University of Stirling: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #588 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #233 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #47 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #7 of 18 | In Scotland |
| #33 of 2,946 | For Wildlife and Fisheries Management & Conservation |
| Top50% | For 177 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 11%
- Enrollment
- 14,000
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.stir.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 11% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | A minimum of 4 passes at SQA Higher Grade; or a mixture of A-levels, VCEs and Ass to make the equivalent of 3 A-levels; or an acceptable pass in approved subjects in any of the HNC/D, BTEC National Diploma; or a pass in an approved Access course; or school leavers' qualifications from the European Union |
| Academic Calendar | September to June |
| Enrollment | 14,000 |
| Full time employee | 1,500 |
| Student:staff ratio | 9:1 |
We've calculated the 11% acceptance rate for University of Stirling based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Stirling is a world-class research university with 24,417 scientific papers published and 626,932 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Medicine, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Computer Science, Philosophy, and Psychology.
University of Stirling majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 235 | 1455 |
| 1991 | 264 | 1429 |
| 1992 | 265 | 1976 |
| 1993 | 261 | 2082 |
| 1994 | 315 | 2113 |
| 1995 | 398 | 2480 |
| 1996 | 361 | 2728 |
| 1997 | 376 | 2985 |
| 1998 | 385 | 3296 |
| 1999 | 434 | 3773 |
| 2000 | 448 | 4477 |
| 2001 | 426 | 5276 |
| 2002 | 438 | 5993 |
| 2003 | 490 | 7641 |
| 2004 | 486 | 8030 |
| 2005 | 472 | 9515 |
| 2006 | 528 | 11031 |
| 2007 | 639 | 13034 |
| 2008 | 635 | 14307 |
| 2009 | 711 | 16386 |
| 2010 | 698 | 18753 |
| 2011 | 787 | 21236 |
| 2012 | 958 | 24117 |
| 2013 | 872 | 26791 |
| 2014 | 860 | 28774 |
| 2015 | 970 | 30744 |
| 2016 | 1039 | 31599 |
| 2017 | 1024 | 34170 |
| 2018 | 996 | 35841 |
| 2019 | 1047 | 43556 |
| 2020 | 1212 | 51474 |
| 2021 | 1285 | 62529 |
| 2022 | 982 | 56718 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Stirling gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Annual Tuition Cost (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate (Scottish/EU) | £1,820 |
| Undergraduate (Rest of UK) | £9,250 |
| Undergraduate (International) | £15,100 - £17,900 |
| Postgraduate (Scottish/EU) | £5,500 - £8,500 |
| Postgraduate (Rest of UK) | £5,500 - £17,900 |
| Postgraduate (International) | £15,100 - £17,900 |
The University of Stirling has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Stirling.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Aquaculture, Biological and Life Sciences, Communication Studies, Computer Science, Cultural Studies, Education, Health Sciences, History, Law, Literature, Mathematics, Media Studies, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Psychology, Religion, Social Sciences, Sports |
|---|
University of Stirling alumni
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Iain Banks
- Occupations
- novelistphilosopherwriterscience fiction writer
- Biography
-
Iain Banks was a Scottish author, writing mainstream fiction as Iain Banks and science fiction as Iain M. Banks, adding the initial of his adopted middle name Menzies (/ˈmɪŋɪz/ (listen)). After the success of The Wasp Factory (1984), he began to write full time. His first science fiction book, Consider Phlebas, appeared in 1987, marking the start of the Culture series. His books have been adapted for theatre, radio, and television. In 2008, The Times named Banks in their list of "The 50 greatest British writers since 1945".
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Grace Dent
- Occupations
- journalistwriternovelistchildren's writer
- Biography
-
Grace Dent is an English columnist, broadcaster and author. She is a restaurant critic for The Guardian and from 2011 to 2017 wrote a restaurant column for the Evening Standard. She is a regular critic on the BBC's MasterChef UK and has appeared on Channel 4's television series Very British Problems.
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Duncan Scott
- Occupations
- swimmer
- Biography
-
Duncan William MacNaughton Scott is a Scottish swimmer representing Great Britain at the FINA World Aquatics Championships and the Olympic Games, and Scotland at the Commonwealth Games. Scott made history after winning four medals - more than any other British athlete at a single Olympic Games in Tokyo 2020 - and becoming Great Britain's most decorated swimmer in Olympic history. An all-rounder in the pool, Scott has swum internationally in 100 and 200 metres freestyle and butterfly, and 200 metres individual medley. He has won a gold at the Olympics and two golds at the World Championships in 4 x 200 metre freestyle relay, a gold in the 4 x 100 metre medley relay, as well as silvers at the World Championships and Olympics in freestyle and medley relay. Individually, Scott was the 100 metre freestyle champion at the 2015 European Games and 2018 Commonwealth Games, and the 200 metre freestyle champion at the same European Games and the 2018 European Aquatics Championships.
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Daniel Kawczynski
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Daniel Robert Kawczynski is a British Conservative Party politician.
University of Stirling faculties and divisions
| School : Applied Social Science | Criminology, Social Policy, Social Work, Sociology |
|---|---|
| School : Arts and Humanities | Communication Studies, Cultural Studies, English, History, Law, Media Studies, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Religion |
| School : Education | Education, Teacher Training |
| School : Health Sciences | Health Sciences, Midwifery, Nursing |
| School : Management | Accountancy, Economics, Finance, Health Administration, Management, Marketing, Retailing and Wholesaling |
| School : Natural Sciences | Aquaculture, Biological and Life Sciences, Computer Science, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Psychology |
| School : Sport | Sports |
General information
| Founded | 1967 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Innovation and Excellence |
Location and contacts
| Address | Stirling, FK9 4LA United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 38,000 |