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University of Stirling

Scotland: Stirling

Bachelor's Degree, Foundation Course, Master's Degree, Pre-Master's Degrees

5 Stars

Quality of teaching

14000

Students

University of Stirling, a rising university

Founded in 1967, the University of Stirling is a young and rapidly rising university. Indeed, its track record is already very impressive.

Times Higher Education student ranking Times Higher Education places it 4th in Scotland and 38th in the UK. Its goal is to be among the top 25 in the UK in the coming years. The University of Stirling has also received the maximum possible 5-star rating from QS. This rating assesses teaching, employability, infrastructure, internationalization, and inclusion.

The university has approximately 14,000 students, 20% of whom are international. Pascal Carré from Study Experience visited the campus in November 2022.

Gateways to more opportunities with INTO

If you don't have the required level to directly enter a bachelor's or master's program, or if you're a little apprehensive about higher education abroad and would like some time to adapt to the Anglo-Saxon university system, Study Experience has several options for you. Even better, these options may not extend the duration of your studies! In fact, thanks to one of our partner INTO located in Stirling, you have the opportunity to complete a Foundation Year,  International Year One (post-secondary), or a Graduate Pathway (post-bachelor's). These programs, reserved for international students, offer optimal study conditions, more intensive support, and language assistance. At the end, you validate your coursework and integrate into the rest of the regular university curriculum.

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Study on the most beautiful campus in Scotland

Sterling is a small town located just 40 minutes by train from Glasgow and an hour from Edinburgh. The 133-hectare campus, considered one of the most beautiful in the UK, is situated around a loch at the foot of the Orchil Hills. The campus is a stunning blend of modern and historic buildings. Here you'll find the Pathfoot Building, one of the finest examples of 1960s architecture in the UK, as well as Airthrey Castle, an 18th-century castle. A new sports complex and a new Central Campus opened in 2020. 

Living on the Stirling University campus

The university has approximately 2,900 student accommodations in 19 residences located on or near campus. You will then have the choice between single or shared rooms in residences or 2- or 3-bedroom apartments.

First-year students are guaranteed a place in residence if they accept their offer before a specific date which will be communicated to them.

A dedicated housing team is available 24/7 to assist students if needed.

Stirling's flagship programs and faculties

The University of Stirling has over 220 Bachelor's programs and 90 Master's programs across its 5 faculties: 

• Arts and Humanities
• Health Sciences and Sports
• Natural Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Stirling Management School

The fields of study are numerous, but Stirling is particularly renowned for aquaculture. Indeed, its institute has received the highest possible distinction in the UK: the Queen's Anniversary Prize for excellence in higher education. The university also holds excellent rankings in the UK:

• 3rd for criminology
• 3rd for education
• Top 10 for marketing
• Top 15 for the media
• And finally, the top 20 for commerce.

Study programs offered in Stirling

• Agriculture & Agronomy
• Business, Commerce & Management
• Communication & Media
• Economics & Social Sciences
• Education & Teaching
• Environment & Development
• Finance & Accounting
• Computer Science & AI
• Engineering
• Sports Management
• Marketing
• Medicine, Biology & Biomedicine
• Psychology & Social
• Health
• Science & Applied Sciences
• Political Science & International Relations
• Sport
• Tourism & Hospitality
• Veterinary & Zoology

What makes the difference at the University of Stirling

• More than 1,500 employees
• In 2019, the aquaculture institute received the highest possible award in the UK, the "Queen's Anniversary Prize" for excellence in higher education
• 86% of eligible INTO students went on to join Stirling
• Ranked in the UK: #3 for criminology, #3 for education, top 10 for marketing, top 15 for media, and top 20 for commerce

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Falling for something

"Voted 'Sports University' of the year 2020, Stirling boasts among its alumni athletes who have participated in the Olympic Games, World Championships, and more. With exceptional facilities, including a 9-hole golf course, you can unwind with some sport after class. If sports aren't your thing, no problem, the university has over 120 clubs and societies. There's something for everyone!"

– Marc, Consultant at Study Experience

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