Glasgow has a consistent track record of developing, attracting and retaining talent, an education system that is highly responsive in preparing the next generation of the workforce via multiple routes and a high share of people working in higher-level occupations.
The city has one of the most highly skilled and flexible workforces in Europe with 54% educated to a degree level and 71% of the population of working ages between 16 and 64.
Source: Invest Glasgow
The wider metropolitan region has the second largest student population in the UK and has more international students sitting in competitive universities than almost any medium sized city in the world.
Glasgow’s Universities produces
Glasgow boasts the highest student retention rates in the UK, with over half of those who study in the city choosing to stay and work after graduation. This retention rate is significantly higher than the UK average, placing Glasgow among the top cities for graduate retention. A significant number of graduates also choose to stay within Scotland, demonstrating a strong connection between the city and its students.
Source: What Uni?
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