University of Strathclyde
Ranking
11Established in
1796Famous For
Business, Engineering, Physics
Fees
£13,500 - £20,900
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
The University of Strathclyde is a leading technological university based in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland – one of the UK’s largest cities.
Recently awarded UK University of the Year (Daily Mail University Guide 2026), the University of Strathclyde has been delivering academic excellence through world-class research and teaching for more than 200 years, providing students with flexible, innovative learning in preparation for a competitive environment beyond study.
The university is home to a vibrant, international community of almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries. With an extensive network of global partnerships and international research collaborations, they work with others to drive innovation, address global challenges and create a lasting impact on society and industry for generations to come.
Services
The International Student Support Team offers guidance and information to all registered international students, especially those concerned with immigration and personal issues. They act as a point of contact for other support services and arrange arrival and welcome activities for new international students during the main arrival periods.
Strathclyde’s international community is supported by a range of student-led cultural and social groups. These international societies organise social events, day and weekend tours, international food evenings, music concerts and more. They celebrate festivals and traditions from around the world, helping students stay connected to home cultures while sharing them with the wider Strathclyde community.
Pre-sessional and in-sessional English courses are available, and students are entitled to up to four hours per week of free English language tuition and support. Staff are also available to help with other issues such as visas, employment, and accommodation.
The University’s Careers Service also provides tailored guidance and resources to help international students explore work opportunities, employability skills and plan their future careers.
Rankings
- UK University of the Year (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
- Scottish University of the Year & UK University of the Year runner-up (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
- Fastest-rising UK university in the QS World University Rankings top 300
- 23 subjects ranked in the UK’s top ten in the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
- Entrepreneurial University of the Year 2023 – Triple E Awards
- The only university to have won the Times Higher Education University of the Year award twice
- 90% of research rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in the most recent Research Excellence Framework
Accommodation
Almost 1,500 students live in the campus village, while a further 400 live in University accommodation within close walking distance of the University. Strathclyde offers halls arranged into flats with a shared kitchen and a dedicated on-site management team. The campus village has an open study area and is close to several shops, restaurants, and bars.
A web service is available to connect landlords and students who wish to move off campus after the first year. There are also accommodation options available on campus for postgraduate students.
Location
The University of Strathclyde is located in Glasgow, Scotland, a hugely vibrant and cosmopolitan city featuring a vibrant arts scene, cutting-edge music, and exciting nightlife. It offers over 20 museums and galleries and is home to the Scottish Opera, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and the Scottish Royal Ballet. An impressive amount of green space is located in the city centre, with 19th-century landscaped parks and gardens surrounding students who require a balance to the urban pace of life.
Students can also enjoy the highlands and islands, located just outside Glasgow, less than an hour away.
Courses offered at University of Strathclyde
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