Glasgow Campus - U.W.S, Hamilton

Glasgow Campus: UWS, Hamilton

Accommodation is provided by UWS, Hamilton. Here are some useful facts about on offer at the Campus:

UWS Campus is situated centrally in the town of Hamilton, ten miles from Glasgow.
The Campus staff are very friendly and welcoming to all visitors.
Classrooms, library and study areas are light and airy and conducive to learning.
The Dining Room is modern with excellent in-house catering.
High quality Scottish, European and Asian food to satisfy all tastes.
Bedroom accommodation of an excellent standard.
24 hour security staff on duty with CCTV in all areas of the campus.
Safe, secure and compact campus.
First class gymnasium and sports centre.
Excellent arts & crafts and recreation areas.
Local shops and supermarkets within walking distance.
Hamilton West train station is 500 metres from University gates.
Regular train service to Glasgow Central Station.
Within easy reach of Glasgow City Centre

Care and Welfare

The aim of our staff, at all times, is to ensure that our visitors enjoy every aspect of Scotland from the moment we meet you at the airport until we wave goodbye as you return home. The safety and security of our visitors is of critical importance and please rest assured that the safety and happiness of our students is our priority during their stay with us in Scotland.

Every member of staff is on hand to ensure that you are happy in your studies and in your everyday life at St Andrew's College Summer Schools.

We are ready to offer advice - and we are easy to talk to. If you have any concerns we are always there to help.

We have a dedicated Welfare coordinator on each campus 24 hours a day to help you with any matters.

Here are just a few of the areas in which we offer support:

airport transfers arranged
campus tour, orientation, and induction
assistance with visa applications
accommodation
ID card and information pack including city map
assistance with any medical matters
confidential counselling and support
24-hour emergency assistance
advice on local religious and cultural organisations
communication with parents and group leaders.

Accommodation

The modern halls of residence are ideally located on campus. Accommodating 120 students with a single study bedroom, each flat houses 6 students with a communal lounge and kitchen, 2 shower rooms and 2 toilets.

Each bedroom is furnished and heated. The kitchen/living rooms are spacious with dining table and chairs, cooker, sink, fridge freezer and storage. Some flats are adapted for residents with disabilities.

Damage Deposit

On arrival, every student is required to pay a deposit of £30 against possible damage or loss of keys. This deposit will be returned on departure providing that there is no damage or loss of keys.

Campus Facilities

Football Pitch
Gymnasium
Indoor Sports Hall
Theatre
Art Room
Library
ICT Suite
Wi-fi access
Social areas

Useful Information

All students recieve and ID badge and emergency contact information
Information pack and city map provided
Room key for each student
Rooms cleaned daily
Bed linen changed weekly
Kitchen facilities in accomodation
Coin operated laundry room
Internet and Wi-fi access onsite
TV room in each apartment
Pay phones in Halls of Residence

Hamilton

Hamilton is located 10 miles south of Glasgow.
10 minute walk to the beautiful Strathclyde Country Park and lake.
Hamilton's shopping area is less than 1000 metres from the University gates.
The Post Office, Banks and Public Library are situated in the centre of the High Street
Hamilton boasts many high street shops and small independant shops to satisfy all tastes. There are some excellent cafes and restaurants.
Hamilton has its own Theatre an interesting Museum and some interesting architecture in and around the town.
Adjacent to UWS is Hamilton Racecourse.
A Sainsbury's and 24 hour Asda Supermarket are located in close proximity to the university.
Hamilton West train station is 500 metres from the University, trains to Glasgow run every 15 minutes.

Glasgow

Glasgow is the largest and most vibrant city in Scotland.
Truly cosmopolitan, it has so much energy and style and it's people are some of the friendliest you'll find anywhere.
Breathtaking architecture and a fantastic selection of museums, art galleries and theatres.
Fantastic shopping city, there are many designer stores as well as many large shopping malls in the city centre.
There are more than 1,000 restaurants catering for all tastes.
Glasgow is ideally located for those wishing to see more of Scotland, with its excellent transport links.