Living in Glasgow
Glasgow is a great city to live in if you are a student. It was recently ranked in the QS world rankings as the 4th best city in the UK for students, and is celebrated for its cultural and creative scene. The spirit of the city buzzes through its festivals, cultural institutions and events, as well as its DIY scene and grassroots organisations and groups. In Glasgow, you’ll meet people who care about creativity and innovation – whether that be in art, design or architecture – and want to use it to positively shape our society and the environment. This is what makes Glasgow a great city for students, and for our students in particular.
Accommodation
If you receive an offer through Clearing, we recommend that you get in touch with our halls of residence team as soon as possible to check the availability of space in two halls of residence. The best way to contact them is by telephone (+44) 141 566 1414 in the first instance. You can also email them at [email protected]
The Glasgow School of Art has two halls of residence Margaret Macdonald House and Blythswood House. These halls are both located in the heart of the city, very close to our Garnethill campus. Whilst rooms in these halls do get booked up, spaces can become available during the Clearing period so it’s important to contact us soon as possible after receiving an offer to discuss your options. Please contact our Accommodation office by telephoning (+44) 141 566 1414, or alternatively via email [email protected] .
If you are unable to secure a place in halls or choose to look for private accommodation in the city, we recommend that you start your search as soon as possible. We have some guidance for those looking for private accommodation options in the city here. Our student welfare team are also running drop-in sessions throughout the summer which offer holders through Clearing are welcome to attend.
You can ask our Clearing team for more information about these sessions and for more information on what it is like being part of the large international student community in Glasgow by telephoning the Admissions Clearing Helpline on 0800 193 7070.
The GSA Community
The community at the GSA is what makes studying here really unique. Comprising our students, teaching and technical staff and wider creative network, you’ll be studying in a vibrant community where creativity and collaboration is fostered and celebrated.
At the GSA we also have a number of support departments who are there to support your learning and who can equip you with the skills and tools you need to learn and thrive during your time here.
Student Support Services
Our Student Support Services offer support to students in a number of areas covering welfare, learning support and disability services and counselling. Our specialist support services complement and underpin your learning, allowing you to reach your academic and creative potential alongside managing your health and wellbeing.
Technical Support Services
Our Technical Support Services (TSD) provide safe, student-focused facilities and resources to support you in your study, and the TSD team are your go-to for technology, tools, processes and guidance required in making your work.
GSA Exhibitions
Our public GSA Exhibitions programme works across disciplines, with local, national and international contemporary artists, designers and architects.
Library Services
The GSA Library has one of the most comprehensive art, design and architecture collections in the UK. Their aim is to provide access to high quality information, a rich and diverse collection of books and resources both physical and digital, study spaces and services that support your study at the GSA.
GSA Students’ Association
The Glasgow School of Art Students’ Association is a charity and independent Students’ Association which advocates for the interests of its student members at the GSA. They are committed to widening access to education and the arts, and are committed to programming and working with organisers who reflect the GSA’s student communities and their values, concerns and interests.
Digital Showcase
Discover bold, provocative and eclectic work by recent GSA graduates on our Digital Showcase – a digital platform collating individual presentations of graduate work alongside thematic interrogations.
GSA Archives and Collections
GSA Archives and Collections safeguard, develop, document and preserve the institutional records of the GSA and the artefacts and archives of staff, students, businesses and individuals associated with the School. They support scholarship and research, inspire creativity, and to surface hidden narratives contained within the School’s history which are of relevance to contemporary academic and civic audiences.
Guide to Glasgow
Glasgow is a vibrant, hospitable and creative city. We’ve put together a guide to our favourite places in the city to help you find out more about different parts of the city as well as to get tips of where to eat, drink and shop. You’ll also find useful tips on travel and getting about, as well as ways of staying active.
Glasgow Art Map
Glasgow Art Map is a GSA graduate-run online map and journal of contemporary art exhibitions happening in Glasgow. Produced in print and digital formats, the art map is your year-round guide to all kinds of creative and artistic activity happening in the city.