University of Glasgow for Nigerian Students
QS #79 ranked University of Glasgow (Russell Group) is located in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Nigerian students can apply directly to undergraduate programmes. WAEC/NECO is accepted as an O-level equivalent. Undergraduate tuition is £27,720–£62,730/year, with a minimum IELTS of 6.5. For Masters entry, a minimum GPA of 3.5/5 (2:1) and IELTS 6.5 is required, with tuition from £26,460–£34,470/year. 4 scholarships are tracked for Nigerian students, including University of Glasgow African Excellence Award and Chevening Scholarship.
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Direct entry available. Medicine/Dentistry/Vet Med deadline October 15 via UCAS. IELTS may be waived with WAEC English grade C6. Non-clinical fees top out at £33,210; £62,730 is Medicine. Fees shown are 2026/27.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: £27,720–£62,730. Application deadline: January 14.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.5/5 (2:1 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required. Some programmes (Law, some MSc) require IELTS 7.0/6.5. Business Analytics and Finance & Management at the top of the fee range (£34,470). Fees shown are 2026/27.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: £26,460–£34,470. Application deadline: Rolling — programme-specific; apply early for competitive Business School programmes. Decision time: 4–8 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.5/5 (2:1 minimum; relevant Masters usually expected). Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available. Entry criteria vary by college. Research proposal and supervisor contact recommended before applying.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Deadline
Rolling — January–March for most funded positions
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
University of Glasgow African Excellence Award
by University of Glasgow · Masters
Learn more →Chevening Scholarship
by UK Government (FCDO) · Masters
Learn more →Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission + Glasgow · Masters
Learn more →World Changers Global Excellence Scholarship
by University of Glasgow · Undergraduate
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does the University of Glasgow accept WAEC?
Yes — and unusually for a Russell Group university, Glasgow accepts WAEC SSCE for DIRECT undergraduate entry, no Foundation Year needed if your grades are strong. Glasgow maps WAEC to A-level requirements: all A grades for A*AA programmes, majority A grades for AAA, and minimum B grades for ABB/BBB programmes. If your grades fall short, Glasgow International College (Kaplan) offers a foundation route from £23,870.
Can Nigerian students skip IELTS at Glasgow?
Often, yes. Glasgow accepts WAEC English Language grade C6 or above in place of IELTS for most programmes — a significant saving in cost and time. Check your specific programme's English language requirements page to confirm, as some competitive programmes (Law, Medicine) may still require IELTS 7.0.
What GPA do Nigerian students need for a Glasgow Masters?
Glasgow publishes an explicit Nigeria equivalency: a CGPA of 3.50–3.99 on the 5.0 scale equals a UK 2:1, which is the standard requirement for most taught Masters. A 3.0–3.49 CGPA equals a 2:2, which some programmes accept. IELTS is typically 6.5 overall with 6.0 per component — or waived with WAEC English C6.
What scholarships can Nigerian students get at Glasgow?
The standout is Glasgow's own African Excellence Award — up to 16 full tuition-fee waivers for one-year Masters programmes, open to African passport holders domiciled in Africa (deadline around March each year). Nigerians are also eligible for Chevening and Commonwealth Shared Scholarships. Note: Glasgow's GREAT Scholarships 2026 did not include Nigeria (the list changes yearly).
Tips for Applying to Glasgow
Glasgow is one of the most Nigeria-friendly Russell Group universities: WAEC is accepted for direct undergraduate entry, WAEC English C6 can replace IELTS, and the African Excellence Award offers up to 16 full Masters fee waivers specifically for African students. A 4th-oldest-in-the-English-speaking-world pedigree at fees notably below London — strong value for ambitious students with good grades.
Official source: University of Glasgow ↗Plan Your United Kingdom Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Nigerian passport holders applying to United Kingdom.
Cost of Living in Glasgow
Private shared room from £350; university halls £130–£240/week self-catered
Subway and buses; West End is walkable from most student areas
Lower end for shared bills; included in university halls