The University of Stirling is a public university located in Stirling, Scotland. It was established in 1967 by royal charter and is situated on a historic 330-acre estate, complete with a castle and loch, just two miles from the center of Stirling. The campus is widely considered one of the most beautiful in the UK and offers a peaceful, parkland setting for academic life.
The University of Stirling will help you grow as a confident, skilled thinker by encouraging you to connect academic study with real-world purpose. Known for its excellence in sports science, environmental science, and education, Stirling consistently ranks highly for student satisfaction and graduate employability. Whether you’re drawn to business, psychology, media studies, health, or the arts, the university offers a flexible, supportive learning environment that helps you define your own path. What motivates you? Where do you want to make an impact? Stirling will help you choose a program that aligns with your values and ambition. As you progress, you’ll gain not only a degree, but the ability to lead with purpose, think independently, and act globally.
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At a glance
- Founded in 1967
- International students: 2800
- Countries represented: 140+
- Bachelor’s degrees: 170
- Master’s and doctoral degrees: 90
- Student to Faculty Ratio: 10 to 1
Rankings and recognition
- Top 5 in Scotland for Communication and Media Studies, and Economics.
- Top 5 in Scotland and Top 15 in the UK in Education.
- 5 stars overall, and in areas including Teaching, Employability, Global Engagement, Research, Facilities, and Environmental Impact, by QS Stars.
- #2 in the UK, 1st in Scotland for Marketing and UK top 10, 2nd in Scotland for Economics by Guardian University Guide.
- UK Top 10 for good teachers and expert lectures by International Student Barometer.
- 120+ cubs and societies, from gaming and sports, to faith and international societies.
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Costs and exam codes
- Undergraduate tuition: $20,600 to $26,000 per year
- Average housing cost: $10,000 per year
| Exam | Institution code |
|---|---|
| SAT | DIRECT |
| GMAT | DIRECT |
| ACT | DIRECT |
| IELTS | DIRECT |
| GRE | DIRECT |
| TOEFL | DIRECT |
English proficiency requirements
Undergraduate Pathway
- IELTS 5+
Academic requirements
Undergraduate Pathway
- 2.0 GPA out of 4.0
Programs
Bachelors (25)
- Applied Mathematics
- Biology & Biological Sciences
- Data Science
- Environmental Science
- Genetics & Cell Biology
- Law
- Mathematics
- Mathematics & Computer Science
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Recreation & Sport Management
- Sociology
- Criminology
- Accounting
- Economics & Finance
- Finance
- General Business Studies
- Human Resource Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Film & Media Arts
- Journalism
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Ecology & Conservation Biology





