UofG is closing for the festive period from Monday 23 December 2024 to Monday 6 January 2025 but we are still here for you.

We know that the holidays can be a tough period for a lot of people  – whether you are unable to go home or have just arrived and are planning on starting a course in January.

Students can still access help online and in our halls of residence.

Urgent Matters

If you need help with an urgent matter affecting your wellbeing, you require emergency financial aid or accommodation, contact the Gatehouse on 0141 330 4282.

You should also download the Safezone app, in case you should need to contact us in an emergency.

Mental Health Support

While Christmas is a time of celebration for many, it can also be a difficult time of year for some. Support is available and no-one should ever feel afraid to ask for help.

  • All students have access to the Wisdom app where you can contact a dedicated wellbeing counsellor using live messaging and video calls, with further support available via 24/7 helpline. Access personalised resources and learning materials, and track your mood, setup health plans and health checks.
  • Breathing Space, is a free, confidential phone line offering advice to people experiencing anxiety, depression or low mood. They can be contacted on 0800 83 85 87, 6pm to 2am Monday to Thursday; and 24 hours at the weekend. Calls to Breathing Space are free from landlines and from mobile networks.
  • The Samaritans provide confidential non-judgmental, emotional support 24 hours a day for people struggling to cope. Anyone can contact Samaritans any time for free from any phone on 116 123. This number is free to call and will not show up on your phone bill.

Emergency and Crisis Support

The University Crisis Team can be contacted 24 hours a day. Further information on the Crisis Team can be found on the University website including how to get in touch with them at Gilmorehill, Garscube and off-campus.

International Students

If you are an international student arriving in Glasgow over the holiday period and in need of any support, contact our Welcome Team on internationalstudentsupport@glasgow.ac.uk or visit the International Student Support web pages

Registration Enquiries

If you have a registration-related enquiry, please notify the UofG Helpdesk and the team will reply as soon as they can.

Main Library, James McCune Smith Learning Hub, MacMillan Reading Room

The Main Library will be closed on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 December as well as Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 January - please check the Library opening times if you plan to use the building over the festive period.

The James McCune Smith Learning Hub will be closed from Tuesday 24 December til Thursday 2 January. It will be open on Monday 23 between 06.00 - 23.00 and will reopen on Friday 3 January 06.00. Please check the website for more information including Reach Out hours.

The Fraser building will follow the same operating time as the JMSLH and will reopen Friday 3 January 08.00.

Please note that the McMillan Reading Room will be closed Tuesday 24 December with normal service in the Reading Room resuming on Monday 6 January.

UofG Sports Facilities

Our UofG Sports facilities are open as per the details on the website.

If you still want to keep fit and active over the festive period when facilities are closed you can check out our Fitness and Wellbeing pages for support at home.

Halls of Residences

If you’re staying in halls over the Festive Break you can find out more about opening hours for buildings and facilities, support and more on the UofG Living Webpage

What's On?

There's going to be loads going on in Glasgow over the festive period so, if you're going to be in the city, make sure you get out and experience it!

Our friends in International Student Support have pulled together this handy guide for things to do over the Winter break and it features lots of fun activities and events to get involved with. We've also got some festive activities in out UofGLiving What's On in December.

The Uni is also running a special Winter hosting scheme where you can be matched with a University of Glasgow staff member and enjoy a festive activity with them!

Reopening

The University reopens on Monday 6th January 2025, when we embark on our new year together.

First published: 19 December 2024

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