First, the school profile
Glasgow University, founded in 145 1, was proposed by Scottish King James II and founded by Pope Nicholas V. Its teaching and research covers psychology, biology, medicine, business, economics, management, law, literature, archaeology, art, physics and engineering (aerospace).
Up to now, Glasgow University has trained many Nobel Prize winners and many outstanding elites in the fields of law, science and business. For example, Adam Smith, the father of economics, james watt, the father of industrial revolution, Francis Hutcheson, the father of Scottish philosophy, Baron Kelvin, the father of thermodynamics, joseph lister, the father of modern antibacterial drugs, and Ding Wenjiang, the father of modern geology in China.
Second, the school environment
Glasgow University has its own campus facilities.
The library is the pride of Glasgow University, with a rich collection of books. Founded in 1475, it has 85 branches, more than 2 million books, more than 6,000 periodicals and a variety of electronic books and periodicals. The library is also equipped with network equipment, which can quickly retrieve the library materials of seven other Scottish universities nearby, which is convenient and fast.
There are computers on all floors of the library, all computers have printing function, and all floors have laptops that can connect to the school wireless network. Speaking of computers, every college in Glasgow has a computer center, which is convenient for students to consult materials.
In addition to cultural construction, the school also attaches great importance to students' physical fitness. The school has set up a gym with complete fitness equipment and advanced fitness environment, with five floors, swimming, sauna, basketball and badminton.
Another feature that this university has to say is its architecture. More than 65,438+000 buildings in this 560-year-old university campus have been registered as protected objects. Friends who have a soft spot for architecture can consider visiting the campus of Glasgow University.
Third, the college situation.
Glasgow University has four departments, namely: Art College; School of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences; School of Engineering; School of Social Sciences.
When it comes to ace colleges, you must look at the business schools below the Academy of Social Sciences. Glasgow University Business School is the largest business school in Scotland and the second largest business school in Britain. It has a long history and perfect disciplines. Its teaching level enjoys a high reputation in the world and has obtained triple certification.
2065438+On June 1 2002, the Business School of Glasgow University was officially renamed Adam Smith Business School to commemorate the contribution of Adam Smith, an alumnus of Glasgow University and the "father of economics", to the field of economics.
The Business School of Glasgow University has been certified by many authoritative organizations, which is highly recognized in China. In addition, it ranks high in Georgia University and is very popular with students in China. As a popular major in studying in Britain, business is also difficult to apply.