Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Alexandra
From: University of Glasgow
To: University of Glasgow
2025 • Fall
The transports are easy to use but they don't run during the night, so after a night out you will have to walk are take a taxi. The west end and city center…..
What kind of place was it?
Other
How much was the rent per month?
1000£
Where was it located?
Merchant City, 30mins from campus by subway
How can someone find this place?
https://www.thesocialhub.co
Would you recommend it?
Yes because the building is very modern with everything you need (your own bathroom, well equiped shared kitchen). However, if you can get the university accomodation go for it. It make the experience 10x more fun.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
There are so many pubs in Glasgow. I would recommend Hillhead Book Club (on thursdays for karaoke nights), Kitty O Sheas (for the live music), and Vodka Wodka for the student vibes.
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Just choose what you're interested in and everything should go well.
Do you have some tips?
The campus is big but the main building is stunning. There are loads of study spaces. Yes I would pick the same uni again.
Best trips to do?
From Glasgow you can visit many cities like Stirling or Edinburgh by taking the train (less that 20£ for a day trip). There are also many parks like Pollock Park where you can see highland cows. There are also many hikes around Glasgow that are accessible by bus.
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Glasgow?
The transports are easy to use but they don't run during the night, so after a night out you will have to walk are take a taxi. The west end and city center are safe to walk in late at night but if you have to cross the city it can be dangereous (like every big city). It rains a lot and there are a lot of puddles so bring boots.
Go to the association/sport club fair at the start of the semester and join a club !! I joined the ski club as a competitive member and it's how I met all my friends. Sport wednesdays go crazy too
Emilie
From: Efap Paris
To: Glasgow Caledonian University
2025 • Fall
Yes ! You’ll have flatmates so you need to be okay with sharing kitchen, bathroom and shower but you’ll have your own bedroom and sink. Also I think it is…..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
Around 600/month
Where was it located?
Right next to the uni and 10min (not even) from the city centre and 5min from the main bus station
How can someone find this place?
Via the uni
Would you recommend it?
Yes ! You’ll have flatmates so you need to be okay with sharing kitchen, bathroom and shower but you’ll have your own bedroom and sink. Also I think it is crucial to encounter people. I know some who prefered having their own apartment etc but they struggled to meet other internationnal students. Also it is next to everything in the city so really usefull. i really liked the experience and created cool friendships !
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Loads of clubs and pubs open everyday (more in the end of the week but still) My tops are Club - The Buff, Manuka Bars / pubs - Felson (chill, pool etc), Malone’s
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
You have plenty of classes to choose between. I would recommend having a funnier one (betwsen marketing theories I had sport and media)
Do you have some tips?
Amazing campus with big library where to work etc. Registration super easy. The uni sends a lot of emails so you’re not on your own. Also there is an assignement help department to help you in preparing exams or essays etc. Would recommend going
Best trips to do?
Isle of skye, Harry Potter train, Edinburgh (1h15-30 from glasgow, max 10pounds by bus). Would recommend taking the train and explore cities even if it is less famous. Went on tours with some companies cause without a car (under 25 it is expensive) it is complicated.
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Glasgow?
You’ll walk a lot but it is a nice city and think about going out with something for the rain, in 5min it can go from sunny to rainy ahah
In the GCU residence for student, there’s a social space (working, pool, ping pong, cinema room) very cool to change from working in the library, bedroom, kitchen or coffee shop. And really cool to spend time with friends without having to go out
Lucie
From: University of the West of Scotland
To: University of the West of Scotland
2024 • Fall
Paisley has a good range of transport options (train, bus, plane), and the town is a 10-minute train ride from Glasgow. However, traveling in Scotland is…..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
600€
Where was it located?
Paisley
How can someone find this place?
Would you recommend it?
Yes, it was a pleasant experience. The student residence is located next to the campus and there are many activities offered to meet other students. The classes were interesting and the teachers are friendly. Paisley is a beautiful, quiet town close to Glasgow. I recommend it !
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
There are a few bars and nightclubs in Paisley, but the town is rather quiet in the evenings. It is recommended to go out in Glasgow, which is livelier and easily accessible by public transport.
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
There are a lot of courses and possibilities. I really enjoyed Marketing and leadership courses.
Do you have some tips?
The Paisley campus is great: it's big but easy to get to and it's easy to find your way around. There are lots of people and students available to help you. There's a large library, a cafeteria, and a gym available. It's a very nice campus. There are lots of different communities, which is great for meeting people from different cultures.
Best trips to do?
Paisley has a good range of transport options (train, bus, plane), and the town is a 10-minute train ride from Glasgow. However, traveling in Scotland is relatively expensive. Major cities are well-connected, but if you want to travel within the country, it's recommended to have a car (given that renting a car in Scotland is complicated and expensive). Therefore, you'll need to plan ahead to book trains and budget for your travels.
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Glasgow?
Paisley is a very quiet and relatively safe town. Glasgow, like all big cities, is dynamic and lively. Some places are to be avoided, but the majority of people are friendly. The Scots are a little cold at first, but remain very welcoming.
I recommend purchasing a train pass, which will save you a lot of money on travel, or renting a car if possible. It's important to book your trips well in advance to avoid excessively high prices. I recommend traveling to the north of Scotland, hiking, and visiting castles. Finally, I recommend seeing Edinburgh over several days because it's a very rich city with many things to see and museums to visit.
Martin
From: KeDGE Business School
To: University of the west scotland
2025 • Spring
The weather was terrible for me but he people have the sun in their hearts, as the saying tells us "People make Glasgow". So everyone is nice plus if you are…..
What kind of place was it?
Classic Apartment
How much was the rent per month?
800
Where was it located?
In the merchant City of Glasgow close to any shops and bars you need
How can someone find this place?
don't remember how he found it
Would you recommend it?
nice because I was with an other French who was clean in his way of living. The appartient was indeed clean.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
The Wetherspoons are crazy, the Irish Pubs too. You have to start very early your nights cause everyone is in his bed at 2 or 3 am so I am able to recommend only bars
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
None
Do you have some tips?
The campus is not very cool, I didn't find any formations about the come to school but the teachers are OK. Not at all
Best trips to do?
good to discover the British islands, amazing to go Hiking and discover the highlands and lowlands but except that its not easy to take the planed go see the sun in southern Europe
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Glasgow?
The weather was terrible for me but he people have the sun in their hearts, as the saying tells us "People make Glasgow". So everyone is nice plus if you are French you will be loved by everyone so don't hesitate to meet someScottish lads and they will propose you rapidly some activities with them !
The electricity has to be paid by cards you buy at the post Office, so it's not like in France when you pay at the end of the month what you consumed. Except that go discover the lakes, campaign and Higlands of Scotland, go there, sleep there and be close to the nature which is incredible there :).
Jolan
From: Kedge Business School
To: Strathclyde University
2025 • Spring
Go to the old center, not the commercial center, there is a lot of parks..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
800
Where was it located?
In the city center, next to the school
How can someone find this place?
Spareroom
Would you recommend it?
Yes
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Every pub to meet people
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Everything but the classes that are only on teams
Do you have some tips?
Incrédule, a lot of associations and great buildings
Best trips to do?
The highlands
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Glasgow?
Go to the old center, not the commercial center, there is a lot of parks
Don't hesitate if you love hiking and sports in general
