Scotland is Now

More than 50,000 students from over 180 different countries choose to study in Scotland every year.  More than 94% say Scotland is a “good place to be”.

Two people with kayaks on Camusdarach beach

Scotland is the most beautiful country in the world (Rough Guides)

Someone skiing on the Cairngorms

Outdoor activities

From world-class watersports and walking, to cycling and mountain climbing, the possibilities for getting active in Scotland's magnificent great outdoors are endless.

Main foyer of Kelvingrove museum and art gallery

Attractions

Scotland is filled with attractions to suit every taste and budget from iconic castles to world-class museums and art galleries.

Film locations

Scotland has been host to filming for many top films and TV shows including Outlander, Harry Potter and Skyfall and many more. In fact, the University itself is frequently used as a filming location and as a result will host the first major academic Outlander conference in June 2020!

 

Edinburgh Festival

Our top 5 events in Scotland

  1. Hogmanay
  2. TRNSMT Festival
  3. Edinburgh Festivals
  4. Burns Night
  5. Highland Games
person at the top of Ben A'an on a sunny day

Find out more

A study trip to Loch Lomond

What’s it like to study in the stunning surroundings of Loch Lomond? Third year Immunology student Lois visited UofG’s teaching and research centre SCENE for her Life Sciences Away Day, and she shares her experience of the food, facilities and activities on offer!

Road tripping to the Scottish Highlands

Did you know that the Scottish Highlands are on Glasgow’s doorstep? First year Psychology student Ella decided to swap the city for a trip to Callander with her Mum, and shows us the ‘gateway to the Highlands’.

Cat cafes, castles and Christmas Markets (Stirling)

There’s so much to see on Glasgow’s doorstep. Join 2nd year Biomedical Engineering student Sophia and her friends on a day trip to Stirling to visit the cat café, the famous Stirling castle and a local Christmas market.