Get to Know Glasgow

University of Glasgow, Team UofG

Are you thinking of studying at the University of Glasgow? Do you want to know if it's the right fit for you?  Then this podcast has you covered!   In each episode, you’ll learn about student life from the people who know it best: real UofG students.   They’ll share their Glasgow journeys and top tips on everything from student accommodation to funding options. So you’ll know what it’s really like to be part of #TeamUofG.   Find out more at www.glasgow.ac.uk/gettoknowglasgow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Season 2, Ep 8: What we wish we’d known about the campus

    11/28/2025

    Season 2, Ep 8: What we wish we’d known about the campus

    In the eigth episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Serena, Aaron and Shounak share what they wish they'd known about the UofG campus from study spots to safety and student unions. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students: Serena is from Scotland and is in her 4th undergraduate year studying History of Art & English Literature (MA)Aaron is from Scotland and is in his 4th undergraduate year studying French & Spanish (MA)Shounak is from India and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Biotechnology & Management (MSc) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  2. Season 2, Ep 7: What you need to know about living here and exploring

    11/21/2025

    Season 2, Ep 7: What you need to know about living here and exploring

    In the seventh episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Yessi, Jessica and Aaron share their experiences of living in Glasgow and exploring the city, Scotland and the UK. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students: Yessi is from Indonesia and is a postgraduate taught student, studying International Comparative Education (MSc) Jessica is from the USA and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Film & Television Studies (MLitt) Aaron is from Scotland and is in his 4th undergraduate year studying French & Spanish (MA) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  3. Season 2, Ep 6: How to make new friends at university

    11/14/2025

    Season 2, Ep 6: How to make new friends at university

    In the sixth episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Yessi, Serena and Shounak share their experiences of making new friends at university, and chat about the various clubs, societies and sports opportunities available at UofG to help connect with others. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students: Yessi is from Indonesia and is a postgraduate taught student, studying International Comparative Education (MSc) Serena is from Scotland and is in her 4th undergraduate year studying History of Art & English Literature (MA) Shounak is from India and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Biotechnology & Management (MSc) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  4. Season 2, Ep 5: Where to live as a student in Glasgow

    11/07/2025

    Season 2, Ep 5: Where to live as a student in Glasgow

    In the fifth episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Jessica, Aaron and Shounak share their experiences of living in Glasgow as a student, from private accommodation, student halls and renting. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students: Jessica is from the USA and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Film & Television Studies (MLitt)Aaron is from Scotland and is in his 4th undergraduate year studying French & Spanish (MA)Shounak is from India and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Biotechnology & Management (MSc) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  5. Season 2, Ep 4: What to do if things get hard

    10/31/2025

    Season 2, Ep 4: What to do if things get hard

    In the fourth episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Jessica, Serena and Aaron share their experiences of accessing support at the University when things get hard, from academic support to wellbeing services. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students: Jessica is from the USA and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Film & Television Studies (MLitt)Serena is from Scotland and is in her 4th undergraduate year studying History of Art & English Literature (MA)Aaron is from Scotland and is in his 4th undergraduate year studying French & Spanish (MA) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  6. Season 2, Ep 3: What you need to know about the cost of living in Glasgow

    10/24/2025

    Season 2, Ep 3: What you need to know about the cost of living in Glasgow

    In the third episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Jessica, Serena and Shounak share their experiences of the cost of living in Glasgow, providing insider tips on budgeting and the best student discounts close to campus. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students: Jessica is from the USA and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Film & Television Studies (MLitt)Serena is from Scotland and is in her 4th undergraduate year studying History of Art & English Literature (MA)Shounak is from India and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Biotechnology & Management (MSc) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  7. Season 2, Ep 2: What we wish we’d known about Careers

    10/17/2025

    Season 2, Ep 2: What we wish we’d known about Careers

    In the second episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Yessi, Serena and Aaron discuss what they wish they’d known about Careers, from part-time jobs and internships to the benefits of volunteering. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students: Yessi is from Indonesia and is a postgraduate taught student, studying International Comparative Education (MSc)Serena is from Scotland and is in her 4th undergraduate year studying History of Art & English Literature (MA)Aaron is from Scotland and is in his 4th undergraduate year studying French & Spanish (MA) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min
  8. Season 2, Ep 1: How to survive your first month in Glasgow

    10/10/2025

    Season 2, Ep 1: How to survive your first month in Glasgow

    In the first episode of Season 2 of our Get to Know Glasgow podcast, students Jessica, Shounak and Yessi share their experiences of settling into Glasgow, preparing for the unpredictable weather and getting to grips with the Glaswegian accent. The series is hosted by Alice from External Relations. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. About our students Yessi is from Indonesia and is a postgraduate taught student, studying International Comparative Education (MSc)Shounak is from India and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Biotechnology & Management (MSc)Jessica is from the USA and is a postgraduate taught student, studying Film & Television Studies (MLitt) Links: Find out more about studying at the University of Glasgow Do you have questions about life at the University of Glasgow? You can chat to UofG student Unibuddies who’ll be happy to share their experiencesOr you can contact our admissions team via our Enquiry Form Find out more about the Get to Know Glasgow podcast Follow UofG on: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/uofglasgow YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/uofglasgow Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow And search #MeetTeamUofG to watch videos created by UofG students, to get to know even more about Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
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Are you thinking of studying at the University of Glasgow? Do you want to know if it's the right fit for you?  Then this podcast has you covered!   In each episode, you’ll learn about student life from the people who know it best: real UofG students.   They’ll share their Glasgow journeys and top tips on everything from student accommodation to funding options. So you’ll know what it’s really like to be part of #TeamUofG.   Find out more at www.glasgow.ac.uk/gettoknowglasgow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    University of Glasgow, Team UofG
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © University of Glasgow, Team UofG
  • Show Website
    Get to Know Glasgow