Concorde College
Acton Burnell, United Kingdom
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Student population | Large (More than 10,000) |
International students | 16% |
Institution type | Public |
The University of Glasgow is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of Scotland's four ancient universities. Today, the univerisity is a broad-based, research intensive institution with a global reach. The university was founded in 1451 and is often ranked in the world's top 100 universities in tables compiled by various bodies.
The university's research-led approach is one of the reasons why a degree here is so prized, but its students also benefit from opportunities to study abroad, improve their employability, take part in work placements and explore a wide range of social activities. As a result, scholars from 120 countries around the world are attracted to Glasgow.
The University of Glasgow is divided into four Colleges; College of Arts, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, as well as College of Social Sciences. These colleges offer a huge range of academic and professional studies including ancient and modern languages, dentistry, engineering, history, law, literature, science, social science, theology, and veterinary medicine.
The University has three main campuses:
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The University of Glasgow has a number of undergraduate residences. postgraduate residences. Please note that later year undergraduate students may be allocated to Kelvinhaugh Street, Winton Drive or any of the undergraduate residences.