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Thu 24 Jul, 2025 12:07 PM
The Meal Plan Booking link will be available on this page from 0930hrs on Thursday 14 August 2025.
What's included?
Enjoy two meals a day on campus (breakfast and dinner), Monday to Friday. The total cost for Semester 1 is £870 (12 weeks, 5 days a week).
When and Where
Start date: Monday, 22 September 2025
End date: Friday, 12 December 2025
Where: Hub Kitchen, James McCune Smith Building, University Avenue
Breakfast: From 8am to 10am, Monday to Friday
Dinner: From 5pm to 7pm, Monday to Friday
Please read the Terms and Conditions for further important information.
Confirmation of the availability of a Semester 2 Meal Plan (January to mid-March) will be released in October/November.
Scroll down for sample menus.
Booking guidelines
We advise that your place at the University of Glasgow is confirmed before you book a Meal Plan. Full payment must be made at the point of booking. Meal plans must be booked by 31 August 2025.
Customers will be issued with a Meal Plan card which must be shown at point of service. Cards must be collected between 15 and 22 September 2025. Card collection details will be confirmed by email. Photographic identification will be required for card collection.
Why should I choose a Meal Plan?
University life can be incredibly busy. Between studying, working and enjoying the social life Glasgow famously has to offer, finding time for healthy meals can be a challenge. Our prepaid meal package takes the stress out of eating, offering a convenient and affordable way to enjoy delicious, freshly cooked meals on campus from the James McCune Smith Learning Hub our Soil Association: Food for Life Served Here Bronze accredited kitchen.
For students:
- Budget smart: With food costs continuing to spiral, control your expenses and avoid mid-semester budget stress. Prepay for your meals and know exactly what you're spending.
- Easy & convenient: Just scan your personal Meal Card and enjoy! No more cooking, grocery shopping or washing dishes. Focus on what matters most – your studies and your social life (of course!).
- Delicious & nutritious: Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared and tasty meals every weekday in the James McCune Smith Learning Hub, giving you the nutrition you need to make the most of your day. We cater for all food allergens and dietary requirements.
For parents/guardians/supporters:
● Peace of mind: Know your loved one is eating well, even when you can't be there. Our prepaid meal package ensures they have access to two nutritious meals (breakfast and dinner), Monday through Friday.
● Budget control: Lock in most of their meal costs up front and help them avoid unexpected expenses. Give the gift of convenient, delicious meals without breaking the bank.
● Support their success: Help them focus on their studies and enjoying everything university life has to offer without the added stress of meal planning and preparation.
Breakfast Sample Menu
Each morning choose one hot item, one cold item and your choice of hot drink.
- Hot breakfast roll: Fillings include pork sausage, Lorne sausage, Scottish back bacon, potato scone, baked beans, free-range Scottish egg
- Porridge: Scots porridge oats cooked with organic milk
- Cold items: A selection of cereals, freshly baked pastries, fresh fruit and yoghurt pots
Alternative options for dietary needs and allergens are available
Dinner menus
Each evening choose two courses. We have a four-week menu rotation: Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4 and then repeat.
Sample Dinner Menu
Freshly made Soup
of the Day
Tomato and basil
World Cuisine
Indonesian treacle,
soy & coconut beef served with steamed white rice
Roast chicken dinner
with mashed potato
Plant Fusion
Vegetable tagine with
bulgur wheat
Pasta/Rice of the
Day
Spinach and ricotta cannelloni
Side dishes
Sliced carrots and peas
Crushed new potatoes
Jacket potato
Salad Bar
Build your own bowl from
our range of fresh greens, fresh fruit and vegetables, cold meats, pasta, and a
variety of dressings and toppings
Dessert of the Day
Jam sponge with custard or cream
Freshly made Soup of the Day
Lentil and vegetable
World Cuisine
Smoked salmon pasta
in a caper and lemon cream sauce
Mexican chicken Tinga
bake with rice
Plant Fusion
African fire bean
stew
Pasta/Rice of the Day
Mediterranean
vegetable risotto
Side dishes
Roasted spiced cauliflower
Garden peas and sweetcorn
Jacket potato
Salad Bar
Build your own bowl from our range of fresh greens, fresh fruit and vegetables, cold meats, pasta, and a variety of dressings and toppings
Dessert of the Day
Sticky toffee pudding with toffee sauce or ice-cream
Freshly made Soup of the Day
Thai butternut and
sweet potato
World Cuisine
Lamb rogan josh with
basmati rice
Chicken korma with rice
Plant Fusion
Mangalore Malabar
curry
Pasta/Rice of the Day
Gnocchi alfredo
Side dishes
Carrots and peas
Cauliflower cheese
Jacket potato
Salad Bar
Build your own bowl from our range of fresh greens, fresh fruit and vegetables, cold meats, pasta, and a variety of dressings and toppings
Dessert of the Day
Apple and berry crumble with custard or ice-cream
Freshly made Soup of the Day
Broccoli
World Cuisine
Katsu curry with
coconut rice and kimchi
Birra beef taco with
side salad
Plant Fusion
Singapore noodles
Pasta/Rice of the Day
Spaghetti carbonara
Side dishes
Waffle fries
Ratatouille
Jacket potato
Salad Bar
Build your own bowl from
our range of fresh greens, fresh fruit and vegetables, cold meats, pasta, and a
variety of dressings and toppings
Dessert of the Day
Chocolate chip cookie with ice-cream
Freshly made Soup of the Day
Carrot and turmeric
World Cuisine
Peanut-free satay
chicken with peanut-free sauce, kimchi and rice
Fish pie
Plant Fusion
Chickpea and vegetable biryani
Pasta/Rice of the Day
Mushroom penne pasta
Side dishes
Buttery mashed potato
Mixed greens
Jacket potato
Salad Bar
Build your own bowl from our range of fresh greens, fresh fruit and vegetables, cold meats, pasta, and a variety of dressings and toppings
Dessert of the Day
Vanilla cheesecake
Terms and Conditions
1. Availability & Booking
i. Packages are available on a first come, first served basis
ii. Full payment is required at the time of booking
2. Meal Package Details (inc. pricing)
i. 22 September to 12 December 2025 pre-paid Total cost £870.
ii. Package includes one breakfast and one dinner per day
a. Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays
b. Breakfast served 8am to 10am
c. Dinner served 5pm to 7pm
iii. Additional items beyond the package allowance will be charged separately at the point of sale
iv. All meals will be served in the James McCune Smith Learning Hub only (sit-in or takeaway, no delivery service is available)
d. Please note, any food taken off the premises is consumed at the student’s own risk
e. Customers will be issued with a Meal Plan card which must be shown at point of service.
3. Usage & Expiry
i. Customers are entitled to one Meal Plan breakfast and one Meal Plan dinner, Monday to Friday for the duration of the Package.
ii. Unused meals do not roll over to the following week
iii. Unused meals cannot be transferred to another student ID
iv. There are no prepaid meal options available at the weekend or University/public holidays
4. Purchasing
i. Prepaid packages are only available to purchase via the online booking link. Booking link opens 0930hrs Thursday 14 August 2025.
ii. Full payment is due at the time of purchase
iii. Cancellation of a Meal Plan can be requested within 14 days of purchase and full refund given.
5. Miscellaneous
i. The University of Glasgow and any subsidiary companies reserve the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice
ii. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotions
iii. Any queries, concerns or complaints relating to this offer should be directed to campuscatering@glasgow.ac.uk A response will be received within 5 working days
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How do I book my Meal Plan?
The online booking link will be available here from 0930hrs on Thursday 14 August 2025.
Payment must be made in full at time of booking. Please do not book a Meal Plan until your offer of study at the University of Glasgow is confirmed.
Closing date for bookings- 31 August 2025
Alternative option for UofG residents
Wolfson Hall is a catered residence where the accommodation fees include breakfast/brunch and dinner 7 days a week. Standard and ensuite rooms available from £204.40 per week. Contract from September to June (39 weeks). If you have already received your offer of accommodation and wish to change to Wolfson Hall, please email accom@glasgow.ac.uk to request an amendment. Rooms subject to availability.
