Top 10 reasons to join University of Gloucestershire
1. Industry links and placements
Every year our students complete over 4,000 placements and internships in the UK and abroad.
From London Fashion Week and the BBC, to beachfront hotels in South Carolina or fast paced A&E departments – our students push themselves to graduate a step ahead.
2. UoG Career Toolkit
Integrated into your degree as part of our curriculum transformation, the UoG Career Toolkit gives you the competitive edge to fast-track your journey from study to success. It’s a guarantee that you will graduate with the specific skills, values, and experience that employers are looking for right now.
3. The 3 UoG promises
Find your people and purpose with our 3 promises, designed to make sure you get the most from your UoG experience.
Starting with guaranteed accommodation, they also cover careers and connections, providing the support you need throughout your university journey and beyond.
4. 1-to-1 advice
Our Student Centres – one in Cheltenham and one in Gloucester – can provide 1-to-1 support and advice. From choosing where to live, accessing dyslexia support, scholarships and funding, or health and wellbeing support – no question is left unanswered.
You also get a personal tutor from day 1 to help you get the most out of your degree.
5. Festival county
We have over 45 festivals a year, including jazz, science, food and literature. We also have over 500 pubs, clubs and bars and a whole host of activities in the great outdoors. Gloucestershire isn’t what you might expect – it’s the perfect place to experience the best of both city and country life.
6. Expert lecturers
Our lecturers are published experts, active researchers, practising artists and experienced professionals who will challenge and inspire you throughout your degree. They’re often still working in their field and can share the latest knowledge and connections.
7. Global outlook
Studying abroad can be a great way to experience different cultures and learn new skills. You’ll have chances to study abroad, or you can complete international placements and field trips in places like New York, South Africa, Vancouver and Florence. Check course pages for details.
8. A diverse community
You’ll be joining a vibrant and connected community of students. We offer over 50 different sports clubs and societies and host various large-scale events throughout the year, including our infamous Welcome Fayre, Varsity, and the SU Student Awards.
9. Cutting edge facilities
From our international-standard sports arena, Business School and Design Centre, to high-tech labs, mock nursing clinics and film studios – you’ll work in our industry-standard facilities so you can graduate fully prepared.
Our students also benefit from FutureSim, a new integrated hub combining cutting-edge simulation, AI-ready technology and real-world environments, alongside Future Park, which features a Cyber Control Centre, Virtual Reality Facility and digital lounge.
10. Our graduates are kept busy
94% of our graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating, according to the most recent Graduate Outcomes Survey*
UoG was also recently ranked in the top 20 for careers prospects in the UK according to the WhatUni Student Choice survey 2023.
Our Careers and Employability team provides you with personalised careers and employability support, to help you develop the skills and confidence for a successful future. From volunteering opportunity to writing CVs, we’ll make sure you get the help you need with continued support after you graduate.
*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2026 and based on 2023/24 leavers
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