The University of Glasgow is upgrading its data network to improve connectivity across campus. The new network will be:
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Faster – for quicker and more reliable internet access.
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More secure – to keep our data and our users safe.
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Scalable – ready to grow with future needs.
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Better Wi-Fi – with stronger coverage in more areas.
This upgrade ensures a more modern, high-performing network for the University community.
About the Network Programme (NP)
The Data Network at the University of Glasgow is a vital infrastructure component supporting the delivery of teaching, learning, research and business operations for the University. It has grown over the years to meet an ever-increasing demand, which it does very well, but is now aging and in need of a refresh.
The Network Programme will provide a modern data network service and technologies enabling the University of Glasgow to deliver world leading research and teaching.
About this site
This site looks to keep you updated with all you need to know about the Network Programme and will be updated on average once a week (outside of emergencies) – please use this site for all the latest information on the Network Programme.
Click above to see the building schedule and when we're due to start work on your building *VPN sign-in is req'd to view the map More details on VPN login
Click above to find out which rooms are affected by NP works in different areas of the Gilbert Scott Building
Buildings in Progress
User Impact for Data Network Upgrade (DNU): For any data network or power outages/disruptions, please keep an eye on NP Spotlight information to the right. For all other disruptions, these will be communicated via the specific building's communications contact listed in the table below.
Note: Workstream (W) e.g. Workstream 2 = W2
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Scheduled Building Work |
When? |
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DNU - Wellcome Surgical Institute VRF [W4] |
11 August to 14 November 2025 |
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DNU - Dumbarton Road Annex [W4] |
18 August to 27 October 2025 |
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DNU - Sir Alwyn Williams Bldg [W3] |
18 August to 10 November 2025 |
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DNU - Henry Wellcome Bldg [W4] |
15 September 2025 to 19 January 2026 |
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DNU - 65, 67 & 69 Southpark Avenue [W3] |
22 September to 30 October 2025 |
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DNU - Garscube Gatehouse [W4] |
6 October to 3 November 2025 |
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DNU - 52 & 54 Hillhead St [W3] |
6 October to 10 November 2025 |
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DNU - Garscube Sports Pavilion [W4] |
20 October to 1 December 2025 |
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DNU - 1-5 Lilybank Gardens [W4] |
27 October 2025 to 9 February 2026 |
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DNU - Weipers Equine Centre [W4] |
10 November 2025 to 12 January 2026 |
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DNU - Stevenson Bldg [W3] |
8 December 2025 to 2 February 2026 |
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DNU - Stevenson Bldg (Extension) [W3] |
2 February to 23 February 2026 |
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DNU - Wolfson Medical School [W3] |
26 February to 21 May 2026 |
NB - This information is contingent upon, and may be revised due to, potential access constraints, scheduled events, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances. Please keep checking this website for the latest information including any updates.
NP Spotlight: Planned Outages
The following work will incur power and/or data network service interruptions:
Note - User Impact for Edge Migration (EM): During the timeframe outlined, sporadic loss of connectivity is expected. This will affect all network services within the building.
Scheduled Work & Where? |
When? |
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Electrical Shutdown in Dumbarton Road Annex affecting the WHOLE building: The outage will fully affect the network, whereby both wireless and wired networks will be unavailable during the timeframe stated. However, backup generators will be in place to support power for freezers and other sensitive equipment. |
Sat 25 October 2025; 0800-1600 |
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Localised Electrical Shutdown in Sir Charles Wilson Bldg affecting the POWER and LIGHTING on levels 3 & 4 in the building: The outage will fully affect the network, whereby both wireless and wired networks will be unavailable during the timeframe stated. |
Fri 31 October 2025; 0700-0900 |
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EM: Wellington Church |
Thur 6 November 2025; 1800-2200 |
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Localised Electrical Shutdown in Queen Margaret Union affecting room 504 (comms room)in the building: The outage will fully affect the network, whereby both wireless and wired networks will be unavailable during the timeframe stated. |
Sat 15 November 2025; 0700-1000 |
NB - This information is contingent upon, and may be revised due to, potential access constraints, scheduled events, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances. Please keep checking this website for the latest information including any updates.
Phase 5 (P5)
Our current phase where we are deploying the new data network throughout our buildings through to March 2028
Phase 4 (P4)
Our previous phase saw the replacement of the large centralised infrastructure at the heart of our network, surveying activity and pilot building upgrades
Phases 1-3 (P1-3)
Phases 1, 2 & 3 meant preparing the project via programme initiation, high level solution designs, business case, governance approvals and competitive procurement for an implementation partner and technology vendor
Contact
- Contact us about the programme
- Contact us if you have any questions specifically regarding the Network Programme.
- Support
- For any IT issues (access, connectivity, permissions, etc), please contact the IT Helpdesk