University of Stirling
Overview
Dedicated to providing its students with lifelong employability skills, the University of Stirling prepares its students for their future career. Stirling welcomes the world to its international academic community, with 20% of the student population from overseas.
- Degrees are designed to help students build the skills that they will need to develop a clear career path.
- Close to Glasgow and Edinburgh, students will have the ideal combination of a peaceful learning space and the bright lights of the city.
- Stirling is the most affordable student city in the UK (UNiDAYS 2018).
- Students can choose to enter a degree at the University of Stirling or another leading Scottish university.
- Progression options to 6 of the 8 Scottish universities in the UK top 50 (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019).
Quick facts
- Established in 1967
- Total number of students: 14,000+
- Number of international students: 2,800+
- Nationalities represented: 120+
Why This University
Courses
Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
Combining a university pathway with an undergraduate degree under a single 4-year CAS.
- Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
International Foundation
Leading to Year 2 of a 4-year Scottish undergraduate degree. Students will receive a CAS for the duration of the Foundation programme only.
- International Foundation in Business, Finance, Economics and Marketing
- International Foundation in Media, Humanities and Social Sciences
- International Foundation in Science, Sport, Computing and Engineering
Undergraduate Degree with International Year Two
Combining a university pathway with an undergraduate degree under a single 3-year CAS.
- Undergraduate Degree with International Year Two
International Diploma
Leading to Year 3 of a 4-year Scottish undergraduate degree.
- International Diploma in Business, Finance, Marketing and Humanities
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
Postgraduate Degree with Graduate Diploma
Combining a university pathway with a Master’s degree under a single CAS.
- Postgraduate Degree with Graduate Diploma
Graduate Diploma
For students who do not meet the academic and English language requirements for a Master’s degree.
- Graduate Diploma in Business, Finance and Sport
- Graduate Diploma in Media, Humanities and Social Sciences
- Graduate Diploma in Science, Computing and Engineering
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
Pre-Master’s at INTO University of Stirling
Develop English language, research and study skills in a 6-month programme, before progressing to a Master’s degree at the University of Stirling.
- Pre-Master’s
English Language Courses
Academic English
An intensive course offering students rapid progress in preparation for academic study.
- Academic English
Top subjects
- Accounting
- Computing Science
- Business Studies
- Human Resource Management
- Film and Media
- Economics
- Marketing
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Sport Studies
- TESOL
Key rankings
Student success
- 3rd in the UK for Education (The Complete University Guide 2020).
- 8th in the UK for Marketing (The Complete University Guide 2021).
- Top 15 in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- Top 15 in the UK for Criminology (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- Top 20 in the UK for Business Studies (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- Top 20 in the UK for Politics (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
- 13th in the UK for Sports Science (The Complete University Guide 2021).
- Top 25 in the UK for Psychology (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
Take a look at our student progression results in all subjects/programs for 2017-18.
Passed: 95% of those who completed their pathway
Eligible: 86% eligible to progress to the University of Stirling of those who passed
Campus and location
1. University of Stirling campus
Centred around a large loch, the University of Stirling’s 330-acre campus includes the magnificent 18th-century Airthrey Castle, some amazing natural views and lots of local wildlife. Buses run frequently between the campus and the city centre with discounted fares for students, and the city has quick and easy rail connections to larger cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Accommodation
For students applying for direct entry to university accommodation information can be found on the university website.
En suite campus accommodation
- 5-minute walk from the INTO Centre and the University buildings.
- En suite rooms.
- Utility bills included.
- 24/7 support from on-site staff.
University facilities
The University of Stirling contains all the facilities students need for a great university experience, including the 24/7 Library Study Zone for study resources, the Macrobert Arts Centre to watch movies, the Students’ Union to join a society and the £20 million Sports Centre, where INTO students have a free membership to throughout their INTO programme.
Tuition fees
For entry in 2020–21:
Most full-time undergraduate courses for non-EU international students range from £13,100–£15,600 per year.
For the most up-to-date information, visit the University website.
Admission Requirements & Deadline
All information is provided as a guide and does not guarantee entry. Admissions decisions are at the discretion of the university.
For country-specific entry requirements, please visit the University website.
English Requirements
Typically IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent.
Some degree programmes may require higher English language requirements for entry. Please check specific entry requirements on the University’s website.
