University of Strathclyde

The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland is a top research-led British university which originated as Anderson's Institution in 1796. Its establishment was based on the vision of John Anderson, professor of Natural Philosophy at the University of Glasgow who left instructions in his will for a university which would focus on "Useful Learning" — specialising in practical and vocational subjects. The university received a Royal Charter in 1964.

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Glasgow - Scotland - British - Anderson's Institution - 1796 - John Anderson - Professor - Natural Philosophy - University of Glasgow - Vocational - Royal Charter - 1964

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Through its five faculties, the university delivers teaching to over 22,000 full-time and part-time students: 15,000 undergraduates and 7,000 postgraduates. Another 34,000 people take part in continuing education and professional development programmes. Strathclyde enjoys a reputation for excellence in commercially relevant research and innovation, with commitment to entrepreneurship education, and links with business and industry. The university's main campus is located in the centre of Glasgow, near George Square, and it has an education campus in the suburb of Jordanhill, at the site of the previous Jordanhill Teacher Training College.

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Faculties - Undergraduate - Postgraduate - Continuing education - Professional development - Innovation - Entrepreneurship - Business - Industry - George Square - Education - Jordanhill - Jordanhill Teacher Training College

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