University of Strathclyde

Established in 1796 when Professor John Anderson, one of the leading figures of the Scottish Enlightenment, left instructions in his will for 'a place of useful learning'. Received the Royal Charter in 1964. Today Strathclyde’s ambition is to be among the leading technological universities in the world. It is committed to the highest standards of teaching, research and knowledge exchange, and has a track record of making technologies and innovation applicable for the benefit of society and the environment. It is proud of its strong links with business and industry. It challenges traditional academic boundaries to solve global problems, and at the same time takes pride in its place at the heart of the city of Glasgow. It is home to students from more than 100 countries. Located in the centre of Glasgow, one of Europe's most exciting cities, and close to Scotland's stunning scenery, including Loch Lomond.

The University’s community is now together on one site, following the arrival at the city centre campus of around 350 staff and 2,000 students previously based at the Jordanhill campus in the west end of Glasgow. Their move to the £38 million Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences quarter forms part of a wider £350-million campus investment plan.City centre location close to central train and bus stations and only 20 minutes from Glasgow Airport. 

Although over 55%  of students come from the west of Scotland, Strathclyde welcomes students from over 140 countries. 51% male to 49% female. Strathclyde has a reputation for innovative, flexible learning which is relevant to students and employers. BA in Arts and Social Sciences offers a range of subjects before one or two are studied in-depth at Honours level. Students can take elective subjects outwith their discipline, including classes at the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship designed to develop employable skills.

The International Study Centre offers international students on campus degree preparation for undergraduate & postgraduate degrees. The pathway programmes provides students with the necessary academic skills and English language tutoring to undertake a degree at the University of Strathclyde.  According to the most recent National Student Survey, our student satisfaction levels stand at 86%, and our students rate us more highly than average score for UK universities in terms of Learning Resources, Personal Development and Students’ Union. Subject areas with particularly strong showings included: Medical Technology (Prosthetics & Orthotics) (100%), Molecular Biology (100%), Biophysics & Biochemistry (100%).  Chemistry, Economics, Human & Social Geography (Geography) and Human Resource Management all scored 97%.