Summary
The University of Stirling has 18,500+ students globally and more than 140 nationalities represented on its 330-acre Scottish campus. An innovative university, it has a pioneering spirit and a passion for creating impact. Its top sporting facilities reflect the university’s designation as Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate63%Postgraduate37%
Study mode
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Full-time81%Part-time19%
Student population MEDIUM
- 10,001–15,000 students
Where students come from
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UK75%International15%EU10%
Student gender
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Male 37%Female 63%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
53rd out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000656 66%53rd
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Entry standards
/ Max 212177 84%14th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.00 75%109th
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Research quality
/ Max 43.11 78%48th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.67 67%23rd
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Academic services spend
/ Max 33251255 38%116th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2226936 42%19th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.319.2114th
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Continuation
/ Max 10094.4 94%46th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10074.2 74%72nd
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10073.4 73%95th
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Subject League Tables 2025
- Accounting & Finance
- Biological Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Education
- English
- French
- Geography & Environmental Science
- History
- Iberian Languages
- Law
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Paramedic Science
- Philosophy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Sociology
- Sports Science
Overall ranking
37th out of 103
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10087.6 88%37th
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Entry standards
/ Max 227175 77%8th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.08 77%65th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.98 75%42nd
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Continuation
/ Max 10091.2 91%72nd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10071.0 71%35th
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Campus locations
Study options
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Frequently asked questions
Stirling is Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence. The city is also the safest student city in Scotland in 2024 (Complete University Guide). Located on a beautiful 330-acre campus, in the central belt of Scotland, studying at Stirling offers an unforgettable experience. As well as top-notch sports facilities, you’ll enjoy a great student experience on campus with plenty of social facilities and activities. There are many clubs and societies to join – from sports clubs, to religious, hobbies, and political. Recognised for its excellence in business education, Stirling’s business school is accredited by AACSB International.
One of the university’s top priorities is to enhance your employability through top-quality education and cutting-edge research. It equips students with skills to manage their careers for life. By working with business and public sector partners, it makes sure its degrees will boost your employability. It offers career support and unique opportunities to work with businesses around the world. Stirling’s Careers team provides high-quality careers information and guidance, along with a range of resources to develop career skills. If you are keen to stay in education, an undergraduate degree means you can go on to a master’s degree or a PhD to become an expert in your field of interest.
The university has over 2,800 bedrooms, split between its beautiful campus and nearby Stirling and Bridge of Allan. Halls have free Wi-Fi, heating, electricity and room contents insurance. 24-hour security is also available on campus. Several rooms are adapted for disabled students in accessible halls.