What study levels and course formats does the University of Stirling offer?

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The University of Stirling offers three main study levels: undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees. Undergraduate study covers a wide range of single and combined courses. Postgraduate study is available both on campus and online, with September and January start dates. Research degrees include PhD, MPhil, and Professional Doctorates. If you are deciding whether Stirling fits your plans, the key question is which level and format matches your situation — and the sections below map that out.

Undergraduate courses

Stirling's undergraduate offering is built around a "wide range of single and combined undergraduate courses." In practice, that means you can apply for a course focused on one subject, or a combined programme that pairs subjects together. This matters if you are undecided between two fields, or if you want a degree that spans disciplines rather than specialising immediately.

The site also points to an Undergraduate Open Day (the homepage lists Saturday 24 October) as a way to explore courses and the campus in person. If you cannot attend, a virtual tour is available instead.

Postgraduate courses

Postgraduate study at Stirling comes in two delivery formats:

  • On campus — taught Masters courses taken in person.
  • Online — the same Masters-level study delivered remotely.

Both formats offer September and January start dates. The two intakes are the practical detail to note: if you miss a September application window, January may still be an option, and online study can suit people who are working or based outside Stirling.

Research degrees

For those pursuing a research path rather than a taught programme, Stirling lists:

  • PhD
  • MPhil
  • Professional Doctorates

These sit under the university's research activity, which the site describes as touching "Spaces, Places and Lives." If your goal is a research career or a doctorate tied to professional practice, this is the level to look at.

Quick comparison

Study level Formats Start dates noted
Undergraduate Single and combined courses Open Day listed for 24 October
Postgraduate On campus and online Masters September and January
Research PhD, MPhil, Professional Doctorates Not specified on the homepage

What to check before applying

The homepage confirms what levels and formats exist, but it does not list entry requirements, tuition fees, or application deadlines for individual courses. Those details sit on the specific course pages. Before you commit, check the course page for your chosen programme to confirm entry requirements and how to apply.

If you are still narrowing down options, the virtual tour and Open Day are the two entry points the university itself highlights for getting a feel for study at Stirling.