Universities Scotland is the representative body of Scotland's 19 higher education institutions. We develop policy on behalf of the university sector and campaign publicly on higher education issues.

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Looking to the future: a stable, effective, and competitive university sector

We have submitted our budget case for the Scottish Government 2026/27 budget which looks to establish a more stable, effective and competitive university sector.

Scotland research and innovation performance: explore the latest trends

A new study by Elsevier showcases Scotland’s global research strengths and highlights Scottish leadership in international collaboration.
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Scotland’s Global Edge: A Small Nation with World-Leading Research Impact

Scotland’s research community continues to excel – producing world-class science, driving innovation, and shaping solutions to global challenges. New data from Elsevier reveal that Scotland’s researchers are among the most collaborative, impactful, and environmentally engaged in the world. This blog was kindly written by Dr Sarah Main, VP Academic & Government, UK, Elsevier. A Nation…

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Scotland highlights key assets for international education in new report

In partnership with the British Council Scotland, we have published a report in partnership ‘Scotland’s Higher Education: Partnering for Global Impact’. The report highlights the strengths of Scotland’s higher education system and the uniqueness Scotland’s institutions across five different assets. The assets where Scotland’s higher education system thrives nationally and globally are; Tradition of education…

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