We are committed to tackling global challenges, answering scientific questions, and solving industrial problems through world-class research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and research-led teaching.
Research and Impact
Our research
Explore our research impact by theme:
Find out about the lasting impact of our research:
- Lasting impact
- Case studies (EPSRC Impact Acceleration Account)
Graduate School and Doctoral Training Hub
Studying Science or Engineering at research or Masters level means that you will be part of a Graduate School and Doctoral Training Hub which provides the highest level of support to its students:
Centres of Research Excellence
We have several Centres of Research Excellence:
Centres for Doctoral Training
We host a number of UKRI-funded Centres for Doctoral Training (CDTs), where future research leaders are equipped to tackle some of society's most pressing scientific challenges:
Fellowships
Find out more about available research fellowships that can support you when undertaking your research:
Generating impact from our research
Impact acceleration accounts (IAAs) enable the translation of research into impact through support for commercialisation, engagement, staff mobility and culture change. Our College is home to three of the seven IAAs held by the University with a combined value of over £10 million.
- EPSRC IAA
- STFC IAA
- Photonics & Quantum Accelerator (Photonics in Central Scotland Place-based IAA)
United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
We are committed to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to contribute to the world's most pressing global challenges:
Study
Postgraduate Taught Welcome Hubs
Once you have completed your registration and enrolment, begin your student journey here with events and resources to help you navigate your first few weeks at university.
Undergraduate study
Find the right undergraduate programme for you:
- Undergraduate degree programmes
- STEMin10 (taster lectures)
Postgraduate taught study
Explore our postgraduate taught study options:
Postgraduate research
Work with our renowned researchers on your postgraduate research project:
Scholarships
Find out what scholarship opportunities you could be eligible for:
Collaborate and Connect
Industry and external engagement
Have a research challenge? Our Industry Engagement Team can connect you with world-leading researchers to innovate and create impact.
International partnership programmes
We have partnerships with higher education institutions across the world which offer international students an opportunity to study in both their home country and at the University of Glasgow:
News and events
College news and events
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27 NovAcademics at UofG are launching an appeal to residents Ayr, Dumfries and Wick for their feedback on the impacts of climate change on communities & residents’ mental health as part of a new research project. The project, led by PhD student Rhiannon Hawkins (GES) aims to help areas prone to flooding better defend their communities from increased incidences of rising water in the years ahead, as well as help safeguard their mental resilience. The project will also examine the effects of drought.
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27 Nov
RSE Medals for Prof Jonathan Cooper & Dr Christopher Berry
Professor Jonathan Cooper (JWSE) has received the RSE Lord Kelvin Medal and Dr Christopher Berry (P&A) has received the RSE Lady Margaret Moir Medal. Prof. Anne Anderson said: “The RSE’s prestigious medals, which are nominated by RSE Fellows, are awarded to recognise truly outstanding accomplishments. Representing a range of fields, this year’s medallists join a remarkable group of pioneers whose work advances our knowledge and helps to improve lives all over the world." -
27 Nov
Scottish students startup summit aims to ignite the next generation of games and
Co-Director of UofGGamesLab, Dr Matthew Barr (Senior Lecturer, UofG School of Computing Science) said: “I’m pleased to see how the theme of the event – supporting aspiring developers to establish their own business – directly addresses one of the challenges we identified in the 2022 Scottish Games Ecosystem report. It is critical that would-be games entrepreneurs are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in business, and this is something that isn’t talked about enough."
Vacancies
Work with us and develop your career within a supportive environment where success is shared and celebrated: