Arts + Sciences (Strathclyde)
Unique Experiences
Enjoy Weekend Trips
to emblematic Scottish cities and iconic towns
Visit
cultural and historical landmarks in Scotland and the U.K.
Take Day Trips
to explore the Highlands
20
Museums
1.6 M
Population of Glasgow Metro Area
11
Fossilised Tree Stumps in Fossil Grove
Your Destination
Home to renowned art galleries, world-class museums, inspiring street art, leafy green spaces, historic landmarks, and a legendary music scene, Glasgow is considered Scotland’s commercial and cultural epicenter. The city’s particular location between Highland and Lowland Scotland and its distance from Edinburgh, the country’s capital, make Glasgow a prosperous market center. Not only is Glasgow the largest city in Scotland – it’s also the largest economic region of the country, and accounts for a third of Scotland’s business base, research, power, and employment opportunities.
When you study abroad in Glasgow, you’ll quickly discover why this city is considered one of the friendliest in the world. Glaswegians are known for their warm and welcoming hospitality, making this city a lovely place to become better acquainted with Scottish tradition and charm. In addition to befriending locals, you’ll spend your time appreciating Glasgow’s industrial prowess, 19th-century Victorian architecture, dynamic arts scene, and how the city became designated a UNESCO City of Music site. With its tourist-friendly culture and cosmopolitan vibe, your time learning and living in Glasgow will be nothing short of epic!
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Glasgow.
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
- Go on a guided walking tour of Glasgow’s outstanding historic city center such as the merchant city neighborhood, where wealthy traders had their homes in the 18th century
- Discover unique street art, which is one of the best expressions of Glasgow’s vibrant urban culture
- Visit Glasgow Cathedral, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and learn its fascinating tales
- Visit the Celtic Park Stadium
- Wander around Glasgow Necropolis
- Attend a traditional Ceilidh to see culture in action
- Enjoy live music at Kings Tuts Wah Hut
- Honor Saint Valentine in the Blessed St. John Duns Scotus Church
- Enjoy a picnic in the Kelvingrove Park on a sunny day with local friends
- Admire modern art at the Gallery of Modern Art
- Wander down The Lanes, one of the most hipster attractions down Byres Road
- Cycle along the Forth and Clyde Canal
Program Blogs
Discovering Glasgow: A Transformative 4-Week Journey in Scotland
Glasgow and Scotland were amazing places to live and experience for the 4-week CIEE program. I’m glad I went into this program with little expectations, not knowing much about Scotland... keep reading
Relaxing in Glasgow
In Glasgow, the pursuit of tranquility, a quality cup of tea, or the perfect spot to catch up with friends isn't just a pastime; it's a part of the city's... keep reading
Your Guide to Scottish Slang: Top 10 Phrases You Should Know
If you’re about to embark on a Scotland study abroad adventure, it’s a smart idea to familiarize yourself with the dialects, accents, and even varying languages spoken in this charming... keep reading
Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Glasgow offers comfortable housing in residence halls or in homestays.
Standard Housing:
- Residence halls: Includes a single room in a residence hall on the Strathclyde campus, a 10-minute walk to the CIEE Center, with easy access to many shops and restaurants. Students have access to kitchens on each floor. Some of the rooms have a sink in the room. Bathroom facilities are typically shared with two or three others.
- Homestays: Students will be able to live in a homestay around Glasgow and immerse themselves in the Glasgow culture. They will have their own lockable room, laundry facilities, and freedom to come and go as they please whilst spending time with their host family and learning more about what life is like living in Scotland.
Select Housing: Residence Halls: Includes single accommodation in student residences in the city center, within a 10-minute walk to Campus and the CIEE Center. Students have access to spacious shared kitchens and there are on-site facilities including a gym, laundry and restaurants. Rooms have ensuite bathrooms.
Meals
Residence halls: Meals are not provided by the university although there are plenty of options to purchase meals and snacks from the cafes and restaurants on-site. In the residence halls, students have access to kitchens and CIEE provides a full kitchen pack for students to prepare their meals.
Homestays: Host families provide two meals per day.
Academics
Students will take between three and six classes per semester at CIEE Glasgow or CIEE’s partner institution, the University of Strathclyde. Courses may include lectures, discussions, critical analysis of readings, case studies, audio-visual documents, and field trips, and require active participation from the students. Students will be assessed based on a combination of participation, exams, oral presentations, research papers, etc.
Course Information
Please click for the list of classes available to exchange students in your chosen department:
- Architecture
- Strathclyde Business School
- Biomedical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry (Chemistry is only able to students for two semesters/full academic year due to the yearlong structure of their classes)
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Design Manufacturing and Engineering Management
- Electronic & Electrical Engineering
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
- Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
- Politics and International Relations
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Physics
- School of Law
- Social Policy
- School of Social Work and Social Policy
- Speech and Language Pathology
- Sports and Physical Activity
- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
Some host institution courses may have specific requirements. These can be found listed for each module.
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Spring 2025 19 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $19,950 |
| Program Fall 2025 14 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $19,950 | |
| Program Fall 2024 15 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $19,950 |
| Program Academic year 2024-2025 37 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $14,456**
Housing = $5,000***
Insurance = $194
Total Fees = $19,950Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $1,663†
International Airfare = $1,250††
Local Transportation = $300
Books & Supplies = $100
Visa Fees = $0†††
Personal expenses = $300††††
Total Costs = $3,613Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
Select Housing Fee = $750
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Unless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $14,456**
Housing = $5,000***
Insurance = $194
Total Fees = $19,950Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $408†
International Airfare = $1,250††
Local Transportation = $300
Books & Supplies = $100
Visa Fees = $0†††
Personal expenses = $260††††
Total Costs = $2,318Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $350 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Unless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $14,456**
Housing = $5,000***
Insurance = $194
Total Fees = $19,950Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $1,225†
International Airfare = $1,250††
Local Transportation = $300
Books & Supplies = $100
Visa Fees = $0†††
Personal expenses = $260††††
Total Costs = $3,135Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Unless a student is completing an internship, there are no visa fees for academic programs under six months in the UK for US-passport holders. US-passport holders stay in the UK on a Visitor visa.
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
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