University of Stirling

The University of Stirling is a public university in Stirling Scotland. It was founded in 1967 by the royal charter and run by a visionary who felt the need for a change in society. The visionary was none other than Lord Robbins who was an economist and the first Chancellor of the university. Robbins knew that skilled individuals were necessary for my workforce for a future ensured of wealth and wellbeing. Education is not just theoretical but should be a practical upbringing of students henceforth bringing a purpose and the University of Stirling has earned itself a reputation for high-quality teaching and internationally acclaimed research. The university has over 14,000 students from over 120 nationalities and 92,000 alumni in 170 countries. The University of Stirling has a structured and organized faculty comprising several departments, institutes, and centers.

Learning, teaching, and research are grouped into five faculties:

1. Faculty of Arts and Humanities
2. Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport
3. Faculty of Natural Sciences
4. Faculty of Social Sciences
5. Stirling Management School

• Their multi-cultural, inclusive environment offers a welcoming and supportive space for students to learn through high-quality teaching and internationally recognized research.
• The university is ranked 28th among UK universities with five starts overall in areas like teaching, employability, research, internationalization, facilities, and inclusiveness.
• Situated in the beautiful, historic city of Stirling, they have a stunning campus overviewing the foothills of the Scottish Highlands, also ranked as the 1st in the UK and 5th in the world for the campus environment.
• 97% of undergraduate leavers from this university are either employed or successfully pursuing further study within six months. The university is ranked 1st in Scotland and top 5 in the UK for career services (UK International Student Barometer (ISB) Benchmark and Global ISB Benchmark 2018).
• Sports lovers will love being a part of this university since it has won The Times and Sunday Time Good University Guide’s Sports University of the Year 2020 and they also stood 2nd in Scotland as well as 5th in the UK for sports facilities (UK International Student Barometer Benchmark 2018).

Career Services:

The University has a Careers and Employability Service that helps students gain more than just a degree. They offer internships and even help find a job through support and career advice.

Success Rate:

According to The Guardian’s News Datablog, Employment statistics of students who graduated from the University of Stirling is at 93.0%.

Notable Alumni:

• Jackie Kay- Poet, Novelist.
• Tommy Sheridan- Scottish Politician.
• John Reid, Baron Reid of Cardowan- British Labour Party Politician and Historian.
• Arni Mathiesen- Icelandic Politician, Veterinarian.
• Michael Connarty- British Labour Party politician.

Student Services:

The university offers student services like the Academic Registry which offers key administration and information services for students during their academic journey; Admissions and Access to enhance the admissions policy, practices, and delivery of service; Careers and Employability equipping students for a successful future as they enter the workforce; Student Services Hub which offers counseling and money support services, accessibility policy and more.

Library:

The University of Stirling provides a huge catalog of books and resources that can be availed from the University Library. Connected to a central database for convenient search, the library is easy to navigate for Subject Research Guides and other online resources as well. There is ample study space for a dedicated study environment and a separate section for relaxing while taking a break from studying.

Arts and Culture:

The University has a series of active programs of events that helps students get access to art and inspires them to engage with it. They have tours, workshops, exhibitions, and lectures at the Art Collection and offer a variety of ways one can learn and engage with their art collection. Stirling is known for being one of the most beautiful cities in Scotland and it has been one of the major Hollywood hotspots. This offers students to occasionally get involved and take part in the productions and gain valuable work experience. Stirling has several cultural events students can take part in from art, theatre, music, comedy, opera, craft fairs, ballet, and drama, etc.

Accommodation:

With over 2000 rooms right on the campus itself, the facilities for accommodation are tailored to meet students’ specific needs and requirements available at affordable rates. Off-campus residences are also available within the vicinity of the University to cater to the growing number of students.

Sports facilities:

The University is well known for its excellence in sports hence they provide excellent facilities like a sports hall, tennis courts, gym cycling studio, squash courts, artificial pitches, athletics track, golf, multi-use games area, and a swimming pool.

Medical services:

To look after the students’ wellbeing during their time at the university, a healthcare facility, for general practice and for dental care, is provided, whose services may be availed at any time. Every student is entitled to benefit from these services after completion of registration.

Clubs:

The University has over 120+ clubs, societies, and sports clubs from athletics to anime, volleyball to videogames to keep the diverse interest of the students entertained. From Athletics to Video games, Volleyball to Anime, the university has it all. In case if you're wondering, yes, you may even start your own club. The university encourages its students to engage in such activities for holistic development of the self.