In an era of rapid global change, international collaboration has never been more important.
Scotland's 19 universities are responding to this challenge with a distinctive approach that puts partnership, quality and societal impact at its heart.
Compiled in partnership with Universities Scotland, this new publication showcases the five distinctive assets that position Scotland as an exceptional partner for international collaboration in education, research, and innovation.
Why Scotland?
Scotland's higher education sector is integrated, inclusive, highly internationalised and defined by a commitment to education as a public good. With all Scottish universities conducting world-leading research and 87% of international graduates in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating, Scotland delivers exceptional outcomes for students, partners and communities.
The report reveals:
- How Scotland's four-year degree structure and whole-sector approach to quality creates flexibility and choice for students
- Why Scottish graduates are among the UK's most employable, with extensive support for entrepreneurship and start-ups
- How Scotland's research ecosystem drives innovation – from life-saving drug therapies to hosting the UK's most powerful supercomputer
- The ways Scottish universities balance global reach with local impact, contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Scotland's track record of sustainable international partnerships spanning education, research and knowledge exchange
Global collaboration:
From its historic role in the Scottish Enlightenment to its current position as the world leader for top universities per capita, Scotland has always been a magnet for the intellectually curious. Today, over 70,000 international students from 150+ countries study at Scottish universities, while thousands more engage through transnational education partnerships.
This publication is designed to spark conversations, support bilateral engagements, and inspire new partnerships that create lasting benefits for Scotland and beyond.
Download the report below to explore Scotland's distinctive higher education assets.