The University of Strathclyde
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How much do University of Strathclyde graduates earn by subject?
University of Strathclyde graduates earn a median salary of £34,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £44,500, while Media, journalism and communications graduates earn £29,200.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £33,000 | £33,500 | £41,000 |
| Business and management | £26,500 | £26,500 | £35,500 |
| Economics | £29,500 | £29,000 | £37,000 |
| Engineering | £32,500 | £33,000 | £40,750 |
| Mathematical sciences | £26,000 | £26,500 | £33,500 |
| Education and teaching | £26,000 | £22,000 | £29,000 |
| Health and social care | £30,000 | £26,500 | £31,000 |
| Chemistry | £28,500 | £27,500 | £33,000 |
| Politics | £23,500 | £26,500 | £37,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £27,000 | £25,500 | £27,500 |
| Psychology | £24,000 | £22,000 | £28,000 |
| Biosciences | £27,000 | £25,000 | £31,000 |
| Allied health | £26,000 | £26,000 | £30,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £22,500 | £24,500 | £28,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Strathclyde?
In 2024, University of Strathclyde received 49,370 applications and accepted 8,710 students, giving an acceptance rate of 17.6%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £18,350 to £27,150 per year in tuition at University of Strathclyde.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Strathclyde?
92% of University of Strathclyde graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 21 subjects with median salaries ranging from £29,200 to £44,500. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 92.2% | £44,500 |
| Business and management | 85.5% | £42,000 |
| Economics | 93.3% | £41,600 |
| Engineering | 88.3% | £40,200 |
| Law | 90.3% | £39,100 |
| Mathematical sciences | 88.4% | £38,000 |
| Physics and astronomy | 86.6% | £37,600 |
| Education and teaching | 94.9% | £37,200 |
| Health and social care | 86.8% | £36,000 |
| Chemistry | 87.4% | £35,400 |
| Politics | 87.1% | £35,400 |
| Languages and area studies | 78.2% | £34,700 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 90.3% | £33,800 |
| Psychology | 86.9% | £33,600 |
| Biosciences | 83.6% | £32,700 |
| Allied health | 91.7% | £31,800 |
| English studies | 87.9% | £31,400 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 91.1% | £31,000 |
| History and archaeology | 91.5% | £30,700 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 78.8% | £29,200 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 81.8% | £29,200 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £44,500
- 2 Business and management £42,000
- 3 Economics £41,600
- 4 Engineering £40,200
- 5 Law £39,100
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Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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