About University of Stirling
The University of Stirling is a picturesque campus university between Edinburgh and Glasgow known for sports science, aquaculture, media and environmental research with strong student support and scholarships.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 17,000 total students
- • 4,300 international students
- • 90 student societies
Location
- • Located in Stirling
- • Public university
- • Established 1967
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Integrated Master, Pathway/Foundation
Popular Subjects
Sport and Exercise SciencePsychologyAquacultureFinanceFilm & Media
Student-Staff Ratio
14 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Communications, Media & Culture, History & Politics, Languages, Literature & Cultures, Philosophy & Religion
Faculty of Social Sciences
Education, Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology, Psychology, Management, Work and Organisation
Faculty of Natural Sciences
Biological & Environmental Sciences, Aquaculture, Computing Science & Mathematics, Health Sciences & Sport
Stirling Management School
Accounting & Finance, Economics, Marketing & Retail, Behavioural Science
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers range from AAB-BBC at A level or Scottish Highers AABB
Alternatives: International Baccalaureate 30 points, Gaokao 70% plus recognised foundation, College Diploma average 80%
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 78
Nursing, Social Work and Teaching require PVG/DBS checks and interview • Art & Design programmes request a digital portfolio
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent
GPA: 2.8
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research proposals for MSc Research, MRes and PhD • Professional references for Health Sciences & Sport programmes
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,500
- Postgraduate: £13,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £5,500
- Food: £2,000
- Transport: £600
- Entertainment: £800
- Other: £700
- Total: £9,600
Scholarships
International Undergraduate Excellence
Automatic tuition fee discount for first-year international entrants
Value: £2,000
Postgraduate International Excellence Scholarship
Merit award for taught masters applicants
Value: £4,000
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
Covers fees and living costs for selected programmes
Value: £19,000
Campus & Facilities
Facilities
Accommodation
On-campus residences
On-campusPurpose-built accommodation in stunning lochside campus
Cost: £110 - £155 (per week)
En-suite options • Lake views • Study bedrooms • Common rooms
Contract:
Into Stirling
PartnerModern accommodation for international students
Cost: £140 - £175 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Social areas • Study spaces
Contract:
Apply through Stirling accommodation services
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 90
Teams: 45
Cultural Activities
- Highland Dancing and cultural societies — Weekly
- V Team Volunteering — Term-time
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@stir.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1786 467020
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
45
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 90%
Further study: 6%
Unemployed: 3%
Average Salary
£30,000
per year
Top Employers
BBC ScotlandMorgan StanleyNHS ScotlandScottish WaterSportscotland
Career Services
- Work-based learning modules: Academic credit for industry consulting, charity placements and Start-up Studio
- Career Ready Program: One-to-one coaching, mock interviews and graduate visa workshops
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Edinburgh Airport
44 km • 50 minutes via M9
Public Transport
- Train: Stirling station offers direct services to Glasgow (30 mins) and Edinburgh (50 mins) • Flexipass from £60 per week
- Bus: Unilink buses run every 10 minutes between campus, city centre and rail station • Student semester pass £200
Local Area
Stirling is a historic city with a castle overlooking the River Forth, surrounded by the Trossachs National Park.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Stirling Castle, Wallace Monument, Blair Drummond Safari Park
Shopping: Thistles Shopping Centre, Stirling Farmers' Market, Bridge of Allan independents
Entertainment: Macrobert Arts Centre shows, Tolbooth music venue, Student-run Underground Bar
Additional Information
Accreditation
ACCA, CIM, CFA Institute, BPS
Partnerships
- Sports: Sportscotland National Swimming Academy — Hosts Team GB and Scottish swimmers with performance science support
- Research: Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland — Collaborative aquaculture and marine sustainability projects
Research Highlights
- Institute of Aquaculture vaccines — Developed sustainable fish health solutions adopted globally (2023)
- Living Lab for Behavioural Science — Applies behavioural insights to financial wellbeing and public health (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Gordon Brown — Former UK Prime Minister (Postgraduate education certificate) (1972)
- Susan Egelstaff — Olympic badminton player and Commonwealth medalist (2004)
Metadata
Source: University of Stirling prospectus 2024, UCAS, Guardian University Guide 2025
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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