University of Stirling

Founded: 1967   Total Students: 17,000+

Int. Students: 4,760+

Overview

Since our founding in 1967, the University of Stirling has always been driven by transformative thinking and a spirit of innovation. Our mission is to do everything we can to give our students the knowledge and expertise to make their impact in the world.

Everything we do makes a positive difference to people's lives. We are an agent for change, connecting people, innovating and transforming the lives of our students, staff and the global communities we serve. We have a constant desire to innovate and improve in order to make a difference to society. It’s how we’ve earned our global reputation for high-quality teaching and internationally acclaimed research.

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.

Programs Offered in University of Stirling

  • 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Highlights

    The Guardian University Guide 2021:

    • 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for Criminology
    • Top 5 in Scotland and Top 20 in UK for Sociology
    • Top 5 in Scotland and Top 20 in UK for Education

    The Complete University Guide 2021:

    • Top 5 in Scotland and top 10 in the UK for Education studies
    • 2nd in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for Social Work
    • 3rd in Scotland and Top 20 in the UK for Sociology

    The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021:

    • 1st in Scotland, top 5 in the UK for Criminology
    • 2nd in Scotland and in the UK for Social Work
    • Top 10 in the UK for Education
    • Top 5 in Scotland for Social Policy

    National Student Survey 2017:

    • 100% Student Satisfaction Rate for Social Work and joint 1st in the UK

    Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014:

    • 100% of our research submissions were judged to be world leading or internationally excellent in terms of the quality of the research environment and their impact. 

    Campus Detail

    Main Campus Address

    Stirling FK9 4LA, United Kingdom