University of Stirling

University of Stirling

The University of Stirling is an international university committed to helping students make a difference in the world. We’re passionate about creating impact in everything we do – addressing real societal issues, providing solutions, and helping to shape communities. Based in the heart of Scotland, Stirling is a place where ability – not background – is valued.

Top reasons to study here

  • The University of Stirling is rated 1st in the UK and 5th in the world for its campus environment.
  • More than 96% of our postgraduate leavers are in employment or further study within six months of graduating.
  • The University of Stirling is Sports University of the Year.

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Business & Management (78)
Social Sciences (63)
Journalism & Media (29)
Humanities (20)
Computer Science & IT (19)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (19)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (17)
Engineering & Technology (9)
Arts, Design & Architecture (7)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (7)
Education & Training (6)
Law (6)
Agriculture & Forestry (3)
Medicine & Health (3)
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)

About

History

Founded in 1967, the University of Stirling was the first new university to be established in Scotland for 400 years, and was built around the beautiful 330-acre Airthrey Estate – featuring a stunning loch and 18th century castle designed by influential architect Robert Adam. Since then, we've helped more than 92,000 students from 170 countries develop the skills they need to shape the world.

Education

At Stirling, we’re focused on providing education with a purpose. Our collaborative and research-led approach to teaching earned us a 5-star rating in the QS World University Rankings 2020. More importantly, our students love the way we teach. That's why we earned a 96% satisfaction rate for lecture expertise in the International Student Barometer 2018. While students have the opportunity to work alongside our expert academics full-time on our beautiful 330-acre campus, we also offer a range of part-time, blended learning and online postgraduate courses available to students from all over the globe.

Research

Our world-leading academics are experts in their fields, and our teaching explores this cutting-edge research to make an impact to society. That’s why three-quarters of Stirling’s research was classed as either world leading or internationally excellent in the most recent Research Excellence Framework.

 

Our aim is simple: from feeding the world to using psychology to catch criminals, we want to tackle the global issues of our time. Our multi-disciplinary researchers challenge assumptions, innovate thinking and find solutions.

Career

Ranked 1st in Scotland and top 15 in the world for careers services, our postgraduate courses offer hands-on experience, career support and opportunities to work with industries across the globe.

Services

Housing services

The University of Stirling offers a wide range of comfortable and secure postgraduate residences on our beautiful 330-acre campus, in nearby Bridge of Allan and in Stirling’s vibrant city centre. We prioritise new students applying for accommodation, and if you apply by the advertised deadline we’ll guarantee you an offer of University accommodation. Postgraduate accommodation contracts run for 50 weeks from September to August. This means our students have the option to stay over the winter holidays if necessary. If you require family accommodation during your studies at Stirling, we have a range of University-maintained flats designed for couples with children.

Library services

Our state-of-the-art library is home to over 600,000 books and includes a wide range of collaborative study spaces. We invest £1.5 million per year in new books, journals and databases – but our students aren’t limited to what's on the shelves. As a member of the Society of College, National and University Libraries, students can use resources from universities all over the UK and Ireland.

Medical services

To provide for your healthcare needs during your time at university, our campus plays host to a dedicated NHS general medical practice and dental centre. Every student is entitled to register for these practices and benefit from the friendly, personal service they offer.

Student Life

Campus life

Located 10 minutes from the ancient city of Stirling, our 330-acre campus isn't just a gorgeous place to call home. With an Olympic-sized swimming pool, castle, cinema and a dozen bars and restaurants, it’s easy to see why we earned a five-star rating for our facilities in the QS World University Rankings. Designed around the beautiful Airthrey Loch, everything you need on our campus is just a 10-minute walk apart.

That's just part of the reason students voted us 1st in the UK and 5th in the World for campus environment (UK ISB Benchmark and Global ISB Benchmark). We've also recently invested £41m to create a modern new student hub and sports facilities due for completion.

Sports facilities

The University of Stirling is Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence and  the UK's Sports University of the Year (Times and Sunday Times Guide University Guide). We've recently invested more than £20m to create an iconic new sports complex due for completion– and you're going to love it. Integrating the National Swimming Academy and GB National Tennis Academy, our new facilities include: purpose-built fitness studios, state-of-the-art gym, two sports halls, six indoor tennis courts, indoor cycling studio, strength and conditioning areas, a world-class high-performance suite, enhanced changing facilities, and open plan communal spaces, café, reception area and more.

Student clubs

The University of Stirling Students' Union empowers students with the ability to explore their passions and share new experiences by getting involved with our 120 clubs and societies. Groups range from debate, politics and travel, to law, LGBTQ+, psychology, dance, drama and so much more. The University of Stirling Postgraduate Society also gives taught and research postgraduate students the chance to come together through a range of planned social activities – which offers the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded students from a range of disciplines. Can't find a club or society that interests you? We can even help you to start and develop your own club.

Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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