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BSc Music Technology

University of the West of Scotland
Full-time4 YearsYear AbroadSubject: General Studies
Course Score
C /60
Graduate Salary
£24,500
Satisfaction
85%
Degree Completion
70%
Professional Jobs
59%
Meaningful Work
60%
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About the West of Scotland

The University of the West of Scotland (Scottish Gaelic: Oilthigh na h-Alba an Iar), formerly the University of Paisley, is a public university with four campuses in south-western Scotland, in the towns of Paisley, Blantyre, Dumfries and Ayr, as well as a campus in London, England. The present institution dates from August 2007, following the merger of the University of Paisley with Bell College, Hamilton. It can trace its roots to the late 19th century, and has undergone numerous name changes and mergers over the last century, reflecting its gradual expansion throughout the west of Scotland region.

The university currently has 16,105 students, with approximately 1300 staff, spread across four schools of learning. The Crichton Campus in Dumfries is maintained in partnership with a number of other institutions, including the University of Glasgow.

Local Community Integrity

Moving to a new city can be daunting. Based on official Government data, here is the demographic reality of the tight-knit neighbourhood immediately surrounding The Dyson Institute.

Community Safety10/10
Relative safety and crime rates
GP & Healthcare Access9/10
Proximity and access to local GPs
Air Quality10/10
Local air quality and emissions
Housing Quality9/10
Condition of local housing stock
Economic Health8/10
Local income and poverty levels
Overall Deprivation10/10
UK Indices of Multiple Deprivation

*Data represents the Lower Super Output Area (LSOA) indices immediately contiguous to the campus perimeter.

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What Students Say

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The curriculum is highly engaging. An impressive 94% of students found this course to be consistently intellectually stimulating.

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Marking and assessment is viewed as largely fair, with 82% of cohorts agreeing exams and essays were graded appropriately.

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Academic support is accessible; 61% of students stated good advice was readily available when evaluating their module options.

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Course organization structure is perfectly solid. Over 78% say the timetables were well-organized and running smoothly.

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The community feel here is incredible. 94% of students agreed that they truly feel part of a community of staff and students.

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The Students' Union does a massive amount of work here. 63% of us feel they effectively represent our academic interests.

Student Living Costs

Scotland
Est. Annual Total
£9,660
*Based on NatWest Student Index
Monthly Breakdown£805
Rent£550
Groceries£105
Bills & Transport£150
Average Pint£4.80

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