In which street is the administrative 'home' of the University?

The University's official address is: 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, G1 1XQ!

How many faculties does the University of Strathclyde have?

The university currently consists of four main faculties categorised based on subjects and academic fields that they deal with and each faculty is sub divided into several departments which deal with specific academic and research areas.

Strathclyde's acclaimed almuni includes which famous inventor?

John Logie Baird FRSE was a Scottish engineer, innovator, one of the inventors of the mechanical television, demonstrating the first working television system on 26 January 1926, and inventor of both the first publicly demonstrated colour television system, and the first purely electronic colour television picture tube. Baird was educated at Strathclyde’s precursor, Glasgow and West of Scotland Technical College, and the University of Glasgow.

Which phrase adorns the University's 'Armorial Bearings'?

The words 'Useful Learning' reflects the history of the University of Strathclyde. The Kingdom of Strathclyde, from which the University takes its name, is characterised by the falcons as supporters. The link with the kingdom is further emphasised by using the antique crown taken from the shield (which represents the Kingdom of Strathclyde) and using it as a collar for the faIcons. The University's city centre location is symbolised by the crest which, in addition to the obligatory helmet, has been inspired by the globe and ship found on the top of the Merchants' House in George Square. The ship in the artist's impression above shows the 'Glenlee', one of the last great merchant sailing ships to be built in Glasgow. The 'Glenlee' was launched in 1896 and is at present moored on the Clyde opposite the Riverside Museum.

What is the name of the University's Staff and Recreation Club on the banks of Loch Lomond?

Ross Priory is an early 19th-century country house located west of Gartocharn, West Dunbartonshire, on the south shore of Loch Lomond, Scotland. From the 14th century the estate, known as The Ross, was owned by a branch of the Buchanan family of Buchanan Castle, who built a house here in 1695. The present house is the result of remodelling by James Gillespie Graham and was complete in 1816. The term "priory" does not imply ecclesiastical provenance, but is simply a 19th-century romantic affectation. In 1973 it was sold to Strathclyde University and now serves as a recreational and conference centre.

What was the name of teaching college that the University merged with in 1993?

Jordanhill Campus is an historic 30.9-acre (12.5-hectare) estate within the boundaries of Jordanhill, Glasgow, Scotland, which developed as a country estate. It is best known and most recently used as the home to the Faculty of Education of the University of Strathclyde. Empty since summer 2012, after all previous educational activities were moved to the John Anderson Campus, the site which includes the Grade B listed David Stow building, is now up for sale with "minded to approve" planning permission for up to 364 new homes across 12 plots.

What was the original name of the University of Strathclyde?

The University of Strathclyde was founded in 1796 as the Andersonian Institute; it is Glasgow's second-oldest university

Which famous pioneering medical missionary is a Strathclyde alumnus?

David Livingstone (1813–1873) was a Scottish Congregationalist pioneer medical missionary with the London Missionary Society and an explorer in Africa. Perhaps one of the most popular national heroes of the late 19th century in Victorian Britain. Protestant missionary martyr, working-class "rags to riches" inspirational story, scientific investigator and explorer, imperial reformer, anti-slavery crusader.

How long did the construction of the Technology and Innovation Centre take?

The University of Strathclyde Technology and Innovation Centre (TIC) is a centre for technological research currently under construction in Glasgow, Scotland. It forms part of the University of Strathclyde campus in the heart of the city. This project secured a £6.7 million funding from the European Regional Development Fund and another £26 million from the Scottish Government. The University itself is supplying the other £57 million needed to reach its £89 million budget needed to create the centre. information about the TIC's construction can be found here.

In which year was the University of Strathclyde granted its Royal Charter?

The University of Strathclyde is a public research university located in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. The university received its royal charter in 1964 as the UK's first technological university. It takes its name from the historic Kingdom of Strathclyde.

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