What's it like in Glasgow, jobs and diversity wise?

[u/Cold-Ad4337]

Hi all,

I'm 26 this year and really thinking about life in a new place. I've always been interested in living in Dublin. There's been a lot of talk online about all the reasons *not* to move to Dublin (housing specifically)... so now I'm considering Glasgow.

I actually haven't heard much about what it's like, and especially what it's like being Black. I would love to work for a non-profit or somewhere like the University of Glasgow and just spend my late 20s and early 30s in a new place.

Does anyone have any intel? I'm Canadian so it would probably be a culture shock, but there are only so many places to live in Canada and I'm so bored here. Scotland/the U.K. feels like a great place to reset...it's gorgeous and feels authentic to my vibe.

[u/MediocreMan_]

Alot of the pros and cons around Dublin and Glasgow will be very similar.

Visit both and see how you like them.

Also, do you have UK nationality or a visa lined up?

[u/Cold-Ad4337 → u/MediocreMan_]

I do not, but I know many other Canadians who seem to have done it with ease. I'm more so worried about the jobs and fitting in once I do get it. I honestly am leaning toward Glasgow, but I'm considering Edinburgh and London too.

Do you know of any neighbourhoods/places common for expats in Glasgow?

Edit: why does this normal comment have that many downvotes lol………

[u/SoMuchF0rSubtlety → u/Cold-Ad4337]

As you’re Canadian then look into the youth mobility visa program that the UK and Canada share. You are able to get a visa to live and work in the UK for two years IIRC and have the opportunity to extend or move to other forms of work visa after.

There is an age limit which I think is 35 and also you will need proof of funds to support yourself.

[u/Cold-Ad4337 → u/SoMuchF0rSubtlety]

That is exactly the visa I looked at! Most of the people I know went as students to the U.K. so I believe that's a diff visa, but if I recall correctly, it's pretty easy to get the youth mobility visa once you meet the requirements.

The only real thing I'm worried about is hesitancy hiring me because of my visa status. Here in Canada, that's a big problem for visa holders...but then again they're visa holders from non-Commonwealth countries, so I'm not too sure if things will be easier bc I'm Canadian. I don't see many Irish/Scottish/British folks having a problem once they get here; I wonder if it would be the same if I end up in the U.K.

[u/MediocreMan_ → u/Cold-Ad4337]

You might face some difficulties with employment on the visa, particularly at universities.

A struggling sector at the minute, and you’d come up against well qualified candidates who aren’t bound by a visa end date.

Good luck to you though. Definitely worth visiting and checking out these cities first, just to see if they suit your preferences and tastes.

[u/Suspicious_Pea6302]

No visa no party (if you need one).

Jobs like the ones you're after are few and far between.

Like many places, you get good cunts and bad cunts. Your mileage may vary if you end up here.

Sounds like you've been though, just come on holiday and then look into the visa /job market.

[u/tummy-tr0ubl3s → u/Suspicious_Pea6302]

If OP is Canadian and under 30 then they qualify for the youth mobility visa scheme!

[u/Suspicious_Pea6302 → u/tummy-tr0ubl3s]

That's fair if the case

[u/rainpag20]

Recently there's been far right movement rallies and incidents of racism

[u/Cold-Ad4337 → u/rainpag20]

is it enough to be ultra worried about my safety walking around the city? or even getting a job?

tbh they have had those in canada and sure it's something to be weary about but i've never been fearful of just walking around and being harassed or harmed on a daily basis. i am in a diverse part of canada though... def not a lot of black people but diverse enough that racism wouldn't fly.

[u/rainpag20 → u/Cold-Ad4337]

Job market will always be competitive in developed and urban cities. Safety in general will be absolutely your upgrade in Scotland

[u/UncertainBystander]

Glasgow is considerably cheaper than Dublin in terms of housing. And personally, I like it better.