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Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 Meet Dr Silvio Hoffman, Network Lead for the LGBTQIA+ colleague community at UWS. Whether you're a member of the community or a proud ally, there's a place for you. Make #PrideMonth your excuse to get involved with the colleague network or student society!

This is YOUR sign! Apply to study in Scotland! #UWS #StudyInScotland #VisitScotland #Scotland

C'MON SCOTLAND! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 As the Scotland National Team start their training in the United States, we were delighted to host some of the squad in our environmental chamber to help them prepare for the challenging conditions. 🌤️⚽🇺🇸 #NoScotlandNoParty #WorldCup2026

What’s the best part of the Performance course at UWS? For Dr Henry Bell, it’s his amazing colleagues! Hear why he feels so privileged to work with our incredible teaching team below. 👇 Explore our Performance course: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/performance

Bug lovers and future scientists! Come along to the UWS Lanarkshire campus on 11 June for an afternoon of free science fun. Meet mini beasts, guess the organs, and jump around. Grab your free tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985809427454

From sleeping on floors on tour to playing T in the Park! BA Commercial Music Programme Leader Iain Taylor shares more about his career before becoming an academic. Ready to find your place? Visit: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/commercial-music #MusicIndustry #UWS

Trigger Warning: graphic images. Today was Highland Mist 2026 - our largest ever Mass Casualty Exercise at UWS Lanarkshire campus. Thanks to the 600 volunteers, colleagues and partners who made it happen! Here's a look behind the scenes! 🚑

We want you to graduate ready for the workplace! UWS Sport degrees are designed with employability in mind, featuring strong industry links so you can apply your skills in real-world environments. Discover your options: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/sport

Still deciding if an Open Day is worth it? 🤔 Here’s why you need to visit the University of the West of Scotland this May and June to meet your future community!👋 Book here: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS

Bug lovers and future scientists! Come along to the UWS Lanarkshire campus on 11 June for an afternoon of free science fun. Meet mini beasts, guess the organs, and jump around. Grab your free tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985809427454

Stephen transitioned from chemistry to civil engineering! To make it happen, he kept working his day job but put his career progression on hold to focus on his studies. Ready to explore a new path? Discover Engineering at UWS: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/study-engineering-at-uws

What makes the UWS BA Commercial Music course so special? The amazing community! Staff and students collaborating to create amazing things. Ready to find your place? Head here: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/commercial-music #UWS #CommercialMusic

The red light is on and we are live! 🔴 Kate Cotter talks about the massive adrenaline rush of live broadcasting on our TV, Radio & Podcast Production course. Find your place: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/tv-radio-podcast-production

POV: You found your place at the University of the West of Scotland! ✨ Discover our campus, meet the team, and explore your future this May and June. Book your spot today: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS #OpenDay

Step inside a University of the West of Scotland Open Day! 🎓✨ From live music to campus tours, come see what your future looks like this May and June. Book your spot today: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS #OpenDay

Apply now for Scotland's first full MSc in Aesthetic Medicine at UWS! We're delighted to confirm that applications are now open for our new MSc Aesthetic Medicine which launches this September. Get your application in now at https://apply.uws.ac.uk

Ever wondered if the people giving you money advice actually stuck to a budget when they were students? 🫣 We put Kellie from our Funding and Advice Team in the hot seat to get the honest truth about her own spending habits.

What makes a great performer today? 🎭 Dr Henry Bell, Senior Lecturer in Performance at UWS, explains why learning to act, write, and direct is the best way to build a happy and fulfilled career. Explore our Performance course: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/performance

As we celebrate National British Sign Language Day this week, we're highlighting the work of our PhD student, Lara McIntyre, who is leading research into the experiences of deaf individuals in VR social spaces. Read more: www.uws.ac.uk/news/study-finds-vr-sign-language-used-by-deaf-gamers/

A "switched-on mindset" can open doors you never thought possible. Uuganaa Ramsay, our Careers Advisor for Creative Industries, shares why helping students discover their true potential is the most rewarding part of her role at UWS. #UWS #CareersGuidance

We've teamed up with Open Goal for our Summer Open Days! Come along to tour the campus, meet the team and find your place at UWS. Book your spot: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS #OpenGoal

Is Engineering just endless maths? Stephen breaks down the myth! While numbers matter, creativity is huge. Plus, UWS provides a strong foundation in year one so you are fully supported before tackling the tricky stuff. 🧮👷 www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/study-engineering-at-uws

The countdown is on! ⏳ Only 1 week left for final year students to complete the National Student Survey. Tell us the truth about your time at UWS and you could win a £100 Amazon voucher. 🛍️ 🔗 thestudentsurvey.com

What’s the biggest mistake you can make at an Open Day? Hint: Don't be shy! Hear top tips from our team on how to make the most of your visit to the University of the West of Scotland this May/June: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS

Meet Iain Taylor, Programme Leader for BA Commercial Music at UWS. Music is all about connection, culture and creativity. Ready to find your place? Start here: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/commercial-music #UWS #CommercialMusic

Still deciding if an Open Day is worth it? 🤔 Here’s why you need to visit the University of the West of Scotland this May and June to meet your future community!👋 Book here: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS

Meet Caitlyn, a 2023 BA (Hons) Social Sciences graduate now making an impact at Renfrewshire Council! Your degree doesn't have to match your exact job title. The skills you build at UWS are invaluable for any career path. 🎓

Meet Kate Cotter, Programme Leader for BA TV, Radio and Podcast Production at UWS. Get the inside track on our programme and how to start your media career. Find your place: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/tv-radio-podcast-production

POV: You found your place at the University of the West of Scotland! ✨ Discover our campus, meet the team, and explore your future this May and June. Book your spot today: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS #OpenDay

Changing your career path is a big step, but UWS is here to help! Stephen switched from Chemistry to Civil Engineering because of our flexible part-time study options. It is never too late to follow your passion. www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/study-engineering-at-uws

Turn your passion for sport into a career! At UWS, our degrees focus on hands-on learning with industry-standard equipment in top-class labs, giving you the skills you need for the real world. Discover more: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/sport

Happy International Day of Sport for Development and Peace! UWS & South Ayrshire Council are proud to host the Commonwealth Sport GAPS programme at our Ayr campus ahead of Glasgow 2026. We're championing inclusive sport and training para-athletes from developing nations! 🏅

Balancing full-time work and a degree is tough, but you are never alone at UWS. ❤️ Civil Engineering grad Stephen shares how the flexible support from our amazing helped him succeed. Start your journey: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/study-engineering-at-uws

We are excited to launch Scotland's first full MSc in Aesthetic Medicine at UWS! ✨ Limited places available for our first intake in Sept 2026. Applications open shortly. Register your interest to be the first in line: www.uws.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/postgraduate-course-search/msc-aesthetic-medicine

Games? Coffee machine? Fluffy socks? 🧦☕ What would you buy with a £100 Amazon voucher? Final year UWS students, have your say in the National Student Survey 2026 and you could win exactly that! 🏆 Complete the NSS today: thestudentsurvey.com #NSS2026 #UWS

Step inside a University of the West of Scotland Open Day! 🎓✨ From live music to campus tours, come see what your future looks like this May and June. Book your spot today: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS #OpenDay

Struggling to pick a career? 🤔 Start with yourself. What do you enjoy? What are your values? Money, travel, social change? Figuring out what drives you is the first step to finding the right path. #UWS #CareerAdvice

Happy World Theatre Day! 🎭 Dr Henry Bell, Senior Lecturer in Performance at UWS, shares his incredible story of how acting helped him overcome a childhood stammer and changed his life. Study BA Performance: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/performance

We've teamed up with Open Goal for our Summer Open Days! Come along to tour the campus, meet the team and find your place at UWS. Book your spot: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS #OpenGoal

Studying sport is about much more than physical fitness! At UWS, we cover the real science behind human movement. From biomechanics to sport psychology, our courses give you a deep understanding of performance. Explore our Sport degrees: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/sport

From the classroom to the film studio? 🎬 Andrew, a BA (Hons) Business student, plans to use his degree to manage a production house. He explains how the course opens doors to diverse industries like gaming, music, and film. www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/business/

Is your #CV too long? 🛑 Uuganaa Ramsay from our Careers Team shares how to make your application shine: 1️⃣ Watch the length (no 7 page essays!) 2️⃣ Ditch the generic "master CV" and tailor it. 3️⃣ Showcase the professional version of yourself.

Our accredited LLB (Hons) Scots Law degree offers the route to becoming a solicitor or advocate. Learn from experts, enjoy small classes and gain practical skills from real-world experience. Learn more: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subject-areas/study-law-at-uws #LLB #UWS

What’s the biggest mistake you can make at an Open Day? Hint: Don't be shy! Hear top tips from our team on how to make the most of your visit to the University of the West of Scotland this May/June: www.uws.ac.uk/study/open-days-info-sessions/undergraduate-open-days-and-events #UWS

Paul discusses how studying at #UWS is about more than just the coursework; it is about defining where you want your career to go. He shares the personal motivation behind his move into Adult Nursing. Explore the course: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/adult-nursing

Gordon is climbing Kilimanjaro for Diabetes UK! We are thrilled to have him training in the UWS Extreme Environments Lab over the coming months to help him prepare for the 5,800m altitude. www.uws.ac.uk/news/man-with-type-1-diabetes-trains-for-charity-climb-with-uws-altitude-chamber

"There's a place here waiting for you." ❤️ Ryan discusses his drive to succeed in Law, the importance of self-confidence, and the community he's built at UWS. Explore our BA (Hons) Law course: www.uws.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-course-search/law