January in Glasgow
New for January 2025!
Unique Experiences
EXPERIENCE THE CITY'S VIBRANT LIVE MUSIC SCENE
By attending concerts at iconic venues like the Barrowland Ballroom or King Tut's Wah Wah Hut
EXPLORE THE KELVINGROVE PARK AND MUSEUM
Or the Pollok Park Burrell Collection, immersing yourself in both natural beauty and art collections
VENTURE TO THE WEST END
for eclectic cafes, traditional and international food, plus modern boutiques and fashion
45 MILES
TO TRAVEL FROM GLASGOW TO EDINBURGH
15
STATIONS ON THE GLASGOW SUBWAY
330
MILLION-YEAR-OLD TREES 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 warmth 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 & Activies
- 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
- Go on a guided mural walk
- Visit Glasgow Cathedral, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and learn its fascinating tales
- Visit Hampden Park – the Scottish National football stadium
- Wander around Glasgow Necropolis
- Attend a traditional Burns Supper to taste haggis and try whiskey
- Enjoy live music at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut
Program Blogs
Glasgow vs. Edinburgh Study Abroad: Which is Better for You?
Wondering whether to study abroad in Edinburgh or Glasgow, Scotland? We've got you covered as we explore differences in the cost of living, population, featured programs, and more!
EAT, DRINK, EXPLORE: GLASGOW
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Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Glasgow offers different housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home: A homestay or a single room or double room in a shared apartment or residence hall. Additionally, all housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room at a homestay or a single/double room in a shared apartment/residence hall located under 30 minutes from CIEE Glasgow.
- Homestays: Live with a local host, with or without another CIEE student, and immerse yourself in the city's culture. Each student has an individual room.
- Shared Apartments/Residence Halls: Apartments and residence halls boast kitchens, common areas and working spaces and laundry facilities shared with other students. You also have access to a gym and shared bikes.
Meals
- Homestays: Breakfasts and dinners are provided seven days a week. Dietary needs may be accommodated.
- Shared Apartments/Residence Halls: Meals are not included, but a communal kitchen will be available.
Academics
Students spend three weeks in January taking coursework complemented with co-curricular activities to immerse themselves in the culture and facilitate intercultural learning. Classes take place at CIEE Glasgow.
Course Information
Visual and Performing Arts
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 January 2025 3 weeks | 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.
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
Claire Kinloch Anderson
Center Director
Claire is an experienced professional with a strong background in broadcast journalism, working for the BBC, Sky TV, and STV. With an M.A. in Modern Languages from Cambridge University, she...
Calum Williamson
Program Manager
Calum is a seasoned professional in student recruitment and international education, having held key roles at prestigious institutions like the University of St Andrews and the University of Edinburgh. A...
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