STIRLING
Undergraduate andPostgraduate GuideBe you.
The potential lies within us all.
Be ambitious. Be brave.
Be determined. Be impactful.
Be Stirling.
Be the difference.

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STIRLING
At the University of Stirling, we’recommitted to helping you make apositive difference in the world.
We are proud to provide our students with an
outstanding education, founded on innovationand excellence. Stirling is ranked top 30 in the UK
for student satisfaction1 and has been awarded 5stars in the QS University ratings 2021 for teaching,employability, research and facilities. Our focus ison helping you to be the difference in your chosen
career and equipping you with lifelong employability
skills to ensure you stand out from the crowd.
Our students, graduates and staff are having
a positive impact internationally and wecelebrate our global outlook, with morethan 140 nationalities represented on our
inclusive and multicultural campus.

Our award-winning Students’ Union plays acentral role providing entertainment and welfare
services to make your experience at Stirlingthe best it can be. Our Clubs and Societies areranked top 10 in the UK2, and with more than
120 clubs and societies to choose from, settling
into university life couldn’t be simpler.
You are about to make a very exciting
and important decision about where you
choose to study – and we are delighted you
are considering joining us at Stirling.
I wish you the very best of luck with your studies andlook forward to welcoming you on campus soon.

The University’s beautiful 330-acre campus
offers an unrivalled living and learning
environment, and is top 3 in the world and1st in the UK for campus environment2.
We are renowned as Scotland’s University forSporting Excellence, and our high-quality sports
facilities – which are ranked 1st in the UK and top
5 in the world2 – are available for our students,
high-performance and Olympic athletes, aswell as our staff, and the wider community.

1 National Student Survey 2022
2 International Student Barometer, Wave 2, 2022

Professor Sir Gerry McCormac
Principal and Vice-Chancellor

24%of our leavers are in
employment or further
study 15 months after
graduating1

1 Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019/20

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STUDY
IN SCOTLANDQUALITY OF EDUCATIONQUALITY OF LIFE

Scotland is renowned for the quality and breadthof its education. This small country is home to noless than 19 higher education institutions, four ofwhich have been educating the world for morethan 400 years. We invented penicillin, the bicycle,
television and the telephone, and Scottish University
research is consistently judged “world-leading” or“internationally excellent” in its quality1.

Is it the history? The culture? The scenery andlandscape? Or the people? It’s all of these!
Scotland has been voted the most beautiful country
in the world4. But as well as the majestic hills, lochs,
glens and castles (the University of Stirling evenhas its own!), there are the thriving cultural hubs of
Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling.

Graduates from Scotland’s universities have thebest record of securing professional-level jobs in the
UK and they join the workforce with the highest
average starting salaries2.
The academic excellence of this beautiful country
is just one of the many reasons more than 65,000
students from over 180 different countries choose
to study in Scotland annually3. Come and join them.

1 REF 2021 2 HESA Graduate Outcomes 2019/20
3 HESA FPE student record 2022 4 Rough Guides 2019

Scotland has been
voted the world’s
most beautiful
country4S
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AT THE HEARTOF SCOTLAND

OVER
30%

OF OURSTUDENTS ARE
INTERNATIONAL

Our stunning 330-acre campus is located in thecentre of Scotland and attracts students and theirfamilies to the University from all over the world.

INVERNESS

GLASGOW

ABERDEEN

Stirling

EDINBURGH
NEWCASTLE

BELFASTDUBLINFree

Scotland-wide bus
travel for under 22s

LIVERPOOL

MANCHESTERBIRMINGHAMCARDIFFLONDON

Edinburgh
and Glasgow
international
Airports bothless than 1hr
away

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OUR
CAMPUS

1 International Student Barometer, Wave 2, 20225

Did you know?

Stirling is home to many professional
sporting bodies, including:• Scottish Swimming• Tennis Scotland• Triathlon Scotland• Sportscotland Institute of Sport• The Commonwealth Games Council
for Scotland

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WITH OUR VIRTUAL TOUR:
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1. AIRTHREY CASTLE

9. WALLACE MONUMENT

2. MEDICAL CENTRE

10. COTTRELL

3. THE LINK BRIDGE

11. UNIVERSITY OF STIRLINGINNOVATION PARK

4. ACCOMMODATION VILLAGE
5. PATHFOOT
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safestStirling is the

THIS IS STIRLING

student cityin the UK1

The ancient city of Stirling combines thecharm of a historic destination with thebuzz of a young population.
SOAK UP THE CULTURE

SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP

The Albert Halls were recently named one of thebest music venues in the UK by Time Out magazine,
while the Tolbooth venue has a famous live music
and arts scene. There is a multiplex cinema, andMacrobert Arts Centre on campus showcases thebest in arthouse and mainstream cinema, along witha year-round live performance programme.

The city’s historic Victorian arcade, bustling highstreet and Thistles Shopping Centre are close by, andfor even greater choice, Edinburgh and Glasgow areboth less than an hour away.

FOOD AND DRINKAs well as local pubs, cafés and restaurants in
Bridge of Allan (next door to campus), there
are many student friendly bars and coffee shops
in Stirling city centre. Why not pour a gin fromthe city’s distillery, or a craft beer in Allanwater
Brewhouse or BrewDog?

GET CONNECTED
Located within easy reach of both Glasgow and
Edinburgh, Stirling is perfectly placed for national/
international rail and air travel connections, as well
as day trips and nights out.
With around 130 gigs a week in Glasgow, and theworld’s biggest arts festival taking place annually in
Edinburgh, Stirling is a great base to easily visit both
locations.

WALK WITH HISTORYOUT AND ABOUT

Stirling Castle is one of Scotland’s grandest, andformer home to Mary, Queen of Scots. It’s also
where the world’s oldest football was discovered
hidden behind some panelling.

The University is a frequent film location and nearby
Doune Castle features in Outlander, Game ofThrones and The Outlaw King.

Just next to the university campus is the toweringmonument to Scotland’s hero, William Wallace.

For a change of pace, Loch Lomond and theTrossachs National Park are on our doorstep and theScottish Highlands, with their unrivalled walking andoutdoor activities, are less than an hour away.

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1 The Complete University Guide 2022
2 Rightmove Happy Home Index, 2022

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Stirling is
one of thehappiest
places to live in
the UK2

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1st inthe UKand top 5 in theworld for sportfacilities1

INVOLVED
University isn’t about locking yourself in the library fordays on end. At Stirling, our students love to explore andshare the passions and interests that make them unique.
YOUR STUDENTS’ UNIONSPORT

The award-winning Students’ Union is thebeating heart of the University. Its main aim
is to represent the needs of the students
and offer a wide range of services designed
to improve your student experience.

As Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence,
sport, health and wellbeing are in our DNA, and we
aim to make sure every student can enjoy our worldclass sports facilities – which are fully accessible.
Whether you’re an Olympic athlete, fitness lover,sports fanatic or completely new to physical activity,
we have programmes, classes and clubs to suit you.

We have more than 70 societies and 50 sports
clubs, so no matter what your interest is, weare here for you.

Our sports facilities are ranked 1st in the UK and Top
5 in the world.1

stirlingstudentsunion.com
stir.ac.uk/sport

1 International Student Barometer, Wave 2, 2022

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Top 10in the UK for clubs
and societies1

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OUR REPUTATIONAt the University of Stirling, being the difference isin our DNA. That’s why we’re regularly recognised
across the globe for excellence in teaching, researchand offering a world-class student experience.

NATIONAL STUDENTSURVEY 2022
•Top 30 in the UK for student
satisfaction•1st in Scotland forMathematics, History,
Literature in English andMarketing•Top 10 in the UK for
Computing Science

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT
EXPERIENCE SURVEY(PTES) 2022
• Top 30 in the UK for overall
postgraduate student
experience*• Top 30 in the UK for
postgraduate student
support*• Top 20 in the UK for
postgraduate teaching*• Many courses higher than
90% Overall Student
Satisfaction

5 stars

for Teaching, Employability,
Research, Internationalisation,
Facilities and Inclusiveness
QS Stars University Ratings 2021

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
BAROMETER, WAVE 2, 2022
• 1st in the UK, Top 3 in theworld for campus environment• 1st in the UK, Top 5 in theworld for sport facilities• Top 10 in the UK, Top 20 in theworld for clubs and societies• Overall 91% of international
students were satisfied with
their experience at Stirling• Top 10 in the UK for goodteachers and expert lecturers*Out of all participating PTES institutions

RESEARCH EXCELLENCE
FRAMEWORK 2021
• More than 80% of Stirling
research is world leading orinternationally excellent

THE TIMES AND SUNDAYTIMES GOOD UNIVERSITYGUIDE 2023
• 1st in Scotland, Top 5 in
the UK for Criminology

THE GUARDIAN
UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2023
• 2nd in Scotland, Top 10 in
the UK for Economics• 2nd in Scotland for Journalism• 87% of the University’s
research has an outstandingor very considerable impact
on society• 2nd in Scotland, Top 5 in
the UK for Communicationand Media• 1st in Scotland, 2nd in
the UK for Marketing andPublic Relations• 4th in Scotland and Top 50 in
the UK for research impact• Top 5 in the UK for Education• Top 10 in the UK for
Sports Science• 1st in Scotland, Top 10 in the
UK for Media and Film Studies

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CAREER-READY
Our graduates stand out. Stirling students leave campus equipped withlife-changing skills and, depending on your course of study, we have a rangeof CV-building opportunities to help you make an impact on the world stage.
INTERNSHIPS, WORKPLACEMENTS AND
WORK EXPERIENCE
Undertake a work
placement or paid internship,and benefit from work
experience opportunities
throughout the year.

93%

student
satisfaction

Find a mentor and shareyour experiences through
The Stirling Network.

with the career support
services1

GUEST LECTURES AND
INDUSTRY VISITSSIMULATIONLEARNING

Hear from external experts
and industry leaders throughregular guest lectures, or visit
workplaces and attend sector
events to put your learning
into practice.

Put your knowledge to thetest and practise your skillsin the safety of a mockenvironment.

1 International Student Barometer, Wave 2, 2022
2 Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019/20

MENTORING

94%
of our leavers arein employment

or further study 15 months
after graduating2

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OUR
UNDERGRADUATE
DEGREESDOWNLOAD THE
UNDERGRADUATEPROSPECTUS

UNDERGRADUATE

Here at Stirling, we believe in choice. That’s why weoffer more than 170 single and combined courses,
and you may specialise in multiple subject areas aspart of your own unique Combined Honours degree.

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UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
The majority of our 170 undergraduate courses start in September each year, however some also have a
January intake. Please see the individual course pages on our website for the most up-to-date information.

UNDERGRADUATE

BAcc (Hons) Accountancy
BAcc (Hons) Accountancy and Finance
BSc (Hons) Animal Biology
FC
BSc (Hons) Applied Biological Sciences
BSc (Hons) Biology
BSc (Hons) Business Computing
BA (Hons) Business Studies
BA (Hons) Business Law
BSc (Hons) Cell Biology
BSc (Hons) Computing Science
BA (Hons) Criminology and Social Policy
BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology
BSc (Hons) Data ScienceFC
BA (Hons) Digital Media
BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation
BA (Hons) Economics
BA (Hons) / BSc (Hons) Education (Primary)
BA (Hons) / BSc (Hons) Education (Secondary)FC
BA (Hons) Professional Education(Secondary, Chemistry)BA (Hons) Professional Education
FC(Secondary, Physics)
BA (Hons) English Studies
BSc (Hons) Environmental Geography
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
BA (Hons) Film and MediaBA (Hons) Finance
BA (Hons) French
BSc (Hons) Geography – Environmental
BSc (Hons) GeographyFC
BA (Hons) Heritage and Tourism
BA (Hons) History
BA (Hons) History and Heritage
BA (Hons) Human Resource Management
BA (Hons) International Management Studies
with European Languages and Society

Key
September start
January start
August start

Only available incombination withother subjects
FC In partnership with
Forth Valley College

BA (Hons) Journalism Studies
BA (Hons) Law
LLB (Hons) Law
BSc (Hons) Management
BSc (Hons) Marine Biology
BA (Hons) Marketing
BSc (Hons) Mathematics
BSc (Hons) Mathematics – Applied Mathematics
BA (Hons) Modern Languages
BSc (Hons) / BSc Nursing – Adult
BSc (Hons) / BSc Nursing - Mental Health
BSc Paramedic Science
BA (Hons) Philosophy
BA (Hons) Politics
BA (Hons) Politics (International)
BA (Hons) Politics, Philosophy
and Economics: PPEBA (Hons) Professional Accountancy
BSc Professional Practice
BA (Hons) / BSc (Hons) Psychology
BA (Hons) Religion
BA (Hons) Retail Marketing
BA (Hons) Scottish History
BA (Hons) Social WorkBA (Hons) Sociology and Social PolicyFC
BSc (Hons) Software Developmentwith Cyber Security
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
BA (Hons) Spanish and Latin American Studies
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
BA (Hons) Sport Business Management
BA (Hons) Sport Development and Coaching
BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology
BA Teaching Qualification for Further
Education (TQFE) - In-service
BA Teaching Qualification for Further
Education (TQFE) - Pre-service

NB. Courses offered and start dates are subject to change.
Please see website for the most up-to-date information.

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HOW TO APPLY
Applying to the University of Stirling couldn’t be
simpler, just follow these five easy steps.

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ATTEND AN
OPEN DAYREGISTERYOUR
INTEREST

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3

WAIT FOR
YOUR OFFERAPPLY VIA UCAS,
THE COMMON APPLICATION,
OR DIRECTLY TO STIRLING(depends on how and when you are applying see course web pages for details)

You areStirling!

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MAKE FUNDING,VISA ANDACCOMMODATIONARRANGEMENTS

HOW TOAPPLYFLEXIBLE COMBINED DEGREES

stir.ac.uk/
ughowtoapply

Can’t decide which course to do? Our flexible course structuremeans you can try out different subjects and decide which ones
you’d like to combine later.
For example, you could choose:
Politics

Economics

MarketingPsychology

Accountancy

Spanish+++POLITICS AND= BA (HONS)
ECONOMICS

MARKETING= BAAND(HONS)PSYCHOLOGYACCOUNTANCY= BACC (HONS)
AND SPANISHCOURSE LENGTH

Advanced
Entry

year

year
year
year
+
+
+
3
2
4 = Honours
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UNDERGRADUATE

Most undergraduate courses at the University of Stirling are four years long, resulting in an
Honours degree. Some of our courses offer Advanced Entry routes that enable students togain exemption from Year 1 or Year 2 of study.

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UNDERGRADUATEUNDERGRADUATE FEESAND FUNDING
If you have the talent, ability anddrive to study with us, we want
you to make the most of theopportunity and we can help
you with your finances.

HONOURS YEAR SCHOLARSHIPTUITION FEES

INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPSYour University fees cover all your teaching,examinations, and enrolment as a student.
Individual course fee information can befound on the relevant course pages.

We offer a variety of funding opportunities
for students from around the world. See
our website for details of scholarships andfunding opportunities you can apply for.

STIR.AC.UK/FEESANDFUNDING

Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland,
Republic of Ireland and the EU who successfully
progress through Years 1-3 and enter fourth year
will be awarded an Honours Scholarship, covering
the full cost of the fees in their fourth and final year.

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VISA
INFORMATIONSTUDENT ROUTE:GRADUATE ROUTE:

All international students intending on studying
at Stirling for a period of more than six months
will need to apply for a Student Route Visa.
EU, EEA and Swiss students also need to apply
for this Visa. Under the Student Route, you must
demonstrate that you hold an offer from anapproved education institution, speak English to
the accepted standard and are able to support
yourself financially during your studies.

International students will benefit from the UK
government Graduate Route. This allows those
who have completed a degree at a UK Higher
Education provider to stay in the UK for two
years (three years for PhD graduates) and workat any skill level, and to switch into work routes ifthey find a suitable job.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
GOV.UK/VISAS-IMMIGRATIONSTUDYABROADUNDERGRADUATEFrom a semester in Tokyo to a year
in Spain or California, we havepartnerships with more than 70
universities across four continents thatprovide our students with a global anddynamic educational experience.

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Top 20in the UK
for postgraduateteaching.1

POSTGRADUATEOUR ACCREDITATIONS, AWARDS AND MEMBERSHIPSRECOGNISEDCOURSE

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OUR POSTGRADUATE(TAUGHT) DEGREES
Choose from more than 90 postgraduate courses
and study on campus, online or blended. Most of ourMasters courses take one year to complete.

CREATE YOURPERSONALISEDPOSTGRADUATEPROSPECTUS

POSTGRADUATE

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POSTGRADUATE STUDY
We have a wide range of in-person, online and blended learning postgraduate courses, some with two
intakes per year (or up to three for online courses). Most courses are 12 months (full time), however
some data courses starting in January are different. Please check course web pages for details.

ACCOUNTING, FINANCE,BANKING AND ECONOMICS
MSc Digital Banking and FinanceMSc FinanceMSc Finance and Data Analytics
MSc Finance and Risk Management
MSc International Accounting and FinanceMSc Investment Analysis

AQUACULTURE
MSc Aquatic Pathobiology
MSc Aquatic Veterinary Studies
MSc Sustainable Aquaculture

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
MSc Behavioural Science
MSc Business Analytics
MSc Business and Management
MRes Business and Management
MSc Data Science for Business
MSc Human Resource Management
MSc International Business
MSc Marketing
MSc Marketing Analytics
MSc Marketing and Brand Management
MBA Master of Business Administration

POSTGRADUATECOMMUNICATIONS, MEDIAAND CULTURE
MSc Digital Media and Communication
MSc/MLitt Gender Studies (Applied)
MSc International Journalism
MSc Media Management
MSc Media Research
MSc Strategic Communication andPublic Relations (Joint Degree with
Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona)
MSc Public Relations and Strategic
Communication

COMPUTING, DATA SCIENCE
AND MATHEMATICS
MSc Artificial Intelligence
MSc Big Data
MSc Financial Technology (Fintech)MSc Mathematics and Data Science

EDUCATION
MSc Management and English
Language Teaching (MELT)
MSc Teaching English to Speakersof Other Languages (TESOL)PGCert Tertiary Education with Teaching
Qualification (Further Education) In-service
PGDip Tertiary Education with Teaching
Qualification (Further Education) Pre-service
MSc Education
PhD TESOL Research

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
MSc Environmental Management
MSc Environmental Remote Sensing andGeospatial Sciences

HEALTH SCIENCES
MSc Early Years Practice Health Visiting

HISTORY, HERITAGE AND POLITICS
MSc Heritage
MSc Historical Research
MRes Historical Research
MSc International Conflict and Cooperation
MPP Public Policy

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LAW AND PHILOSOPHY
MSc Human Rights and Diplomacy
LLM International Energy andEnvironmental Law
MLitt Philosophy

LITERATURE AND LANGUAGES
MLitt Creative Writing
MSc English Language and Linguistics
MRes Humanities
MLitt Publishing Studies
MRes Publishing Studies

PSYCHOLOGYSOCIAL SCIENCES
MSc Applied Social Research
MSc Disaster Interventions andHumanitarian Aid
MSc Social Statistics and Social Research
MSc Criminology
MSc Criminological Research
MSc Social Work Studies

SPORT
MSc Psychology of Sport
MSc Sport Management
MSc Sport Nutrition

MSc Autism Research
MSc Health Psychology
MSc/MA Human Animal Interaction
MSc Psychological Therapy in Primary CareMSc Psychology (Conversion Course)
MSc Psychological Research Methods

Key
January start
February start
May start

August start
September start
October start
Starts 1st of every month

ONLINE AND BLENDED COURSES

MBA Business Scale Up (Online)
MBA Sustainability Impact (Online)
MSc Big Data (Online)
MSc Business Analytics (Online)
MSc Data Science for Business (Online)
MSc Dementia Studies (Online)
MSc Gerontology and Global Ageing (Online)
MSc Substance Use (Online)
MRes Health Research (Online)
MPH Public Health (Online)
MSc Sport Performance Coaching (Online)
MSc Public Relations andStrategic Communication (Online)
MSc Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages (TESOL) (Online)

NB. Courses offered, start dates and course
length are subject to change. Please see
website for the most up-to-date information.

BLENDED-LEARNING COURSES
We have a number of courses which are mostly
delivered online, but require you to attend
classes on campus a couple of times throughout
your studies.
MSc Advancing Practice
MSc Applied Professional Studies
MSc/PGDip Housing Studies (part time)
MSc/PGDip Housing Studies(with internship)
Doctor of Applied Social Research
Doctor of Education (EdD)
MSc Educational Leadership(Specialist Qualification for Headship)
MRes Educational Research
MSc Professional Education and Leadership

STIR.AC.UK/ONLINEPOSTGRADUATE

100% ONLINE COURSES

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POSTGRADUATE
FEES AND FUNDING
Fees vary depending on your permanent place of residence
and so does the funding you may be eligible to receive.
TUITION FEES

LOANS

Postgraduate course tuition fees cover the cost ofregistration, supervision of research and study, theuse of academic facilities, and all examinations.
Some courses may require you to pay an additional
fee for laboratory or field-based work.

Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) may beable to provide you with a loan of up to £11,500 to
help cover tuition fees and living costs. Other similar
postgraduate loans are available from other UK
agencies.

Please consult individual course web pages for upto-date fee information.

POSTGRADUATE

STIR.AC.UK/FEESANDFUNDINGSCHOLARSHIPS
We have a wide range of scholarship and bursary
opportunities for both UK and international
students, depending on your course andcircumstances.

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HOW TOAPPLYHOW TO APPLY
Applications can be made via the online application
form available on our course pages.
If you’re an international student, you can also apply
via an in-country agent. You can find a list of thesefor your area on our country-specific pages.
stir.ac.uk/international

stir.ac.uk/
postgraduate
FAST-TRACK APPLICATION
If you are a current undergraduate student at
the University of Stirling, you will be eligible
for our fast-track application to postgraduate
study. Provided you meet the minimum
requirements for your chosen course, we will
be able to guarantee you an offer and you
may be eligible for an alumni scholarship.

STUDENT ROUTEGRADUATE ROUTE

All international students intending on studying
at Stirling for a period of more than six months
will need to apply for a Student Route Visa. EU,
EEA and Swiss students also need to apply forthis Visa. Under the Student Route, you must
demonstrate that you hold an offer from anapproved education institution, speak English to
the accepted standard and are able to support
yourself financially during your studies.

International students will benefit from the UK
government Graduate Route. This allows those whohave completed a degree at a UK Higher Education
provider to stay in the UK for two years (three years
for PhD graduates) and work at any skill level, and toswitch into work routes if they find a suitable job.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
GOV.UK/VISAS-IMMIGRATIONPOSTGRADUATEVISAINFORMATION

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UNIVERSITYOF STIRLING
Working with global education experts INTO, our pathway courses aredesigned to give you excellent preparation for your University of Stirling degree.
Our dynamic pathway courses, integrated undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and academic English
courses can help you pursue academic success. In some circumstances, students who study with INTO before
progressing to their undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Stirling can benefit from only needing to apply
for one student visa.

UNDERGRADUATE PATHWAYSAdvanced entry into Year Two
of your degree

Advanced entry into Year Threeof your degree

International Foundation
The International Foundation prepares you for
direct entry to Year Two of an undergraduate
degree and helps ensure that you meet both theEnglish language and academic entry requirements
for your chosen progression degree. This course
offers flexibility in choosing your degree and offers
students a chance to make a more informed decisionon their degree choice.

International Diploma
Equivalent to the second year of a Scottish
undergraduate degree, the International Diploma
focuses on developing your academic andundergraduate research skills, as well as improving
your English language ability. On completion,
you’ll be able to choose a degree and progress toYear Three at the University of Stirling. This course
is available to students who have completed afoundation, or have A-Levels (or equivalent) which
are not quite up to direct entry level.

International Year One
Like the International Foundation, InternationalYear One prepares you for direct entry to Year Twoof an undergraduate degree. This is for students
who know which degree they wish to study andoffers modules tailored to what you want to study
at university. This option also offers the convenienceof studying both the pathway and degree under one
single visa.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUTOUR STUDY PATHWAYS.
STIR.AC.UK/INTO

International Year Two
As with the International Diploma, this course
will develop your undergraduate academic skills
while improving your English language ability toprogress to Year Three of a University of Stirling
degree. The course is for students who know which
progression degree they wish to study and offers
the convenience of studying both the pathway anddegree under one single visa.

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POSTGRADUATE PATHWAYS

PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH

Three Term Pre-Masters
The Three Term Pre-Masters is ideal for students who
have completed higher level study not equivalent to a UK
degree. The course bridges the gap between three year
diplomas or university systems not recognised in the UK.
Successful completion will allow you to progress onto a
Master’s degree.

Pre-sessional English courses provide
a short and intensive preparation inacademic English for students who are
already academically qualified and are
due to start a degree at the University ofStirling. We offer options to study bothonline or on campus.

The course will focus on English language, study skills andresearch skills combined with subject content relevant toyour chosen subject area.
Students can combine the Three Term Pre-Masters witha University of Stirling Masters degree if they know
which Masters degree they wish to study (only requiring
one visa for both parts of the study plan), or take theThree Term Pre-Masters as a standalone qualificationand consider their Master’s degree study options uponcompletion (requiring two separate visas).

10-week Pre-sessional English course
This course can be taken either online oron campus, and is designed to improveyour IELTS score by at least 1.0 in one ormore subskills.
6-week Pre-sessional English course
This short, intensive course can be taken
either online or on campus and is designed
to improve your IELTS score by at least 0.5
in one or more subskills.

Two Term Pre-Masters
The Two Term Pre-Masters is a six month course covering
English language and study skills. It is ideal for students
who have an ordinary degree who may not meetthe requirements for direct entry, or who have work
experience that they wish to use in lieu of a degree but
need to sharpen up their academic skills in order to thrivein their Masters degree.
One Term Pre-Masters
The One Term Pre-Masters course is an intensive threemonth course covering English language and study
skills. It is ideal for students who have substantial work
experience relevant to the degree that they wish to
study, or a 3rd class honours. The course will allow you
to acquire the skills you need to thrive in your Masters
degree such as academic English, essay writing, researchskills and critical thinking.

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PhDs ANDRESEARCHSUBJECT AREAS

At the University of Stirling, ourresearch is changing lives andtackling the global issues of ourtime. We’re leading the fightagainst tobacco-related harm,working to improve the lives ofpeople with dementia and feeding
communities through sustainableaquaculture research.

Accounting and Finance
Advanced Management Education
Aquaculture
Biological and Environmental Sciences
Communications, Media and Culture
Computing Science and Mathematics
Dementia and Ageing
Economics
Education
Health Sciences
History and Politics
Housing
Law and Philosophy
Literature and Languages
Management, Work and Organisation
Marketing and Retail
Psychology
Social Work
Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology
Sport

HOW TO APPLY FORA RESEARCH DEGREEPOSTGRADUATE RESEARCH

Follow these steps to apply for a research degree at Stirling.

1

2

3

STEP

STEP

STEP

CHOOSE A
SUBJECT AREA
AND IDENTIFYA SUPERVISORDEVELOP ANDSUBMIT YOURRESEARCH PROPOSAL

APPLY

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87%

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT RESEARCH,
INCLUDING FUNDING: STIR.AC.UK/RESEARCH
1 Research Excellence Framework 2021

POSTGRADUATEPOSTGRADUATERESEARCHRESEARCHof the University’s
research has an
outstanding or very
considerable impact
on society1

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COUNT ONOUR SUPPORTOur student support services are accessible to everyone and are tailored
to meet the diverse requirements of our student body.
The Student Services Hub brings the following services together to help
you resolve your queries through a single point of contact. #JustAsk
IMMIGRATIONMENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Our Student Immigration Team can give you advice
and information on visas, immigration and more.

Our qualified counsellors, wellbeing and mental
health professionals are here for you throughout
your time at Stirling.

STUDENT LEARNING SERVICESOur Student Learning Services Team organises daily
drop-in sessions, regular workshops and tutorials to
help you boost your learning skills.

FAITH AND SPIRITUALITYThe Chaplaincy is open to all faiths and none, andcelebrates the wealth of nationalities, cultures andbeliefs here at the University of Stirling. Support
includes a dedicated prayer and washroom for
Muslim students.

MONEY SUPPORTFor help with budgeting, money management, andapplying for additional funding and financial support
whilst studying at Stirling.

ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION
Our expert team helps students with a wide varietyof needs to get the most out of their university life,
ranging from assessments to pre-entry visits.

STIR.AC.UK/STUDENTSUPPORTLIBRARY AND IT SUPPORTWith hundreds of thousands of books and plenty of room for research and study, ourspacious library offers all the tools and resources you need to succeed, together withstunning views of the loch.
Dedicated IT support is available on-site, and we have a laptop loan scheme where you
can borrow a laptop for short or long periods of time.

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safestStirling is thestudent cityin the UK1

SOMEWHERE TO
CALL HOME

1 The Complete University Guide 2022
2 Halifax Bank Affordable Cities Review 2021

We have more than 2,900 rooms on campus, in nearby Bridge of Allan
and across the city of Stirling. All accommodation is self-catered with
options to suit all budgets.
BUILT AROUND YOUR NEEDS
We have different types of accommodation toreflect the needs and budgets of our students.
All accommodation options are self-cateredand kitchens are equipped with a cooker,
microwave, fridge, freezer and kettle. Toilets
and showers are either en-suite or in sharedfacilities. Accommodation is single occupancy
and you can choose from a range of flats, chaletsand townhouses. We also have limited family
accommodation.
On campus, everything is planned around you –so you’ll find card-operated laundry facilities,
a supermarket, pharmacy, medical and dental centre
and a gym within a few minutes’ walk, as well as all
the facilities the University and Students’ Union haveto offer.

If you’ve got family or friends who would like tovisit, we have the Stirling Court Hotel on campus,
with a fantastic restaurant, bar and facilities.
stirlingcourthotel.co.uk

SAFETY AND SECURITY
Stirling is the safest student city in the UK1, and wego the extra mile to look out for our students bothon and off campus. We provide a 24/7 security
team and a range of support services, likethe Safe Taxi Scheme – which helps students
get home safely if they run out of money.
Students under 22 also benefit from free bus travel
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LIVING COSTS
In addition to your tuition fees, you’ll also need to consider your living costs during thecourse of your studies. Fortunately, Stirling is one of the most affordable cities to live in in the UK 2.

Monthly

Two Semesters

Three Semesters(typical Undergraduate year)(typical Postgraduate year)

University Accommodation Rent*£399 - £881

£3,242 - £7159£4,502 - £9943

Food

£180

£1,460£2,030

Leisure

£120

£975

£1,350

Clothing

£30

£240

£340

Books

£25

£200

£280

Phone

£25

£200

£280

Travel

£30

£240

£340

TOTAL

£809-£1,291£6,557-£10,474£9122-£14,563†* Includes utilities, Wi-Fi, insurance, housekeeping assistance, and 24/7 staff assistance.
This might not be the same for private accommodation.
† This does not include any travel home. Scotland offers free bus travel for all under 22’s.
NB. This table is for illustrative purposes only. Prices can fluctuate for many reasons

Stirling

is one of the mostaffordable cities tolive in in the UK2

ACCESSIBLE HOUSING
We can provide or adapt accommodation for avariety of requirements following a pre-entry visit.
If you have any specific needs, please get in touchwith us as soon as you can and we’ll take it fromthere. ask@stir.ac.uk

HOW TO APPLY
Students who have firmly accepted a conditionalor unconditional offer can apply online via the
University Applicant Portal.

STIR.AC.UK/ACCOMMODATION

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OPEN DAYS
Experience the University of Stirling for yourself
at our virtual or on campus Open Days.
WHAT HAPPENS AT AN OPEN DAY?

CHAT WITH A STUDENT BUDDY

Our on campus and online Open Days are youropportunity to learn everything you need to know
about the University of Stirling. You’ll be able to findout information about:

No one knows more about life at Stirling than ourstudents. Chat to one of our friendly students online
about any aspect of student life and what it’s reallylike at Stirling.

• Courses• Fees and funding• How to apply• Accommodation• Sport• Careers and employability• Visas and immigration• Students’ Union• Research• ...and more

COURSE WEBINARS
Throughout the year, we run regular coursespecific webinars. Find the webinar orlive chat best suited to you and register inadvance to add the date to your calendar.
stir.ac.uk/webinars

stir.ac.uk/chat

FOR UPCOMING
OPEN DAYS, VISIT:
Undergraduate:
stir.ac.uk/openday
Postgraduate:
stir.ac.uk/
postgraduateopenday

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