University of Stirling

University of Stirling
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About University of Stirling

Founded by Royal Charter in 1967, the University of Stirling was the first genuinely new university in Scotland for over 400 years.

The results of the University’s performance in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) positioned Stirling as one of the top research-led universities in the UK with almost three quarters of research activity rated either world-leading or internationally excellent.

In learning and teaching, the University is committed to delivering high-quality programmes that produce intellectually able graduates who are highly sought-after by employers. We are ambitious for our students, and our flexible learning opportunities enable them to explore and discover new subjects and interests. Visit the university’s website for more information.

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Rankings & Accreditations

More than 80% of Stirling research is world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK for Marketing and Public Relations (The Guardian University Guide 2023)
2nd in Scotland and Top 20 in the UK for Marketing (The Complete University Guide 2023)
Sports University of the Year (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020)
5-Star Rating for Teaching, Employability, Research, Internationalisation, Facilities, Programme Strength and Environmental Impact (QS Stars University Ratings 2024)
Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing

Accredited by the the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International

Why get a Stirling degree at SIM

We are an international university with a pioneering spirit and a global reputation for high-quality teaching and research. We are passionate about creating impact in everything we do.

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Maximise your Learning Experience

Has over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality teaching in Singapore by subject experts

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Quality Learning

Lectures are delivered by the University faculty and supported by local tutors

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Degree Flexibility*

Allows you to keep your options open and switch specialism after completing Year 1 studies

* Not applicable for BA (Hons) Digital Media (Top-up) programme

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Overseas Experience**

An option for you to spend one semester at Stirling’s UK home campus in Scotland

** Exchange semester is contingent on global conditions and travel restrictions

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Boost Your Career Prospects

Degree awarded is recognised internationally to enhance your future career prospects

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Hear from our students
Leslie Yeo
Leslie Yeo

Growing up as a kid, Leslie Yeo was often very shy and kept his social circles mostly small. But that all changed when he developed an interest in basketball. His love for the game opened doors for him to meet people from all walks of life on the court from children to working adults and even retired elderly.

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Message from the Principal

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Our high quality degrees and qualifications are relevant to society’s needs and sought after by employers, making a degree from the...

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Professor Sir Gerry McCormac

Principal & Vice-Chancellor, University of Stirling

Disciplines Offered

Providing education with a purpose and carrying out research that helps to shape society.

Sociology

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Digital Media

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Marketing

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Sport and Marketing

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Events Management

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