About the Inverclyde Area

Summary: Information for students about the Inverclyde area.

Inverclyde is home to the college’s main Finnart and Waterfront campuses. Located on the River Clyde, both Greenock and the surrounding area of Inverclyde offer an extensive range of attractions and amenities.

Wide-ranging leisure facilities

From riverside walks and mountain-bike trails to sailing clubs and golf courses, the choices are endless. There’s even an outdoor swimming pool in the neighbouring town of Gourock! A showpiece state-of-the-art cinema is located at the Waterfront Complex, which also has all kinds of ice and water based activities, as well as a gymnasium and aerobics studio.

An ideal base for exploring Scotland

Inverclyde’s unique location makes it the ideal base for visiting the sights and sounds of Scotland and also day-to-day travel throughout the surrounding area with an excellent road, rail and public transport service.

Greenock Waterfront Halls

Privately owned halls are available as student accommodation from Manchester City Sales & Lettings. Located on the Waterfront in the centre of Greenock, this immaculately kept property represents value-for-money living in a scenic and convenient location.

Visit Greenock Waterfront Halls site for more details

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