Studying in South Scotland

Scotland has an excellent education system both in city and rural locations. With over 240 schools, seven universities and more than five colleges within commuting distance, South Scotland is a great place to learn and develop.

Schools

There are over 200 primary and secondary education establishments across the three councils that cover South Scotland area

• 207 Primary schools (ages 5-12)
• 33 Secondary schools (ages 12-18)
• 2 Special schools (for children with additional support needs)

There are also several independent schools in the area.

Visit the Learning and Teaching Scotland website for more on schools in Scotland

Universities and colleges

Universities

There are several major universities in the Scotland within commuting distance of South Scotland

• University of the West of Scotland (campuses in Paisley, Ayr, Dumfries, Hamilton)
• University of Glasgow (Glasgow)
• Glasgow Caledonian University (Glasgow)
• University of Strathclyde (Glasgow)
• Heriot Watt (Edinburgh)
• Napier (Edinburgh)
• Scottish Agricultural College (Edinburgh)

More on Scotland's universities

Colleges

There are several colleges in South Scotland offering a range of courses

• Ayr College
• Barony College
• Borders College
• Dumfries and Galloway College
• Newbattle Abbey College