Life at Íæż½ã½ã
We know it can be a daunting thought moving to a new place and, in many cases, leaving home for the first time but our campus is friendly and welcoming, which will help you to settle in quickly. The local city of Íæż½ã½ã also has plenty to offer and keep you occupied.
Get to know your campus
Our 330-acre campus isn't just a gorgeous place to call home. With an Olympic-sized swimming pool, on-site cinema and more than a dozen restaurants, bars and delis there's so much to explore and enjoy!
Campus facilities
Explore your campus and find out more about our facilities including our on-site supermarket, shops, cinema and theatre.
Eating and drinking
No matter what kind of food and drink you¡¯ve got an appetite for, you¡¯ll find something on campus to suit your tastes.
Moving into accommodation
If you're staying in University accommodation find out how to get to your accommodation and what to expect on moving day.
Safety and security
Feeling safe and secure is understandably a top priority. We provide a 24/7 security team and a range of support services, such as our Safe Taxi Scheme.
Getting around
It's easy to get around our campus by walking or cycling. We have bikes for hire with Nextbike giving students free use of the scheme and free rental of a bike for the first 30 minutes of every ride.
Culture on campus
Our campus hosts a thriving international programme of culture, comedy and theatre. You can follow our sculpture trails, explore our art collection and discover some of the more unusual hidden cultural gems on our campus.
Faiths on campus
We respect and accommodate all faiths and none on campus through our Chaplaincy Centre and our facilities for our Muslim community.
Sustainability at Íæż½ã½ã
We're committed to embedding sustainability at the core of everything we do. Find out what we are doing and how you can get involved.
Get involved
There's lots of ways to get involved on campus. Try something new or join a club dedicated to your passions. Getting involved in and around campus is a great way to meet people and make new friends.
Sport
As Scotland¡¯s University for Sporting Excellence we offer a superb variety of exercise classes, health and fitness groups, sport and leisure activities for all levels of fitness and experience.
Students' Union
From offering academic representation and support, to overseeing clubs and award-winning facilities, the Students¡¯ Union plays a key role in creating a positive, inclusive environment for all.
Clubs and societies
No matter what you’re into, our 120+ societies and sports clubs are bound to offer something that piques your interest – from athletics to anime, volleyball to video games.
Be Connected
Discover a range of online events, resources and activities designed to keep you connected with the University community.
Explore the city of Íæż½ã½ã
We¡¯re proud to call Íæż½ã½ã our home - a city shaped by its unique history, with a lively arts scene and the beauty of a national park close by.
giving you lots of information on things to do and local events.
You can also discover the city using a new augmented reality app, Íæż½ã½ã XP. It lets you explore Íæż½ã½ã in a unique and exciting way through your smartphone screen. Get live directions to your destination, interact with the 3D map to get information on the buildings and points of interest around you, and uncover the history of Íæż½ã½ã using the History Trail. .
Getting to the city of Íæż½ã½ã
We have excellent bus links to and from Íæż½ã½ã city centre. Young people under 22 who live in Scotland are entitled to free bus travel in
On campus, there's a small Nisa supermarket in Campus Central and a Co-Op in nearby in Bridge of Allan. In Íæż½ã½ã you'll find all the big supermarkets plus smaller specialist stores, a Chinese supermarket and a Halal store. Many supermarkets will deliver to the accommodation on campus.
Art and culture
You'll find plenty of comedy, arts and theatre venues all within easy reach, including our on-campus Macrobert Arts Centre.
Food and drink
Explore student-friendly food and drink venues across Íæż½ã½ã city and beyond.
Music and nightlife
Discover the city of Íæż½ã½ã's lively music and nightlife scene.
Heritage
We¡¯re proud of our city's rich heritage. Once a former capital of Scotland, Íæż½ã½ã is steeped in history.
Shopping
From quirky independent shops to big name brands, Íæż½ã½ã has it all.
Churches and places of worship
There are a range of churches and places of worship in the Íæż½ã½ã area which welcome students to visit and join the congregation in worship and community activities.