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STUDY IN GLASGOW 2022 - WORLD CHANGERS
STUDY IN
 GLASGOW
 2022
 GLASGOW COLLEGE UESTC

WORLD
CHANGERS
WELCOME
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Contents
    Our programmes          4
    Support along the way   6
    Student life            8
    People Make Glasgow     10
    Scotland is now         12
    How to apply            14

                                 ESTABLISHED    30,000         NAMED
                                 IN 1451        STUDENTS       SCOTTISH
                                                FROM MORE      UNIVERSITY
                                 ONE OF THE     THAN 140       OF THE YEAR
                                 TOP 100        COUNTRIES      (THE TIMES &
                                                               THE SUNDAY TIMES
                                 UNIVERSITIES                  GOOD UNIVERSITY
                                                               GUIDE 2022)
                                 IN THE WORLD   A MEMBER OF
                                                THE RUSSELL
                                                GROUP OF
                                                RESEARCH-
                                                INTENSIVE UK
                                                UNIVERSITIES
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RANKED 2ND IN THE
            RUSSELL GROUP FOR
            TEACHING & STUDENT
            SATISFACTION                                (NSS 2020)

                                                                                                                                                                               UofG’s iconic Cloisters have appeared in many films and TV shows.

       A range of teaching methods help you develop your skills, knowledge and experience.                                                                                     Develop a new perspective on your studies.

                                                                                                                                                                                           Revolutionising your
                               OUR PROGRAMMES                                                                                                                                              teaching and learning
                                                                                                                                                                                           We’re creating a campus to inspire the next
                                                                                                                                                                                           generation of world changers. A 14-acre site
    Glasgow College, UESTC provides                Chengdu, completing all four years        3+1 Programme                                                                                 beside our main campus is being developed
    students with a fantastic opportunity          of study in China. Alternatively, you     We also offer an option for students                                                          with a planned total investment of £1 billion.
    to be taught by two world-class                can travel overseas to join UofG’s        to complete Year 4 of their degree in                                                         Our flagship James McCune Smith Learning
    Universities and graduate with dual            James Watt School of Engineering          Glasgow on our 3+1 Programme.                                                                 Hub is the first building to be delivered through
    degrees. Our students have a                   from Year 3 of your study.                                                                                                              our campus development programme.
    number of options of study available                                                     Your learning environment
    to them, allowing you to tailor your           2+2 programme                             From the moment you arrive in                                                                 The £90m building includes flexible learning
    undergraduate environment                      Our 2+2 programme gives the               Glasgow, you’ll be taught by                                                                  spaces and technology-enabled teaching
    depending on what academic and                 option to join UofG’s James Watt          dedicated and passionate academics                                                            resources. As well as increasing our teaching
    social experiences you are seeking.            School of Engineering for years           in a flexible and innovative learning                                                         capacity, this modern study space offers flexible
                                                   3 and 4, allowing you to immerse          environment. We also have advisers                                                            spaces for clubs and societies, conferences and
    You can be taught by experts in their          yourself in Scottish culture and gain     who can help you develop your                                                                 events, becoming the student-focused heart of
    field from the University of Glasgow           the unique academic experience            academic skills by offering classes                                                           the campus.
    (UofG) and the University of                   of being taught in two different          and one-to-one consultations on a                                                             • Round-the-clock access
                                                                                                                                     Our new James McCune Smith Learning Hub
    Electronic Science and Technology              countries.                                range of topics.                        at the heart of our main campus.                      • Capacity for 2,500 students
    of China (UESTC) without leaving                                                                                                                                                       • 500-seat lecture theatre
                                                                                                                                                                                           • Interactive teaching spaces
                                                                                                                                                                                           • Cafe
                                                                                                                                                                                           See glasgow.ac.uk/explore
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Library
       SUPPORT ALONG                                                                                                                 Open daily from 7.15am to 2.00am with online
                                                                                                                                     access 24/7, the UofG Library has one of the

          THE WAY
                                                                                                                                     largest collections of books in Europe.

                                                                                                                                     See glasgow.ac.uk/library

                                                                                                                                     Wi-Fi and IT Access
                                                                                                                                     We provide computer clusters across campus
    Contact with Experts                                                                                                             and wireless network access in most public
    To help you develop the ability to direct your own learning, you                                                                 areas.
    may experience a range of types of teaching contact:                                                                             • IT helpdesk in the library to help with any
    • Large sessions led by lecturers provide a foundation for                                                                         IT problems
      knowledge                                                                                                                      • More than 500 wi-fi hotspots across campus
    • Small-group tutorials with students and a tutor offer in-depth
      analysis                                                                                                                       See glasgow.ac.uk/it/forstudents
    • Larger-group seminars allow intensive discussions and
      student presentations
    • Hands-on practical or laboratory sessions develop
      subject-related skills

    Maximise Your Academic Abilities
    We have advisers to help you develop your academic skills
    throughout your University career. We provide:
    • Classes and one-to-one consultations for all students
    • College specific guidance e.g. on essay and dissertation
      writing, exam preparation, and research
    • Dedicated International Writing
    • Advisers for undergraduate and taught postgraduate students
    • Specialised guidance for Mathematics and Statistics
      programmes.
    See glasgow.ac.uk/leads.

    Help When You Need It
    Our Student Services Enquiry Team are here to help you make
    the most of your time at Glasgow. We can help with the following:
    • Assist with the registration and enrolment process
    • Provide information, guidance and resolution on financial
      enquiries and provide information on financial aid options
    • Provide assistance and production of academic documents
      (certifing letters, HEAR and references) and student ID cards
    • Assist with enquiries on all elements of the student record
      (MyCampus)
    • Guidance and information on how to access and use all
      Student Services resources
    • Support and information to assist with welfare and pastoral
      issues
    • Support to assist with understanding and interpreting University
      systems, policies and procedures.
    See glasgow.ac.uk/students.

    International Student Support
    Our International Student Support team can give you advice on
    any concerns you may have prior to arrival, including immigration,
    working regulations and finance. Once you arrive, the team will
    be on hand to offer advice and support, including access to a full
    orientation programme in September to ensure you settle in as
    smoothly as possible.
    See glasgow.ac.uk/international/support.

                                                                         There’s a range of different study spaces in our library.

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Accommodation Services offer a variety of residences
                                                                                                                                         and room types to choose from.
                                                                                                                                                                                                Accommodation and
      Over 50 sports clubs cater to all skill levels and abilities.
                                                                                                                                                                                                Living Costs
                                                                                                                                                                                                You will need to cover the cost of your travel,
                                                                                                                                                                                                accommodation and living costs while at UofG.

                                               STUDENT LIFE
                                                                                                                                                                                                You may apply for University accommodation,
                                                                                                                                                                                                subject to availability, which is an excellent way
                                                                                                                                                                                                to make new friends with other University of
                                                                                                                                                                                                Glasgow students and offers round-the-clock
                                                                                                                                                                                                access to trained University Living Support staff.

    Be Active                                           • 25m swimming pool with six lanes       Choose from two unions                                                                         While your living costs can depend on personal
    At UofG Sport, we know how much                     • Sauna and steam rooms                  Queen Margaret Union hosts new                                                                 preferences and lifestyle, our International
    staying fit and active can help your                • Squash courts and sport halls          music, local bands, big-name acts,                                                             Student Support team has helpful guidance on
    studies and university experience.                  • Tennis courts, exercise studios,       student-run club nights and a variety                                                          the costs to expect in considering your decision
    Our programmes are designed for                       six grass and two synthetic            of events from quizzes to open mic                                                             to study in the UK.
    you and are flexible enough to fit                    football pitches and a cricket oval.   nights and a spoken word night. It is
    around your schedule. UofG Sport                    See glasgow.ac.uk/sport.                 also home to two catering outlets.                                                             To find out more, see:
    membership includes access to                                                                See qmunion.org.uk.                                                                            glasgow.ac.uk/accommodation
    • Over 350 online and in-studio                     Get involved                                                                                                                            glasgow.ac.uk/international/support/livinginuk
      group exercise classes each 		                    Joining student clubs and societies      Glasgow University Union has
      month                                             is a great way to learn new skills       everything a student needs within
    • Revolve, our award-winning indoor                 and make friends. The Students’          the stunning old Union building and
      cycling studio                                    Representative Council (SRC) offers      purpose-built extension nightclub,
    • Pulse cardio suite with fully 		                  more than 250 clubs and societies,       with no fewer than nine bars, two
      interactive equipment                             from a Charity Fashion Show to           libraries, a debating chamber,
    • PowerPlay strength suite, a 		                    TEDx to Physics, as well as over 40      snooker and pool hall, convenience
                                                        volunteering opportunities.              store, two cafes and a coffee shop.     Students enjoy socialising inside the
      premier conditioning facility                                                                                                      Queen Margaret Union.
                                                        See glasgowstudent.net.                  See guu.co.uk.

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GLASGOW HAS BEEN
     VOTED THE WORLD’S
     FRIENDLIEST CITY
     (ROUGH GUIDES 2021)

                                                                                                                                    Ashton Lane, a lively cobbled lane next to the University which is packed with bars, restaurants and a cinema.

     Music and nightlife
     As the UK’s first UNESCO City of Music,
     Glasgow is a place where music is not simply
                                                                                                                                                    PEOPLE MAKE GLASGOW
     confined to the four walls of venues – it’s the
     beating heart of the city. Our top picks are:
     • Barrowland Ballroom                                                                                                          West End                                         Museums and Art Galleries                         Sports
     • King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut                                                                                                       The University’s main campus is                  Glasgow has over 20 fantastic                     Glasgow is synonymous with sport.
     • SWG3                                                                                                                         nestled within Glasgow’s cultural                museums and galleries. Special                    It is the European Capital of Sport
     • The SSE Hydro                                                                                                                West End, home to bohemian Byres                 mention to The Hunterian, which                   in 2023, becoming the first city to
                                                                                                                                    Road and the Instagrammable                      is located on campus and home                     take the title twice. Also in 2023, the
     Eating out                                                                                                                     Ashton Lane, both great spots to                 to one of the largest collections                 city is gearing up to host the UCI
     Glasgow has an ever-evolving food and                                                                                          explore.                                         outside the national museums.                     Cycling World Championships.
     drink scene, with options to suit all tastes                                                                                                                                                                                      See peoplemakeglasgow.com.
     and pockets. The Finnieston neighbourhood                                                                                      Shopping                                         Parks
     (next to the University) is considered the city’s                                                                              Glasgow is a shopper’s paradise                  With a name meaning “Dear Green
     “foodie quarter” with a brilliant mix of cool,                                                                                 and caters for all tastes and                    Place” in Gaelic, the city has over 90
     quality and affordable venues.                                                                                                 budgets, from high street brands                 parks and gardens to explore, with
                                                                                                                                    and vintage wares to one-off                     many housing some of the city’s top
                                                                                                                                    speciality stores and exclusive                  attractions.
                                                         The SSE Hydro is the world’s fourth-busiest arena venue (Pollstar 2020).   designer gear.

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GLASGOW IS THE WORLD’S
             LEADING FESTIVAL AND
             EVENT DESTINATION
             (2019 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS)

                                                                                                                                                                                  Our Top 5 Events
                                                                                                                                Camusdarach beach, Arisaig, Scottish Highlands.
                                                                                                                                                                                  in Scotland
                                                                                                                                                                                  Hogmanay
                                                                                                                                                                                  No other nation celebrates the New Year
                                                                                                                                                                                  quite like Scotland. Ring in the bells at
                                                                                                                                                                                  traditional and unique events like Edinburgh’s
                                                                                                                                                                                  Hogmanay, Inverness’s Red Hot Highland
                                                                                                                                                                                  Fling, Stonehaven’s Fireballs, Biggar Bonfire
                                                                                                                                                                                  and The Kirkwall Ba’ Game in Orkney.

                                                                                                                                                                                  TRNSMT Festival
        Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Duich.                                                                                                                                          Hosted in Glasgow, TRNSMT is Scotland’s
                                                                                                                                                                                  biggest music festival. Welcoming 150,000
                                                                                                                                                                                  fans across one incredible weekend, it attracts
                                                                                                                                                                                  some of the biggest artists in the world.

                                  SCOTLAND IS NOW
                                                                                                                                                                                  Edinburgh Festivals
                                                                                                                                                                                  Over the summer, seven spectacular festivals
                                                                                                                                                                                  take place in Scotland’s capital including the
                                                                                                                                                                                  world-famous Fringe, the largest arts festival
                                                                                                                                                                                  in the world.

     Outdoor Activities                        Whether you decide to take part         Film and TV Locations                                                                      Burns Night
     Scotland’s land and coast were            in watersport activities or just go     Scotland has played a starring role                                                        Scotland celebrates its National Bard, Robert
     made for exploration and adventures.      for a relaxing walk, keep your eyes     on the big and small screen, as the                                                        Burns, every year on and around 25 January.
     From world-class watersports and          peeled for marine life in the waters    filming location for top films and TV                                                      Special events include the Burns An’ A’ That
     walking, to cycling and mountain          and seabirds flying overhead.           shows including Outlaw King, 1917,                                                         Festival across Ayrshire but it’s likely you’ll
     climbing, the possibilities for getting                                           Skyfall, Harry Potter and upcoming                                                         find “haggis, neeps and tatties” on the menu
     active in Scotland’s magnificent          Attractions                             The Batman. In fact, the University                                                        in most Scottish eateries up and down the
     great outdoors are endless.               Scotland is filled with attractions     itself is frequently used as a filming                                                     country.
                                               to suit every taste and budget,         location and recently featured in
     Beaches                                   including iconic castles, world-class   several episodes of Outlander.                                                             Highland Games
     You’ll find some of the UK’s most         museums and galleries, fascinating      See visitscotland.com.                                                                     Experience Scottish culture and traditions
     spectacular beaches dotted                heritage sites and beautiful                                                     The Royal Mile during the Edinburgh Festivals.    at over 70 events across the country, taking
     along Scotland’s entire coastline.        gardens.                                                                                                                           place between May and September.
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2+2 STUDENTS WILL BE
     OFFERED COMPLIMENTARY
     ADMISSION TO THE
     GLASGOW COLLEGE, UESTC
     RESEARCH SUMMER
     SCHOOL.*

                                                                                                        The James Watt School of Engineering’s research and teaching is at the forefront
                                                                                                        of discovery, creation and practice that is internationally leading.

     Eligibility
     To join us here at Glasgow, you will need to
     successfully complete Years 1 and 2 (2+2)
                                                         Tuition Fee
                                                         The fees due per academic year for study
                                                         via the 2+2 and 3+1 arrangements are:
                                                         60,000 RMB to the Glasgow College, UESTC
                                                                                                                                             HOW TO APPLY
     or Years 1, 2 and 3 (3+1) of your programme
     at the Glasgow College UESTC with a GPA             plus a specially discounted undergraduate
     of at least 12 (equivalent to band C3) on the       international student fee to University of     How do I apply?                                 English Language                    Scholarships
     University of Glasgow 0-22 point grading            Glasgow.                                       To apply, please contact                        Requirement                         A scholarship of up to 15,000 RMB
     scale in the first three semesters (for 2+2) or                                                    Intglasgow@uestc.edu.cn as a                    Students applying to study at the   per annum is available from UESTC
     first five semesters (for 3+1).                     For the 2022/23 academic year, the fee is      first step. Your application will be            University of Glasgow via the 2+2   to support you on the 2+2 and 3+1
                                                         £16,160 payable to the University of Glasgow   reviewed and an offer of study made             or 3+1 arrangements must have       programmes.
     Unfortunately students with outstanding             plus 60,000 RMB payable to the Glasgow         to those eligible conditional on                met the Glasgow College UESTC
     resits will not be eligible to apply. Please note   College, UESTC.                                meeting progression requirements                English language progression
     that students must meet the progression                                                            at the end of the academic year.                requirement at the end of Year 2.
     requirements of their programme, as well                                                                                                                                               *This is applicable to students on the 2+2
     as the English language requirement, to be                                                         The deadline for applications is                                                    programme only and does not apply to the
     accepted onto the 2+2 or 3+1 programmes                                                            31st March 2022.                                                                    3+1 programme.
     at UofG.

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