University of Stirling

Our inclusive, multicultural environment offers you a welcoming and supportive space for you to learn. Join the University of Stirling and we’ll prepare you for a lifetime of achievement alongside fellow students from more than 140 countries.

Whatever you choose to study, you’ll benefit from our high-quality teaching and internationally recognised research. Studying at Stirling can broaden your horizons and open global opportunities. You’ll be able to make friends from across the world and learn from diverse cultures and perspectives.

World-class reputation

We’re a globally connected University. 87% of the University's research has an outstanding or very considerable impact on society (REF 2021).

We’ve been awarded 5 Stars in the QS Stars University Ratings 2024 for our teaching, employability, global engagement, research, facilities and environmental impact. Our small class sizes help to ensure you benefit from world-class teaching from our leading academics.

Global student community

Join our truly global community. With over 140 nationalities on campus, we offer a diverse and multicultural student experience. More than 30% of our students are international and we have partnerships in 65+ countries. The thriving International Society means you can make friends easily. We’re also 1st in the UK and top 10 in the world for campus environment (International Student Barometer (ISB) 2024). After you graduate, you’ll join our 100,000+ alumni in more than 160 countries. 

Career prospects

We have excellent ratings for graduate employability. 96% of our graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020-21, HESA). All our courses strive to improve your employable skills, as well as give you an internationally recognised qualification. We’re committed to equipping you with life-long career management skills. Many of our courses offer hands-on experience and unique opportunities to work with industries across the globe.

A stunning campus

A Hollywood-worthy setting, our beautiful 330-acre campus has acted as the backdrop to major films and television series. It’s one of the most scenic campuses in the UK, with its own loch and plentiful green spaces, placing picture-postcard landscapes right on your doorstep and giving you room to ease into University life.

You’ll enjoy studying and living here. There’s a wide range of accommodation and everything you need is a few minutes' walk – from food outlets and sports facilities to our on-campus theatre and cinema.

An affordable city in a great location

The city of Stirling is a small city framed by beautiful natural environments and green space. It has been rated by The Complete University Guide 2024 as the safest student city in Scotland.

Located in central Scotland, Stirling has great transport links to the rest of the country: both Edinburgh and Glasgow are only 45 minutes away by road or rail.

Living costs in Stirling are also relatively affordable compared to other cities in Scotland and the UK. Find out more about what Scotland has to offer.