A project involving students working with staff as co-creators to upgrade the University of Strathclyde’s real-time, on-the-go mobile ‘app’ has won a national award.

The StrathApp Student Co-creation Development Model triumphed in the Transformation category of the UCISA Awards 2025, which recognise digital innovation in education, at a ceremony on 19 March.

StrathApp provides students with easy access to timetables and assessment results, enables library entry via a digital student card, supports campus navigation and connects users to University support services – all via mobile devices.

The accolade reflects Strathclyde’s commitment to digital innovation that enhances processes, improves student and staff experiences, and supports institutional growth.

Fantastic recognition

Donna Brawley, Collaboration Services Manager in the Information Services Directorate, said: “Winning the UCISA Transformation Award is fantastic recognition of our commitment to student-led digital innovation at Strathclyde.

"Our students know what information and services they need on a daily basis so putting them at the heart of an iterative approach to developing our award-winning StrathApp was an obvious thing to do.

“This innovative approach has enabled us to deliver a service that is genuinely ‘For Students, By Students'."

The UCISA Transformation Award celebrates groundbreaking digital initiatives that have delivered significant benefits across higher education institutions.

Strathclyde’s StrathApp model embodies this ethos, fostering direct collaboration between students and developers to create a tailored, user-driven experience.