About University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde is a leading technological university in Glasgow offering industry-accredited engineering, business, science and humanities degrees with a strong focus on innovation, co-op placements and entrepreneurship.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 24,300 total students
- • 6,800 international students
- • 180 student societies
Location
- • Located in Glasgow
- • Public university
- • Established 1796
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Integrated Master, Degree Apprenticeship
Popular Subjects
Mechanical EngineeringRenewable EnergyPharmacyFinanceEducation
Student-Staff Ratio
17 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Engineering
Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical & Aerospace, Chemical & Process Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Naval Architecture
Strathclyde Business School
Accounting & Finance, Economics, Marketing, Strategy & Organisation, Management Science
Faculty of Science
Computer & Information Sciences, Physics, Pure & Applied Chemistry, Mathematics & Statistics, Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Education, Law, Psychology, Social Work & Social Policy, English
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers ABB-BBB at A level or Scottish Highers AAABB
Alternatives: International Baccalaureate 32-36 points, Gaokao 75% with approved international foundation, Higher National Diploma with merits
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 78
Architecture, Education and Social Work include interview or portfolio stages • Naval Architecture applicants submit a motivation statement and maths test
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:2 honours degree or overseas equivalent; some programmes require 2:1
GPA: 3
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
Research proposals are required for MRes/PhD • Two academic references for taught masters in Engineering and Science
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £18,000
- Postgraduate: £18,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £6,000
- Food: £2,100
- Transport: £700
- Entertainment: £950
- Other: £700
- Total: £10,450
Scholarships
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship
Automatic tuition discount for high-achieving overseas offer holders
Value: £4,000
Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence
Competitive award for MSc and MBA candidates
Value: £5,000
EU Transition Scholarship
Support package for EU students covering part of the fee differential
Value: £3,000
Campus & Facilities
Facilities
Accommodation
Campus Village
On-campusModern flats in the heart of Glasgow city centre
Cost: £130 - £175 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Shared kitchens • Study areas • 24/7 security
Contract:
James Blyth Court
On-campusTraditional student accommodation near the main campus
Cost: £105 - £135 (per week)
Standard rooms • Shared facilities • Common room
Contract:
Apply through Strathclyde Accommodation Services
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 180
Teams: 50
Cultural Activities
- Strath Union Community Volunteering — Term-time
- International Student Club events — Weekly
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@strath.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)141 548 2222
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
20
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 91%
Further study: 6%
Unemployed: 2%
Average Salary
£32,000
per year
Top Employers
BAE SystemsDeloitteGlaxoSmithKlineRolls-RoyceScottishPower
Career Services
- Co-operative Education: Paid industrial placements embedded in engineering and business degrees
- Strathclyde Inspire: Entrepreneurial support, accelerator funding and dedicated start-up space
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Glasgow Airport
15 km • 20 minutes by Airport Express bus
Public Transport
- Subway: Buchanan Street subway connects to West End in 10 minutes • Smartcard weekly cap £16
- Train: Queen Street and Central stations provide national rail links to Edinburgh, London and Inverness • 16-25 Railcard saves 1/3 off fares
Local Area
The campus sits in Glasgow's Merchant City surrounded by cafés, music venues and innovation companies while being walking distance from the River Clyde.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Glasgow Cathedral, Gallery of Modern Art, Merchant City Market
Shopping: Buchanan Street malls, St Enoch Centre, Barrio independent boutiques
Entertainment: Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow Film Theatre, Merchant Square food hall
Additional Information
Accreditation
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, IET, IChemE
Partnerships
- Industry: Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre — Collaborates on power systems research and talent pipeline
- Research: National Manufacturing Institute Scotland — Anchor institution for advanced manufacturing innovation and apprenticeships
Research Highlights
- Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult — Developed floating wind and tidal turbine prototypes with Scottish industry (2023)
- Quantum Technologies — Centre for Quantum Technologies built secure communications demonstrators for UK defence (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Dame Anne Glover — Former Chief Scientific Adviser to the European Commission (1983)
- Sir Tom Hunter — Entrepreneur and philanthropist, founder of Sports Division (1984)
Metadata
Source: Strathclyde course catalogue 2024, Discover Uni, Times Good University Guide 2025
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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