University of Stirling
United Kingdom | Stirling, Scotland
United Kingdom | Stirling, Scotland
The University of Stirling, located in central Scotland, boasts a diverse student body with over 14,000 students representing more than 120 nationalities. Established in 1967, its picturesque campus is set on the grounds of an 18th-century castle, overlooking a loch and surrounded by scenic hills. Stirling is renowned for its flexible academic structure, being a pioneer of the two-semester system and modular degrees, which allow students to tailor their education and switch subjects if their interests evolve. With over 95% of undergraduates in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020, HESA), Stirling is highly regarded for the quality of its teaching, with students ranking it first in Scotland for teaching, lecturers, and feedback (International Student Barometer 2016). The university also promotes work placement opportunities, including initiatives with other Scottish universities to strengthen links with employers, and offers scholarships for international and EU students. Financial support is available through Student Money Advisers to help with budgeting and securing funding.
The University of Stirling ranks as one of the top public universities in the UK. It is placed 53rd in the Complete University Guide 2025 and among the top 100 in the Guardian University Guide 2025. In the Times University Guide 2025, it holds the 63rd position, and it ranks within the top 15 in the UK for several subjects, including Communication and Media, Criminology, Education, and French. Stirling also ranks 94th in the Guardian University Guide 2025 and 452nd in the QS World University Rankings 2025. The QS World University Rankings awarded the university 5 stars in teaching, employability, internationalisation, facilities, and inclusiveness. Additionally, the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey recognised Stirling for its exceptional campus environment, ranking 1st in Scotland and joint 2nd in the UK. It also ranked 1st in Scotland and 4th in the UK for sports facilities, and joint 2nd in Scotland and top 25 in the UK for extra-curricular activities and societies. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 further solidified Stirling's position as a research-driven university, ranking joint fourth in Scotland for impact, alongside the Universities of Edinburgh, Strathclyde, Glasgow, and the University of St Andrews.
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