Getting ready to move to Glasgow?

Posted 2 weeks ago

Hear from our former residents as they set off for UofG!

Students are coming from all over the world to start the best years of their lives at the University of Glasgow!

Over the years we've had some brilliant students who documented their experience as they prepared to join the University and start their new Glasgow life. Here are a few of the best from the UofGLiving archives!

  • In 2014, Vanessa from Canada created several brilliant vlogs for us. Check out her arrivals vlog and see if you relate to her experience and get some tips on the best ways to pack up your stuff!
  • Greg travelled from Greece in 2015 and gave us his handy tips on travelling, packing up and moving on........read about his preparations.
  • Although Beth didn't have quite as far to travel in 2015, she still offered some great advice to ease you into uni life - read her insider info on the vibrant city of Glasgow! 
  • Gabriella moved to Glasgow from sunnier climes in January 2017 and told us all about her first impressions of the University and the Scottish weather!
  • Lucy joined us from rural Galloway in 2017 and shared her preparations with us as she set off for Glasgow.
  • Linda from Italy shared a few of her emotions and feelings as she set out to embark on her big move. in 2018.
  • Nicole joined us in 2022 and told us all about her preparations for returning to Glasgow after many years away!

Where are you coming from? Reckon you have travelled the furthest?!

Share your story with us by getting in touch!