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Scottish Funding Council

Europe, Edinburgh, City of, United Kingdom, Edinburgh

Description

SFC is the national, strategic body that is responsible for funding teaching and learning.

Investor Profile

Scottish Funding Council has backed more than 3 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 67% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Grant rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Education, Aquaculture, Business Development.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Grant (100%)

Country Focus

  • United Kingdom (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Education
  • Aquaculture
  • Business Development
  • Knowledge Management
  • Higher Education
  • Universities
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Scottish Funding Council frequently co-invest with?

Scottish Government
Europe, Edinburgh, City of, United Kingdom, Edinburgh
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Scottish Funding Council?

University of Dundee

Snodland, Kent, United Kingdom

The University of Dundee has been ranked best in the U.K. and top Internationally outside the USA for Biological Sciences.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities
GrantMar 20, 2025
Amount Raised: $28,523,383
The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre

Stirling, Stirling, United Kingdom

SAIC Promoting, sharing, and nurturing innovation.

AquacultureBusiness DevelopmentKnowledge Management
GrantMay 14, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,887,669
IBioIC

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom

The Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) was set up to bridge the gap between education and industry.

Education
GrantJan 17, 2024