Why Strathclyde?

The Place of Useful Learning

We’re a leading technological university right in the heart of Glasgow, one of the UK’s most exciting and dynamic student cities.

When you choose Strathclyde, you’re choosing a multiaward winning university known globally for worldclass teaching and research.

At Strathclyde, we place emphasis on "useful learning" – our founding purpose over 200 years ago.

Today, that means practical, forward-thinking learning that helps you meet your goals and prepares you for a fast-changing world beyond study.

  • UK University of the Year
    Daily Mail University of the Year Awards 2026
  • UK University of the Year
    Times Higher Education Awards 2012 & 2019
  • Scottish University of the Year
    The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
  • Recipient of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize
    1996, 2019, 2021 & 2023

Don't just take our word for it...

Our students explain it better than we ever could!

The atmosphere here is really lively and just such a nice environment.

World-leading research

Research is of central importance in everything we do. It informs our teaching and helps us to make a difference to business, industry and society as a whole.

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 research

City centre living

Our campus is located right in the heart of the city and is only a short walk from two mainline railway stations, the bus station and the subway.

Glasgow is famous for its warmth, humour and student scene. Enjoy a great cultural and live music scene, independent shops, cafes, eateries and nightlife - and almost 90 parks and green spaces when you need a break from the bustle.

Life in Glasgow

A pair of Atlantic puffins found on Isle of May.

Destination Scotland

Come to study. Find Scotland.

From our home in the heart of Glasgow, Strathclyde is just a few hours (or less!) from some of Scotland's most scenic and historic locations. From our capital city of Edinburgh to the famous Scottish Highlands, we've no shortage of places to explore.

So pack a bag and get out there!

Destination Scotland

How we prepare you for life after uni

There are so many ways you can enhance your employability at Strathclyde.

Find out how we equip our students with the knowledge and adaptability to thrive in today's evolving world and explore employability opportunities.

A welcoming & supportive environment

Our friendly, inclusive culture means you'll feel part of Strathclyde from day one. Choose from a wide range of clubs and societies to find your people and try new things. And support is always there when you need it, whether for inside or outside the classroom.

Safety on campus

We want to make sure everyone feels safe, supported and secure, and our staff and students work side-by-side to deliver an environment where everyone can thrive.

Safe360° is the University of Strathclyde’s safeguarding framework outlining our shared commitment to the care and protection of all who use our services.

Strathclyde Safe360

Entrepreneurial students

As a Strathclyde student, you'll be surrounded by a dynamic ecosystem of start-ups, researchers, and industry partners. You'll have access to to Strathclyde Inspire, our unique sector-leading initiative that supports and encourages all forms of entrepreneurship.

Through Inspire, there are opportunities to develop an entrepreneurial mindset through access to a range of activities.

Find out more about Strathclyde Inspire and how you can be empowered to develop and realise your idea.

Initially, I didn't really know where to start or what to do and I got in touch with the Strathclyde Business Advisor and he was able to give me some really good input and advice on the starting points for commercialising my idea.

Vicky Hamilton, VH Innovation

Sustainability at Strathclyde

The University’s strategic plan, Strathclyde 2030, puts sustainability at its heart and makes a clear commitment to deliver against the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across all areas of activity, including research, teaching and operational matters.

We're among the top universities in the world in our contribution towards the SDGs, ranking 80th out of more than 2,000 institutions in the world in the 2026 QS World University Sustainability rankings.

As a student, we offer a a range of sustainability degree programmes. You can also apply to work in projects that tackle real-world sustainability problems, through our innovative Vertically Integrated Projects for Sustainable Development programme.

Strathclyde 2030

Over the past 15 years, the Strathclyde community has worked together to create a platform for sustained achievement, building delivery on a clear, values-led, strategy.

Over the period of the next strategy, Strathclyde 2030, that focus on values-led excellence and impact will continue, and we will deliver ongoing success that we all contribute to and can celebrate.

Our supporting strategies