Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the 4th oldest university in the UK and one of the largest with 16,500 undergraduates, 5,000 postgraduates and 5,000 adults in continuing education.
The University of Glasgow is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of major research-led universities and a founder member of Universitas 21, an international grouping of universities dedicated to setting worldwide standards for higher education. It has over 5,000 staff and an annual turnover of £290M. Its staff make valued contributions to collaborative work with some 200 institutions around the world. It has students from over 120 different countries.
More information about the University of Glasgow
More information about Economic and Social History: The University of Glasgow hosts the largest group of economic and social historians in Scotland.
Teaching Staff
Professor Duncan Ross
Professor (Economic & Social History) and Dean of Graduate Studies (Social Sciences College Senior Management)
Research Interests
- Scottish economic history in the 20th century
- Multinationals and the impact of FDI in Scotland since 1945
- Banking and finance in twentieth century Britain
- Savings banks in Scotland since 1835
Professor Jeffrey Fear
Professor of International Business History (Economic & Social History)
Research Interests
- 20th Century German business and economic history
- Competitiveness and internationalisation of family/small and midsize businesses
- History of multinational business and international cartels
- Comparative corporate governance and organisation
- Immigrant entrepreneurship
Professor Neil Rollings
Professor of Economic and Business History (Economic & Social History)
Research Interests
- Scottish economic history in the 20th century
- Multinationals and the impact of FDI in Scotland since 1945
- Banking and finance in twentieth century Britain
- Savings banks in Scotland since 1835
Dr Helen Yaffe
Senior Lecturer (Economic & Social History)
Research Interests
- Cuban development (including developments in medical science/biotechnology, energy and ecology, sustainable development, education, science and technology)
- Economic History of Cuba
- Latin American development and Latin American regionalism
- Socialist political economy
Dr Hannah-Louise Clark
Lecturer in Global Economic and Social History (Economic & Social History)
Research Interests
- North Africa in its Islamic, European, colonial, and global contexts c1800-Present
- Innovation and knowledge/technology transfer in the Middle East and North Africa
- Global dynamics of health, social welfare, and bureaucracy
Accommodation
You will receive further advice on searching for accommodation in Glasgow in your Welcome Pack during the summer. The map below details transportation links across Glasgow to and from the central university campus.
Cost of living
Click here for information on the cost of living in Glasgow
Visa information
You can check to see if you require a visa on the UK Government Check If You Need a UK Visa webpage. Students should also consult the information on the University of Glasgow International Student Support website. Information on different visa types and entry routes to the UK can be found below:
Standard Visitor Visa
If you require a visa for a single semester of study at the University of Glasgow (Study Tracks A – G), you should apply for a Standard Visitor Visa. This is valid for up to six months and so is suitable for one semester in Glasgow. The documentation, including a Standard Visitor Letter, to support applications will be issued by the University of Glasgow GLOCAL team during the summer before the start of your studies. Please note that you will not be eligible to apply for the UK Graduate Visa after your studies.
Standard Visitor
Some students, depending on their nationality, may be able to enter the UK for up to six months without a visa as a Standard Visitor. From 2025, students will require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK. More information on ETAs can be found in the UK Government ‘What is an ETA?’ video and ‘Applying for a UK ETA’ video. Please note that you will not be eligible to apply for the UK Graduate Visa after your studies.
Student Visa(Study Tracks H and I only)
International students on Study Tracks H and I who spend their full second year at the University of Glasgow should apply for a UK Student Visa. The documentation, including a CAS, to support applications will be issued by the University of Glasgow during the summer before the start of the second year of studies. Student Visa holders are permitted to accept and undertake work whilst in the United Kingdom, subject to specific instructions from United Kingdom Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
The University of Glasgow Admissions team will issue CAS to all relevant students. For Erasmus Mundus scholarship students, we will provide a Confirmation of Funding letter to help with proof of funding required for visa applications. This will be provided at around the same time you receive your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) letter from the University Admissions Team.
Student Visa Holder Responsibilities
If the University of Glasgow has issued you with a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to obtain your UK Student Visa, the University must comply with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations regarding attendance monitoring and absence reporting as well as checking that you have the necessary documentation and permission allowing you to undertake study in the UK. You can find information on Student Visa holder responsibilities here: University of Glasgow – Registry – Immigration Compliance – Student Visa Responsibilities
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