Study with usRegistration
Starting your studies in January 2027?
Welcome to the University of Strathclyde! We look forward to welcoming you to campus and supporting you as you begin your studies.
We want to make sure you have the information and support you need to get off to a great start. Alongside completing your online registration, there will be opportunities to speak to University colleagues, ask questions and find out more about the services available to support you throughout your time at Strathclyde.
Whether you're joining us from elsewhere in the UK or arriving from overseas, our teams are here to help you settle in, find your way around and access the support you need to make the most of your time at Strathclyde.
Make sure to download StrathApp and enable notifications before registration opens, so you don't miss important reminders and updates.
Need help?
Our team are here to help you make the process as smooth as possible.
Ready to register? Let's get you to the right place
New UK, Ireland & distance learning students
For new students joining us at our Glasgow campus.
- students from the UK or Ireland
- distance learning students
New international students
For new international students joining us at our Glasgow campus.
New Bahrain students
For new students joining us at our Bahrain campus.
Continuing students
For returning students registering for the next academic year.
Understanding your registration status
The student registration statuses detailed below describe the various stages of your student journey and the paths this can take.
You're a fully registered student at the University of Strathclyde.
You're eligible to register for the new session once online registration opens.
You've not completed online registration in time for the start date of your programme.
If your registration status is 'Failed to register', you will not have full access to university systems.
You've requested to leave your programme of study prior to completion.
If your registration status is 'Voluntary withdrawal', you will not have full access to university systems. For further information please refer to our Creation, updating & deletion of user accounts section.
The University has required you to leave your programme of study prior to completion.
You've finished your programme of study.
January registration support
If you need help with registration or have questions as you prepare to start your studies, our central registration support point will be available:
Monday 11 January to Friday 15 January 2027
10.00am to 4.00pm
Level 4, Learning & Teaching Building
Contact us
If your enquiry relates to the following, please direct your email accordingly:
| Enquiry Type | Contact Email |
|---|---|
|
Undergraduate: ug.admissions@strath.ac.uk Postgraduate: pgt.admissions@strath.ac.uk Postgraduate research: pgr.admissions@strath.ac.uk |
| Tuition fees | finance-helpdesk@strath.ac.uk |
| Visa document check | registration.documents@strath.ac.uk |
| Student loan payments | saas-slc@strath.ac.uk |
| All other enquiries | registration@strath.ac.uk |
Free & discounted travel
Travelling by bus?
If you travel by bus make sure you get your FREE bus travel card. Every 5 to 21-year-old living in Scotland for more than 6 months of the year can travel for free by bus from 31 Jan 2022 if they have a valid National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC).
You do not need a student card to get one as long as you meet the eligibility requirements. Visit the Transport Scotland website for information on how to apply.
Travelling by train?
If you travel by train apply for your 16-25 Railcard for one third off rail fares. Visit 16 to 25 railcard for information and how to apply online.
You do not need a student card to get one so apply now.
Strath Union
Strath Union is an independent organisation that exists to represent and support students during their time at Strathclyde. They host events bringing the student community together and have been the beating heart of activity for students on the Strathclyde campus since 1964.
Strategic Alliance Framework
The Strathclyde Strategic Alliance Framework document highlights the continued ambition and intention of the University of Strathclyde and Strath Union to work more closely together on the strategic goals that are common to both organisations.
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