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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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 research and innovation performance: explore the latest trends
A new study by Elsevier, has found that research carried out in Scotland’s universities has an “exceptional” international impact. Scottish research is cited 76% more frequently than the global average while 60% of its research publications are co-authored with international partners, nearly three times the global average. Dr Sarah Main, the author of the study…
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