Love it, I have never regretted coming to Glasgow uni and I've had an amazing experience with lecturers and people that I've met here. The university is flexible and provides a lot of opportunities for personal and career development and I would recommended to everyone. The city is lovely with plenty of clubs, bars, pubs and restaurants as well as parks, and two rivers so plenty to do!

I feel reasonably prepared as there's a lot of time devoted to lab work however more tutorials or group sessions could be organised to teach you what it's like in a real job

It's very interesting and every day there is something new that has been discovered about a gene or part of the genome or a new technique and many many others. It is also a very challenging course so it stimulates you.

There's two student unions (I think) and I think the people in both of them do a great job organising events, planning fresher's week and all kinds of other things. I am not a member of either unions however I like to visit both buildings and get involved with events.

I think the facilities are very good providing space to study or meet with friends or computer spaces. Labs are kept in a good state with modern technologies so I think the facilities are amazing.

Love Glasgow, it's a very vibrant city with a character and there's something for everyone.

There's at least a 100 clubs and societies in the University of Glasgow from vinyl society to tea society and horse riding. There are plenty of choices and I was part of a Language for water society where you would donate some money for wateraid africa and in exchange native speakers would teach you their language for several weeks. Loved it

I've had very good experience receiving support from my lecturers for example when I've asked for a reference, advice, or how to apply for a placement. I know that there is a very good advice service that is anonymous as well as financial support service and many others.

Studying at the University of Glasgow has been a fantastic experience. I found my course very interesting and engaging, my lecturers - incredibly helpful and often inspiring, and my coursemates welcoming and fun. The city offers a lot to do, and the universities has a range of clubs to cater to every taste.

Careers services frequently publish placements (available either specifically to Glasgow University students or to anyone). The School of Life Sciences also publishes placements on their page, which is really helpful when searching for available positions. Many lecturers are also open to hosting enthusiastic students in their labs (there are both paid and volunteering positions). In terms of transferable skills, the Careers department organises a series of courses.

Favourite aspect of the course: there are lots of sessions for data analysis, experimental design, discussion of literature, which are very interactive and engaging + invaluable for developing one's critical thinking. There are also many lab hours, providing useful practice and giving a taste of experimental biology research. Least favourite aspect: there are many student-led presentations in the final year of the course that are not always as fascinating to listen to.

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There are two student unions, GUU and QMU, with the former exhibiting a focus on "popular culture," with a very popular night club (Hive) playing dance/R&B/hip-hop/top-chart pieces. QMU plays alternative/indie/rock music. Both clubs contain bars, places to eat, and are a meeting place for many societies. They also organise different event nights.

Facilties are quite good, with good laboratories, a large and comfortable library, a fantastic and spacious gym with a range of classes + pool+ sauna, etc. The food in the university canteen and different cafes is quite mediocre.

Glasgow is a fantastic city with a very vibrant atmosphere. There are numerous restaurants, pubs, fast food places, bars, night clubs, and Glaswegian people clearly like a good time. Scottish people are incredibly friendly and welcoming to foreigners.

There are a range of societies and sports clubs. All the sports that I can think of have a corresponding team, and there are societies ranging from poker, chess, to crafts, dancing.... People are welcoming, and it's easy to get integrated and make friends.

Academic support is excellent - your academic supervisor sometimes also serves as a life mentor, in a way (though of course, experiences can vary). Lecturers, esp. course coordinators, seem very invested in the success and well-being of their students, and genuinely are looking to enhance student experience. Feedback on assignments is OK. No personal experience of counselling, though I've heard it's not excellent (very long waiting lists).