About Glasgow

Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and the third largest in the United Kingdom. It is found on the River Clyde in Scotland's West Central Lowlands. The city expanded from a small rural settlement into the largest seaport in Britain. The Glasgow city chambers are a well-known landmark which provides a chance to explore the history of Glasgow. Another stunning site is Glasgow Cathedral which displays Scottish Gothic architecture and is an exciting place to explore. Glasgow is an important centre for sport, with the city hosting the first ever international football event in 1872 and the Commonwealth Games in 2014.

Glasgow is an important hub for education with 4 universities within 10 miles of the city centre. These include the University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian University and the University of the West of Scotland. The University of Strathclyde, founded in 1796, was awarded the University of the Year in 2012 and 2013 by the Times Higher Education. With education being such a focus and success in Glasgow, this provides one of the best learning environments to study.