University Name:
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UCAS Code: S75
Location: Central Scotland Show on Map
Site: Main Stirling campus, plus two nursing sites
A top UK research-intensive university.
Student Population
| Total Students: | 10,870 |
| Undergraduates: | 75% |
| Postgraduates: | 25% |
| FE Students: | 0% |
Undergraduates
| Total undergraduates: | 8,110 |
| Male: | 35% |
| Female: | 65% |
| Full Time: | 86% |
| Mature on Entry: | 27% |
| UK Students: | 91% |
| State school entry: | 94% |
Teaching Staff
440 (140 research)
Broad study areas
Natural sciences; management, finance & business law; education; arts; languages; social sciences, humanities,
Freshers
| Admission Information: | AS-levels accepted in combination with 2+ A-levels or equivalent (highers and advanced highers for Scottish students). UCAS tariff not used; offers made on basis of specific grades. |
| Points on Entry (Mean): | 250 |
| Drop Out Rate: | 7% |
| Accommodation: | All first years housed who apply |
Institution
| Founded: | 1967 |
| Site: | 360-acre site 2 miles north-east of Stirling. Also campuses in Inverness and Stornoway (nursing & midwifery). |
| How to get there: | By air to Edinburgh or Glasgow airport; by rail (5½ hours from London, 45 mins from Edinburgh, 35 mins from Glasgow); by road (A9; M9, J11 to Bridge of Allan, through town and university on left). Regular buses direct to campus from Stirling city centre and station. |
Student services & facilities
| Student advice & services: | Doctor, dentist, chaplains, counsellors and academic advisers on site; other services available locally. Limited residential facilities for married and disabled students. |
| Amenities: | Bookshop on campus; students' association with shop and travel service; bank, supermarket, chemist; MacRobert Arts Centre (including cinema/theatre); radio station. Good facilities for disabled students (wheelchair routes, paraplegic toilets). |
| Sporting facilities: | Gannochy sports centre with wide range of indoor and outdoor sports; 50m swimming pool, golf course and indoor tennis centre all on campus. |
| Accommodation: | All first (and fourth) years who apply are guaranteed university accommodation (80% of first years; 60% of all students). 2440 self-catering places on campus at £70−£86 per week, 38-week contracts. More accommodation available off campus (£70-£97 pw). Students typically live in privately-owned accommodation for 1−2 years, average rents £200−£300 per month. 20% of first-degree students live at home. |
Study opportunities & careers
| Library & information services: | 500,000 volumes, 2400 periodicals, 1000 study places; reference collection. Computerised catalogue and issue system. Specialist collections: Rare 19th century books; government publications. Information provision, £129 pa spent for each student (FTE). Converged library and IT services. 400 computers with internet access (open 24 hours/day); ratio workstations to students 1:15. Staffed IT helpdesk for system and software problems; workshops for new students on eg Windows, email; credit-based IT skills courses for students of any discipline. |
| Study abroad: | Up to 10% of students spend a period abroad in their third year. Formal exchange links with 50+ universities/colleges across Europe, Australia, USA, Canada and Hong Kong. European-orientated course options. |
| Careers: | Information and advice. 4 careers advisers. |
Money
| Living expenses budget: | Minimum budget of £5000−£6000 pa (excluding tuition fees) recommended by university. |
| Term-time work: | University allows term-time work. Some work available on campus in catering, bars, arts centre, SA bars. Careers service jobshop advertises outside part-time jobs; SA has jobsboard. |
| Financial help: | Scholarships for eg sports, science, students from Tohoku region of Japan. Some government funds for students domiciled in Scotland or EU (outside UK). Apply for help to student information & support service. |
| University tuition fees: | Scottish and EU students pay no fees during course; other UK students paid £6750 pa for first degree courses. International students paid £10,200 pa (classroom), £12,250 (lab). |
Courses
Academic features:
Semester system; continuous assessment policy. Concurrent secondary education (teacher training) courses.
Awarding body:
University of Stirling
Main undergraduate awards:
BA, BSc, BAcc, LLB
Length of courses:
4 years (Honours); 3 years (general).
Main subjects offered:
- Accountancy
- Animal Science
- Aquaculture
- Banking
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Business Economics
- Business Studies
- Cell Biology
- Communication Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Computing
- Conservation
- Criminology
- Earth Sciences
- Ecology
- Economic History
- Economics
- Education
- English
- Environmental Biology
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Studies
- European Business Studies
- European Studies
- Film Studies
- Finance
- Fishery Science
- French
- Geography
- Hispanic Studies
- History
- Housing Management
- Human Resource Management
- Human Sciences
- Humanities
- Industrial Relations
- Information Systems
- International Business
- Journalism
- Law
- Management
- Marine Biology
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Media Studies
- Midwifery
- Molecular Biology
- Nursing
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Plant Science
- Politics
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Religious Studies
- Retail Management
- Scottish Studies
- Social Administration
- Social Policy
- Social Science
- Social Studies
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Software Engineering
- Spanish
- Sports Sciences
- Sports Studies
- Teacher Training
- Tourism
- Zoology
Student view
Ross Main, SU Vice President (BA Hons Business Studies with Marketing)
Living
What's it like as a place to live? Stirling is an absolutely incredible environment to study in. The on-campus community vibe is fantastic. The local nightlife is great for a small city and the services and local amenities are top notch. You have a perfect blend of a cosy campus atmosphere and a vibrant buzzing city only minute away.
How's the student accommodation? The on-campus accommodation is reasonable. It is due a revamp but the banter in the halls is second to none. I lived in the Spittal Hill Chalets. It was like centre parks − a fantastic community to live in.
What's the student population like? The student population is very diverse, ranging from domestic students from Denny to international students from Delhi. We have a large Chinese population and many Northern Irish students here, as well as Scottish and English.
How do students and locals get on? The local/student relationship is good. I have never had any grief from any students nor locals. I have never seen any violence in any situation. There are no 'no go' areas.
Studying
What's it like as a place to study? Courses are very flexible. You can easily gain a joint honours by doing two or more degree modules consistently though university years.
What are the teaching staff like? Teaching staff are average. Some are great ... some are boring. Postgraduates get experience by taking seminar classes.
Socialising
What are student societies like? The sports clubs are a 'social', 'heath & well being' and 'performance' centre of the student body. They capture the students with a love for sport and the desire to keep fit. The clubs and societies exist to help develop students' transferable skill and some just preserve a minority.
What's a typical night out? Food in the flat, have mates round for some beers, head out to the town or the union for a laugh.
And how much does it cost? U can survive on a tenner but the usual night out is around £20−£40.
How can you get home safely? Some night clubs do safe buses home to campus and there is also a great taxi availability. Town is small and most places are a short walk from town through well lit areas.
Money
Is it an expensive place to live? It is average. Depends on the standard of flat. If u want to live in a dingy flat for next to nothing then you can. If you want a nice flat with a view it will cost you, but not a ridiculous amount.
Average price of a pint? Town: £2.35 Campus: £1.99
And the price of a takeaway? £4 for a meal. £1+ for a chippy
What's the part-time work situation? There are many part-time jobs available and many students do take the jobs. They tend to be minimum wages or close to it. The university has limited part time jobs but they are well paid....i.e. lifeguards. The university encourages part time jobs but recommends no more than 12 hours a week.
Summary
What's the best feature about the place? Gorgeous scenery, fantastic atmosphere, great community, awesome social inclusion through sports clubs.
And the worst? Could be doing with more clubs in town. The events in the union could be better
And to sum it all up? The university of Stirling is an amazing place to study. I'm so glad I chose it and I never look back.
Past Students
Tommy Sheridan (socialist politician); Dr John Reid MP; Jack McConnell MSP (First Minister); Iain Banks (author).
More info?
Contact SU President on tel 01786 467166, email susa-president@stir.ac.uk, website www.susaonline.org.uk.
Contact
Address:
The University of Stirling
Stirling
FK9 4LA
Tel:
01786 473171
Email:
Website:
Student enquiries:
Student Recruitment & Admissions Service
(tel 01786 467046)
Application:
UCAS
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