Uni to hold info day for prospective students

Aug 14 2008 by Margaret Shaw, Hamilton Advertiser

THE University of the West of Scotland are giving prospective students the chance to find out more about courses available this September.

They are holding an information session at their Hamilton campus next Wednesday, August 20, from 3-7pm.

The event wil give prospective students the opportunity to speak with staff about course options and to tour the campus.

The university have a planned investment programme of over £160m at their campuses in Hamilton, Ayr, Dumfries and Paisley.

Recent developments at the Hamilton campus include establishment of a £2.1m engineering centre, which is due to open in the autumn.

For further information about the event, telephone University Direct on 0800 027 100.

University Direct hold up-to-the-minute information on University of West of Scotland courses and course vacancies.

Enquirers can access information on the most suitable programmes to match their qualifications and interests, and get direct confirmation of a place on one of the university’s degrees if their grades match UWS’s clearing entry requirements.

From Monday, August 18, University Direct will have lines open from Monday to Friday, from 9-5pm each day, when advisers will be available to take calls and help enquirers secure a place at the university.