
University of Glasgow
World Changing Glasgow
The University of Glasgow was named Times Higher Education University of the Year. in 2020. We have been home to world-changing research and teaching for more than 560 years.
Our research excellence responds to some of the world’s greatest challenges in areas such as precision medicine and chronic diseases, one health, future life, addressing inequalities, cultural and creative economies, and the nano and quantum world.
Our annual research turnover is more than £180 million. 81% of our research is internationally excellent in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2014).
How research is carried out is important to us. We support our researchers in a positive and collaborative research culture. We deliver an award-winning researcher development programme for postgraduate students. Our 14 centres for doctoral training provide funding and collaboration opportunities.
We offer an excellent student experience in one of the world’s friendliest and most affordable cities. Our Future World Changers programme showcases postgraduate students who are working to change the world.
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Key statistics
- 13.9No. of students per staff(1)
- 40%Percentage of International Students(1)
- 59 : 41Student Ratio of Females to Males(1)
- 27,625Number of FTE Students(1)
Subjects taught at University of Glasgow
Education
Life sciences
Social sciences
Business & economics
Physical sciences
Arts & humanities
Clinical, pre-clinical & health
Engineering & technology
Psychology
Law
Computer science