University of Glasgow
Famous for its excellent teaching, research standards and facilities, the University of Glasgow is one of the most highly rated universities in the UK. With almost half its students coming from within a thirty mile zone around Glasgow, the university retains a distinctly Scottish feel, although students from more than eighty non-UK countries can be found on campus.
This diverse collection of students, combined with an already lively Glaswegian atmosphere, make Glasgow an ideal place to mix studying and socialising. In keeping with the city’s strong tradition of industry and engineering, science and engineering courses are among the most popular at the university, while the English, European Studies, Psychology and Sports Science departments have also been praised in recent years. In terms of student population, 2008-2009 saw a massive rise of 14.3% in undergraduate applications to the university, while Student Satisfaction Surveys also show Glasgow in a favourable light, with the university finishing top of the 2008 undergraduate polls.
Glasgow is probably most famous for its thriving industry sector. Situated on the river Clyde, the city has strong traditions in shipbuilding and engineering, while recent years have seen a growth in food, drink, printing, publishing, chemical and textile industries.
This is not to say however that Glasgow is simply an ‘industrial city’: the city has a rich culture and some amazing architecture. Arts are well facilitated in the city, while Glasgow's two biggest football teams, Celtic F.C. and Rangers F.C., remain two of the most passionately supported clubs in world football. The city is also home to many cultural festivals including the Glasgow comedy festival, the Glasgow jazz festival, the Glasgow film festival and the West End festival. With so much to see and do, students should find Glasgow a great place to study.
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