What is Universal Partners?
Universities are Scotland’s universal partners — collaborating with organisations the length and breadth of Scotland to tackle the nation’s biggest challenges and to create opportunities that support people, places and businesses to thrive. Universities work side by side with public services, industry and local communities to improve lives, strengthen the economy, and create opportunities for all.
From advancing healthcare and education to powering the economy through innovation, driving the transition to net zero, and tackling child poverty, Scotland’s universities are embedded in the everyday fabric of the nation. Universities’ highly-skilled students and staff, their research capability and enthusiasm to collaborate on shared goals, make them an ideal partner in delivering practical solutions to complex problems, and maximising opportunities for all of Scotland.
Explore the many partnerships universities have to make good things happen
Across Scotland, universities are working hand in hand with partners to create positive change that reaches every community - from classrooms in Castlehead to the Flow Country’s ecosystem.
Discover the stories behind these collaborations and why they matter to Scotland’s future.
The stories shared here only start to skim the surface. Your nearest university would love to share more.