The University of Strathclyde has been ranked as the second top university in Scotland in the StudentCrowd 2025 league table.

The ranking is based upon analysis of more than 2,000 verified student reviews of Scottish-based institutions over the last two years.

Strathclyde is up one place on its position in last year’s table and is second only to the University of St Andrews.

There are almost 800 reviews of Strathclyde on StudentCrowd, with many praising the University’s support for international students, student support services, campus facilities and ‘helpful’ staff. Taken together the reviewers give the University 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Peer-driven insights

On its website, StudentCrowd says: “These rankings are powered by real student feedback collected over the past two years, providing a genuine insight into what it’s like to study at each institution. The awards recognise universities that consistently deliver outstanding teaching, facilities, and student satisfaction.

“Unlike traditional university rankings that often rely on research output or legacy reputation, StudentCrowd’s awards are entirely based on the voices of students themselves. This ensures prospective students receive honest, peer-driven insights when deciding where to study.

“These awards celebrate universities that have gone above and beyond in providing exceptional student experiences, from academic support to campus life and career opportunities.”