University of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow is a research-led university offering education, research and community programs in Scotland and internationally.

gla.ac.uk
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About University of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow website is the official site of a research-led university in Scotland. It provides information on undergraduate and postgraduate study, short courses, research, campus life, and ways to connect with the university, including alumni, business and innovation, and contact pages. The stated aims are to provide education within a research environment, to carry out fundamental, strategic and applied research, and to contribute to local, regional, national and international communities.

The site describes a diverse community of students and staff from more than 140 countries. Its homepage states that the university is ranked in the world top 100 and in the top 30 universities for sustainability. These are the university's own claims, and the homepage does not name the ranking sources. The site uses analytics cookies, which visitors can switch on or off. The cookie notice states that analytics data is anonymised.

Key features

  • Information on undergraduate and postgraduate study, subjects and open days
  • Part-time undergraduate study and online postgraduate programmes
  • Short courses, microcredentials and continuing professional development listings
  • Scholarships and funding information for students
  • Research Beacons, research units and Centres for Doctoral Training details
  • Alumni, business and innovation, and staff and service contact pages
Best for: Prospective students, researchers and professionals who want to explore study, research and continuing education options at a Glasgow-based UK university.
Good for
  • Lists a wide range of study routes, including part-time, online and short course options
  • Provides separate sections for undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral research
  • Includes a scholarships and funding section for students

University of Glasgow at a glance

Official website
gla.ac.uk
Type
Institution
Platforms
Web
Language
English
Country
GB
Good for
Students
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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University of Glasgow FAQ

Does the site list online study options?
Yes. The site lists online postgraduate programmes, online open courses that do not carry credit, and online short courses.
Where can I find information on scholarships and funding?
The site has a Scholarships and funding section that describes the financial support available. It also lists several funded PhD scholarships under Centres for Doctoral Training.
How does the site use cookies?
The site uses necessary cookies for core functions, which can only be disabled through browser settings. It also uses analytics cookies from Google Analytics and Clarity, which can be switched on or off. The cookie notice states that this data is anonymised.
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