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Almost 90% of research produced by the University of Strathclyde has been rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’ in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021

Our Engineering submission, which included the research of seven departments from the Faculty, has the joint highest impact quality profile in Scotland and joint highest environment quality profile in Scotland, based on GPA as calculated by THE. Our Architecture, Built Environment and Planning submission was rated 100% ‘outstanding’ for impact and was the only submission in the unit to achieve this.

Applications for our Scottish Space School outreach programme open on 17 February 2023

All S5 pupils in Scotland can apply to attend the 5 day non-residential programme which is running at the University of Strathclyde from Monday 12th to Friday 16th June 2023. The programme for the week is made up of lectures and activities offered by University staff as well as visiting NASA representatives.

  • Largest engineering faculty in Scotland
    Home to over 6,000 students from 100+ countries studying in our eight departments
  • 100+ taught courses on offer
    Covering a broad range of study options across undergraduate & postgraduate levels
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    Research portfolio of £140m
    Together with our partners, we're at the forefront of international research and innovation
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    Engaged in over 900 industry projects in last year
    50% of the projects were with SMEs

Strathclyde has many links with industry, so there are lots of opportunities for placements and experiencing engineering in a real-life context.

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