University of Strathclyde

Founded in 1948, Strathclyde Business School (SBS) is an enterprising, pioneering institution of global standing. It is a triple-accredited business school, holding accreditation from the international bodies AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA and is proud to be among only 1% of business schools in the world to have achieved this recognition.

SBS is also delighted to be recognised as UK Business School of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2016 for outstanding overall performance and our innovative and entrepreneurial outlook. SBS is located in the heart of Glasgow, one of the UK’s largest and most vibrant cities. Recently voted the “friendliest city in the world”, Glasgow has a reputation as a must-visit destination and one of the world’s top cities. We welcome students from over 100 exchange and study abroad partners around the world every year, and with something for everyone within easy reach of the city centre campus, it makes SBS a dynamic and cosmopolitan place to study.

At Strathclyde, everything you need is available on campus. Surrounded by supermarkets to suit all tastes, there are an abundance of high street stores along with loads of great little thrift stores, second-hand shops and boutiques, restaurants for every cuisine, clubs, theatres, and museums. With an active student union, there are ample student associations and clubs to keep you active.

The city of Glasgow has a wealth of culture to explore, which one can easily accomplish on foot or by bus, subway or train. From iconic museums to world-renowned festivals, there's something for everyone.

The university campus is based right in the very heart of Glasgow, next to the Merchant City, both of which are great locations for sightseeing, shopping and socialising. National Geographic named Glasgow as one of its 'Best of the World' destinations, while Rough Guide readers have voted Glasgow the world’s friendliest city! 

Scotland is a country that is part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK). Covering the northern third of the island of Great Britain, Scotland's only land border is with England. The country is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, the North Sea to the northeast, the Irish Sea to the south, and more than 790 islands including the Northern Isles and the Hebrides. Ireland lies only 21 kilometres from the south-western peninsula of KintyreIt. Scotland has a population of around 5.5 million. It has a population density of 67.2 people per square kilometre, with around 70% (3.5 million) living in the Central Belt area between the major cities of Edinburgh (the capital) and Glasgow. In the Highlands, population density can be as low as 9 people per square kilometre, a major change from Glasgow's density of 3,289 people per square kilometre.

Scotland boasts some absolutely stunning landscapes, with Highlands to the north, Lowlands in the centre, and Uplands to the South. It is home to most of the EU's untouched wilderness, and even in the most populous city of Glasgow has the highest green spaces per square unit.

Scotland has a multifaceted and unique history. You can see early human settlements tracked through to modern industry, all with their own culture. Music, literature, law, business, and politics all have their own Scottish traditions that are distinct from England and the rest of the UK.

Did you know……?

Edinburgh is home to the largest Fringe Festival in the world, and is renowned as a centre for arts and culture. Are you a fan of the Harry Potter films? You can visit the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct which the Hogwarts Express traverses.
 
 

All students must meet standard exchange selection criteria and any host institution restrictions.

Law courses are not available for exchange.

• UniSA academic transcript
• Passport
• Evidence of English proficiency (if applicable)
• UniSA exchange accepted email

Two Strathclyde credits are equivalent to 1 ECTS credit. The number of credits for each class is given in Strathclyde credits and ECTS. Incoming exchange students should take 3 classes (20 credits each) per semester (60 credits = 30 ECTS = 18 units). Exchange students cannot undertake 4th year classes.

Please see University of Strathclyde website for acceptable evidence of English language tests and required scores.  

Find courses at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde Undergraduate Class Catalogue 2024-2025

University of Strathclyde offers airport pick up at Glasgow Airport. To register for this service please click here.

Further information on how to get to the campus can be found here.

Exchange students can apply for University accommodation using the integrated housing application form on Mobility Online.

Provided that you apply by the deadline (15 May or 15 October), you will normally be guaranteed University accommodation.

More information on accommodation can be found here. If you have any questions regarding living costs or how to complete your application, please contact the Recruitment and International Office Exchange Team.

The Housing Office will email all applicants in July/August for those commencing study in S1 and December for those commencing study in S2 with further information concerning their housing arrangements. Unsuccessful applicants will receive information about alternative housing options around the City. Students renting privately should be aware they may require to pay council tax.

As an exchange partner with the University of South Australia, you do not have to pay tuition fees to University of Strathclyde, instead you will pay tuition as you would normally at UniSA. Travel and living expenses are at your own cost. The table below gives an indication of costs you will incur:  

More information can be found here.

You may be eligible to receive additional grants or scholarships to fund your experience. For more information please see the funding and scholarships website.

UniSA offers travel insurance as part of your exchange for up to 270 days (can be extended up to 365 days). For more information please see travel insurance website.  

Please click here to read the travel insurance policy. 

A list of Frequently Asked Questions can be found here. 

If you have any further questions about travel insurance, please contact the UniSA Insurance Office on 08 8302 1678.