Luo shares what it's like to live in Glasgow and explore the city 

In China? Watch on Bilibili

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MSc Public Policy & Management student Laurel shares what she spends in a day studying at UofG

Tips for assignment management

Read MSc Global Economy student Yuxing Yang's advice on managing your assignments and deadlines whilst studying with us in Glasgow.

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Exterior of Gilbert Scott in the snow with headshot of smiling man

Adapting to Glasgow's weather

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:20:00 GMT

MSc International Relations student Shadab shares some advice for coping with the weather in Glasgow

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People running on a treadmill in the gym with headshot of smiling woman

Sports facilities on offer at the University of Glasgow

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:06:00 GMT

MSc Political Communication Noemi shares her experience of UofG Sport and how to make the most of it

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View inside of catering in the JMS building with headshot of smiling woman

My favourite lunch places in and around campus

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:44:00 BST

MSc Media, Communications & International Journalism student Ritika shares her favourite places to grab something to eat

Student discount tips

MSc Global Economy student Yuxing Yang's shares her best picks for student discounts around the city of Glasgow.

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MSc Global Health student Matt shares some Maltese treats he's found in Glasgow

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MSc International Relations student Shadab Ali shares how he makes use of UofG Sport facilities during his studies

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Join MSc Public Policy & Management student Laurel on an ASMR tour of the University of Glasgow campus

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MSc Global Economy student Yuxing shares what she eats in a week and how she manages her budget whilst studying abroad in Glasgow

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MSc International Relations student Shadab Ali shares his experience of exploring Glasgow during the festive break

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MSc Media, Culture & Society student Koteeswari shares how she has found community amongst the many student societies at the University of Glasgow

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MSc Public Policy & Management student Laurel shares her experience of budgeting for student life in Glasgow

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MSc Global Economy student Yuxing shares her favourite places to get different Chinese food from across China in Glasgow

View of Gilbert Scott in the snow with headshot of smiling woman
View of Gilbert Scott in the snow with headshot of smiling woman

From Class to Cosy

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:50:00 GMT

MSc Media, Communications & International Journalism student Ritika shares student-friendly tips for students to beat the winter blues in Glasgow

UofG Sport building sign with headshot of smiling woman
UofG Sport building sign with headshot of smiling woman

Making the most of UofG's sports facilities

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:58:00 GMT

Read MSc Political Communication student Abbie's guide to all things fitness at Team UofG

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Fireworks in the sky with headshot of woman in purple jumper on the right

Finding home away from home

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:44:00 BST

MSc Media, Communications & International Journalism student Ritika shares how she found community whilst studying abroad in Glasgow with the UofG Desi Society

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MSc Public Policy & Management student Laurel explores Victoria Park, a beautifully maintained green space perfect for enjoying a study break in