Bachelor's
GBP 7,000-10,000 / year
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom
"Scotland's 1451 university on Gilmorehill in Glasgow's West End"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#79 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years; 18 months from 2027
About University of Glasgow
The University of Glasgow is a public research university in Glasgow, Scotland. It was founded in 1451 by a papal bull of Pope Nicholas V, which makes it Scotland's second-oldest university and the fourth oldest in the English-speaking world. In 1870 it moved from the High Street to Gilmorehill in the West End, where the Gilbert Scott Building and the Hunterian, Scotland's first public museum, still stand. Teaching and research are organised in four colleges: Arts and Humanities; Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences; Science and Engineering; and Social Sciences. Other sites include the Garscube Estate (Vet School and sports facilities), the Dental School, the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital campus and the Crichton Campus in Dumfries. In 2024/25 it had 38,710 students (24,300 undergraduates and 14,410 postgraduates), and about 36% of students came from outside the UK. It is a member of the Russell Group and a founding member of Universitas 21. Research income was GBP 241.1 million in 2024-25. Alumni include Adam Smith, James Watt, Lord Kelvin and Joseph Lister. Glasgow ranks 79th in QS 2026 and 83rd in THE 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#79
Ranked #79 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #80 in QS 2027, and 84th in THE 2026 and 83rd in THE 2027 (10th in the UK).
Accreditations & Memberships
Russell Group
Universitas 21 (founding member)
Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Glasgow's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
88.3#
Employer Reputation
73.5#
Faculty / Student
50.3#
Citations / Faculty
44.8#
Intl. Faculty
98.0#
Intl. Students
99.1#
Intl. Research Network
97.0#
Employment Outcomes
44.5#
Sustainability
95.4#
#
Key Facts
1451 (papal bull)
Founded
38,710 (2024/25)
Students
4
Colleges
GBP 241.1m (2024-25)
Research Income
10th
UK Rank (THE 2027)
The Hunterian
Museum
Popular Programs
Medicine (MBChB)
Computing Science
Accountancy and Finance
Veterinary Medicine
Data Analytics
Management
Application Details
UG Route
UCAS (code G28)
PG Route
Online direct application
PGT Deposit (intl)
GBP 2,000 (most PGT)
Deposit Refund Deduction
25% admin fee
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic (UG / most PGT)
|
6.5 (no subtest below 6.0) |
|
IELTS (MSc Computing Science)
|
6.5 (writing 6.0-6.5) |
|
IELTS (Medicine MBChB)
|
7.0 (7.0 in each) |
|
Admissions test (MBChB / BDS)
|
UCAT |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS) + IHS
Post-Study Work
2 yrs; 18 months from Jan 2027
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker route
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
GBP 5,000-10,000
Career Outcomes
96%
Placement Ratio
2 years; 18 months from 2027
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 5,870
Professional Staff — 4,895
International Faculty (QS) — Score 98.0 / 100
—
Notable Alumni
Adam Smith
Lord Kelvin
Joseph Lister
Nicola Sturgeon
Campus & Location
The main Gilmorehill campus sits in Glasgow's West End around the Gilbert Scott Building, the University Library and the James McCune Smith Learning Hub. The Garscube Estate in Bearsden holds the Veterinary School and sports grounds, and the Crichton Campus in Dumfries serves south-west Scotland.
Campus Details
5
campuses incl. Dumfries
4
colleges
Campus Forecast
No forecast data added yet. Click "Edit Details" to add.
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Murano Street Student Village
Cairncross House
Queen Margaret Residence
Kelvinhaugh Gate
Self-catered GBP 168-239/week (2026/27)
39-week contracts (Havannah House 51 weeks)
Dining
Dining: The Hub Kitchen and Salad Bar (James McCune Smith Hub)
Gilchrist Cafe (Gilbert Scott Building)
Tinderbox
The Western Cafe
The Barn Cafe at Garscube
Health & Wellness
Health: Barclay Medical Practice in the Fraser Building (on-campus NHS GP)
Counselling and Psychological Services
SRC Advice Centre
Activities & Clubs
Activities: Students' Representative Council (300+ clubs and societies)
Glasgow University Union debating
Queen Margaret Union music venue
GUSA sport
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
38,710 (2024/25)
Undergraduate
24,300
Postgraduate
14,410
From Outside UK
about 36%
Cost Deep-Dive
UG Arts/Soc Sci 2026/27
GBP 27,720 / year
UG Science/Eng 2026/27
GBP 33,210 / year
MBChB Medicine 2026/27
GBP 62,730 / year
MSc Data Analytics 2027-28
GBP 34,815
MSc Management 2027-28
GBP 37,089
Halls (2026/27)
GBP 168-239 / week
Intakes & Deadlines
Undergraduate degrees start in September and are applied for through UCAS (institution code G28); Scottish honours degrees normally take four years. Most taught master's start in September; for September 2027 entry, international applicants to programmes such as MSc Data Analytics apply in rounds from 1 October 2026 to 8 July 2027. New international students who apply for housing before 14 July are guaranteed accommodation.
Scholarships at University of Glasgow
3 scholarships available
Master's
GBP 10,000
Global Leadership Scholarship 2027/28 (350 awards)
Master's
GBP 5,000
World Changers Glasgow Scholarship (PGT)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
A-levels AAA-AAB (Computing AAA-AAB + Maths; MBChB AAA); IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each)
Postgraduate
2:1 honours degree (relevant subject); IELTS 6.5, no subtest below 6.0
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (UG / most PGT)
6.5 (no subtest below 6.0)IELTS (MSc Computing Science)
6.5 (writing 6.0-6.5)IELTS (Medicine MBChB)
7.0 (7.0 in each)Admissions test (MBChB / BDS)
UCATRequired Documents
UCAS application with personal statement and reference (UG)
UCAT result (Medicine and Dentistry)
Online PG application with degree certificate and transcripts
IELTS Academic (General Training not accepted)
Proof of GBP 2,000 PGT deposit
ATAS certificate (some science/engineering PG)
Passport
TB test certificate (listed countries)
Application Process
1
Check the programme page
Each Glasgow programme lists its own grades and IELTS level, e.g. AAA-AAB with Maths for Computing Science.
2
Apply
Undergraduates apply through UCAS (institution code G28); postgraduates apply online directly, in admission rounds for international applicants.
3
Admissions test and interview
MBChB and BDS applicants sit the UCAT; around 1,100 Medicine applicants are interviewed each year.
4
Pay the deposit
International PGT offer holders pay a GBP 2,000 deposit by the date in the offer email to secure the place.
5
CAS and visa
Meet the offer conditions, receive the CAS, then apply for the Student visa and pay the IHS.
6
Arrive in Glasgow
Apply for housing before 14 July for the international guarantee and register with Barclay Medical Practice on campus.
Campus & Location
The main Gilmorehill campus sits in Glasgow's West End around the Gilbert Scott Building, the University Library and the James McCune Smith Learning Hub. The Garscube Estate in Bearsden holds the Veterinary School and sports grounds, and the Crichton Campus in Dumfries serves south-west Scotland.
Bachelor's
2
University of Glasgow
📍 Glasgow
Bachelor's
Computing Science BSc Hons (G400)
University of Glasgow
📍 Glasgow
Bachelor's
Medicine MBChB (A100)
Master's
4
University of Glasgow
📍 Glasgow
Master's
Computing Science MSci (G402)
University of Glasgow
📍 Glasgow
Master's
Data Analytics MSc
University of Glasgow
📍 Glasgow
Master's
Computing Science MSc
University of Glasgow
📍 Glasgow
Master's
Management MSc
Enquire Now
Fill in your details to enquire about University of Glasgow