Class of 2023 Alumni Benefits
Welcome to your UofG alumni family
Congratulations on graduating from a world-class University – you did it!
We know that the next few months will feel very uncertain as you enter the graduate world, that’s why we’ve created a package of alumni benefits for our Class of 2023 to support your next steps.
We’d love to keep in touch as you enter your next chapter and we’re here to help you along the way. You can reach us via alumni@glasgow.ac.uk.
Emily Howie, Head of Alumni Engagement
Careers Service
Looking for advice on applying for work or guidance on career planning?
Log into Glasgow Careers using your GUID and access resources to help you with:
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Access to events and masterclasses
- Career planning
- CVs, applications and interviews
- Further study
- Starting or growing a business
You can also attend online Careers Service events and search for job vacancies.
Once your GUID expires you can create a graduate account and continue to access the same benefits for another two years.
UofG Alumni Book Club
The UofG Alumni Book Club is a virtual forum for alumni to connect with each other, share ideas and discuss member chosen books.
Through lively and thought-provoking conversation members can explore a range of genres, exchange ideas and enjoy life-long learning with the global UofG alumni community.
The Book Club is hosted online – you can participate anywhere, at any time!
Participation is free - just purchase, borrow or download a copy of the book to enjoy.
A dedicated Book Club moderator will lead discussions, share insightful analysis, ask questions and suggest additional content, ensuring a great experience for all.
LinkedIn Learning
Sign up to LinkedIn Learning using your student GUID.
Choose from 16,000+ courses to boost your skills and CV!
Make the most of business, technology and creative courses with personalised recommendations.
Please note: Winter 2023 graduate accounts will be disabled in March 2024. The exact date will be confirmed on the IT webpages.
Coursera
You can access Coursera, the global online learning platform, through the University of Glasgow's Partner Consortium membership with your GUID.
Build your skills with online courses from UofG and many other partner institutions in subjects including: Business, Arts, Computer Science, Public Health, Information Technology and Languages.
Please note: Winter 2023 graduate accounts will be disabled in March 2024. The exact date will be confirmed on the IT webpages.
Advice from Alumni
Sound Tracks is the UofG alumni podcast that’s jam-packed with sound advice from World Changing University of Glasgow grads to help keep your career on track.
With four seasons of episodes to choose from, featuring awesome alumni from across the world, it's the place to get industry insights, practical ideas and honest advice.
The Alumni Spotlight Series showcases successful alumni from their UofG education to their careers and achievements, along with a healthy dose of UofG nostalgia.
Featuring a wide range of inspirational stories from UofG professionals from across the world.
Learn how Jason Leitch navigated the COVID-19 pandemic, hear how Dr Owase Jeelani motivates himself to become a World-renowned Paediatric Neurosurgeon and gain insight into Camilla Pia's path from studying French at UofG to navigating a successful and varied career in media.
Postgraduate and short course study discount
Expand your skills, knowledge and experience by studying a full-time, part-time or distance learning course at UofG.
Postgraduate study
Alumni can get a 20% discount for 2023/2024 enrolment on eligible postgraduate research and taught programmes. Information on eligibility and how to apply.
Short courses
Alumni can get a 10% discount on all short courses at the University. Bookings are now open for 2023 courses, use code ALUMNI10 at checkout to redeem.
Alumni discount on University products and gifts
University of Glasgow ShopAll UofG alumni are entitled to a 10% discount. The University of Glasgow shop offers a wide range of University branded merchandise, as well as products from the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, including Charles Rennie Mackintosh merchandise. From hoodies to bags, teddies to stationery - why not have a browse through our wide range of products. There's something for everyone! The alumni discount code is: UOFGALUM10
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Upskilling Microcredential Courses
You can upskill, re-skill or prove your continuous professional development with University of Glasgow Upskilling Microcredentials.
UofG alumni can get a 20% discount off each course place. Check your eligibility now.
Microcredential courses include:
- Change Management
- Practical Project Management
- Data Driven Leadership skills
Over 2,000 fully-funded places (worth £799 each) are also available on these courses for learners domiciled in Scotland, thanks to the Scottish Funding Council Upskilling Fund.
Visit the Upskilling Microcredentials webpage to find out more and secure your place.
UofG Sport
The fitness facilities at UofG Sport are amongst the best in Glasgow. Continue to be part of the community of the University of Glasgow and enjoy the best experience you can whilst focusing on your wellbeing. UofG Sport is committed to you, working to ensure we offer you a personal experience with clear benefits.
New Graduate Membership is only £15 per month for the first twelve months, a saving of over 40%.
Membership includes:*
- Access to both Stevenson Building and Garscube Sports Complex
- REVOLVE indoor cycling studio
- Over 60 group exercise classes a week
- *NEW* Bespoke access to online class library and weekly, live online classes
- PULSE cardio suite
- POWERPLAY strength and conditioning facility
- 25m swimming pool
- Sauna and steam room
- Drop-in sport sessions
- Squash courts
- Bookable training sessions to ensure access to the facility at your preferred time
Find out more about New Graduate Membership
*Subject to change in response to Covid19 government advice
