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University pathways for international students
Contents Be the difference at Stirling
5 Why choose the University of Stirling? Welcome to INTO University of Stirling – your stepping stone to
6 Your guide to campus life an internationally-recognised degree from the University of Stirling.
8 Stirling: a scenic city bursting with life Our aim is to give international students like you the opportunity
9 Your home from home to study at one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK†.
10 Choosing your course
TOP
11 Undergraduate degree with
Integrated International Year One/Two
12 Postgraduate degree with
Integrated Graduate Diploma 5-STAR
EXCELLENCE
1 ST
40
13 Pathway progression options
14 International Foundation
15 Graduate Diploma for teaching, employability, in the UK for university
internationalisation, facilities campus environment in the UK
16 Pre-Master’s, Academic English
and inclusiveness (International Student Barometer 2016) (Guardian University
and Pre-sessional English Guide 2019)
(QS World University Rankings 2018)
17 Successful INTO alumni
18 Progression degrees INTO University of Stirling is an excellent choice –
20 Dates and prices you’ll study a specialist programme designed exclusively
for international students. We’ll help you to improve your
Inverness
English language skills, adjust to student life and truly
Aberdeen
excel in the Scottish education system. Dundee
Stirling
You’ll learn in our modern INTO building and have access
to all of the high quality facilities on campus. When it's time Glasgow Edinburgh
for you to continue to your degree, we'll be with you every 1 hour to London from
Newcastle Edinburgh and Glasgow
step of the way − whether it's at Stirling or one of the eight
40 mins by train
other Scottish universities that recognise our programmes. from Glasgow, and
one hour from
Choosing to study abroad is a big decision, but with Manchester Edinburgh
INTO Stirling, you can relax knowing that you’ll have
a fantastic experience here and graduate with a Birmingham
qualification that will help you transform your future.
London
Choose #INTOStirling and open up a lifetime
of opportunities.
University of Stirling's top-ranked subject areas
1st 1st 1st 2nd
in Scotland and in Scotland and in Scotland and in Scotland and
top 10 in the UK top 10 in the UK top 10 in the UK top 5 in the UK
for Education* for Criminology* for Media and Film* for Economics*
2nd 3rd 3rd Top 5
in Scotland and in Scotland in Scotland and in Scotland and
top 10 in the UK for Accounting top 20 in the UK for top 15 in the UK
for Marketing** and Finance* Computer Science* for Sports Science**
* Guardian University Guide 2019 ** The Complete University Guide 2019 † Business Insider UK 2016
Why choose the University of Stirling?
Welcoming over 14,000 students, 20% of which are from overseas, the University
of Stirling is ideally placed in central Scotland and offers a friendly community for
international students. Flexible programmes allow you to tailor your studies and
follow a unique path to graduation – all with your future career in mind.
Established reputation 220+ degree combinations Get work-ready
Stirling was the first new university in Scotland You might have a clear idea of what Enhancing your employability is one of Stirling’s
for over 400 years when it was founded by undergraduate degree subject you want to top priorities – 97% of undergraduate alumni
Royal Charter in 1967. For more than 50 years, focus on when you enter higher education, who graduate from the University of Stirling
the University of Stirling has been committed to or you might want to keep your options open. are in employment or further study within six
offering an education based on innovation and Perhaps you’d like to mix arts with business, months of graduating (HESA Destinations of
excellence. It’s a place where everyone is treated or science with humanities – it’s up to you! Leavers from Higher Education 2016/17).
with respect and where ability – not background The University of Stirling believes in choice, All of the degree programmes are designed
– is valued. Not only will you have an inspiring so flexibility is built into its curriculum. The to help you build the skills you’ll need to be the
academic experience, but you’ll live and learn modular approach means you can customise difference and stand out to employers. You can
in an environment that is second to none. your undergraduate degree to your interests, get one step ahead by discussing your options
passions and career ambitions. with a faculty-specific Careers and Employability
International academic community
International students are an important part Research-informed teaching Consultant, and why not volunteer or do some
of the University of Stirling’s community and With almost three-quarters of the University’s work experience? You could even complete
make up 20% of the total number of students. research rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally the ‘My Stirling Award’, available in the second
Here, you don’t need to worry about fitting excellent’ (Research Excellence Framework or third year of your undergraduate degree,
in. Ranked 1st in Scotland for welcoming 2014), Stirling makes a vital contribution to life to show that you’ve made the most of valuable
international students (International Student in Scotland and around the world. Because your opportunities at university to develop your
98% Barometer 2016), you'll feel at home right teachers are also researchers, your degree will skills, experience and confidence.
from the start. be outward-looking, and you’ll be inspired by
leading academics who are experts in their field.
overall student satisfaction
(INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2018)
98%
student satisfaction
for student services
(INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2018)
95%
student satisfaction
for support
“With access to inspirational (INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2018)
teachers and close industry
links, our international
students enjoy a life-changing
experience that helps them to
develop the practical skills and
knowledge that are essential Find out more
for future employment.” about the University:
Professor Gerry McCormac
www.intostudy.com/stirling
Principal and Vice-Chancellor
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Your guide to campus life Scotland’s University
Located at the foot of the Ochil Hills, Stirling's breathtaking 330-acre campus for Sporting Excellence
is centred around a large loch and is home to the magnificent 18th-century
Airthrey Castle. The views here are amazing and campus wildlife, including
squirrels, rabbits, swans and deer, really bring the natural landscape to life.
50m 9-hole
swimming pool golf course
6 indoor 3 squash
tennis courts courts
8-court fitness
sports hall suite
Distance from INTO Centre to…
campus facilities:
minute walk on campus to a supermarket,
5
bank, pharmacy and theatre
400m 50+ weekly
athletics track fitness classes
accommodation:
minute walk to Beech Court;
5
5 minute bus ride to John Forty’s Court
city centre: 99%
5 minute bus ride to the city centre, Stirling
1
student satisfaction for
Castle, a comedy club and a large supermarket
campus environment and
The University of Stirling
airport: feeling safe and secure has announced a
dinburgh Airport: 1.5 hour bus/35 minute taxi
E
Glasgow Airport: 2 hour bus/45 minute taxi
(INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2018)
£20 million transformation
of its sporting facilities,
with the state-of-the-art
Your INTO Centre Supporting you Get involved
The INTO Centre opened in September 2017 and has all the facilities From the moment you arrive, our Student Services team will help you There’s more to campus life than just Why not try something completely sports complex due to
you’d expect from a contemporary building. It’s right at the centre of
campus, so you’ll become part of the University community from day one.
settle into life at Stirling. Whether you’re opening a bank account or you
have a question about your studies, they’re here to help. For students
studying. You’ll take part in an orientation
programme in your first week which
new? From anime and gaming, to acting,
paintballing and international societies,
open in 2020.
This state-of-the-art building is equipped with modern learning facilities. under 18, we offer extra support and there’s even a 24-hour telephone will give you the chance to meet other there’s a lot going on.
It’s where most of your classes will take place and has social spaces as well helpline if you need to speak to someone outside of office hours. students. Day trips, excursions and parties Head to the Robbins Centre after class
as quiet places for independent study. Facilities in the Centre include: organised by the Student Services team for some of the best social spaces on
Campus facilities
at the Centre will keep you busy for the campus. Underground and Venue provide
• lecture theatre • Study at a time that suits you in the 24/7 Library Study Zone.
rest of the year. relaxing daytime spaces and are the
• 10 teaching rooms with interactive screens • Develop practical skills in subject-specific maths, computing,
The Students’ Union offers around perfect places to grab a coffee with
• Learning Resource Centre (LRC) science, and media labs.
70 clubs and societies, each catering friends. Then there’s Studio, which by
• Make the most of the Macrobert Arts Centre – a cultural hub Find out more about the
• INTO café and restaurant, serving a selection of international cuisines to different interests to give you the night becomes your campus hotspot
where you can enjoy live performances of music, comedy, student facilities on campus:
opportunity to make friends with people for a great range of entertainment −
dance, drama or watch the latest movies. who share your passions. including quiz and karaoke nights. www.myin.to/
• Keep fit – the University is ranked 1st in Scotland for good sports StudentFacilitiesSTS
facilities (Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2017).
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Stirling: a scenic city bursting with life Your home from home
Located in central Scotland, Stirling is a welcoming and vibrant city where 20% With a choice of safe accommodation options, including student
of the population is aged between 16-29 years*. With one of the lowest costs residences that are a short walk or bus ride from the INT0 Centre,
of living in the UK and a real community atmosphere, it's the perfect student city. it’s easy for you to find the perfect place to call home.
En suite campus accommodation
Located on campus, your en suite bedroom is part of
a flat of up to nine other bedrooms. You’ll share a kitchen
and living area with a sofa and TV – the perfect space
to relax and socialise. Laundry facilities are located at
Beach Court
nearby Willow Court, just a two minute walk away.
On campus
En suite bathroom
Wi-Fi
24/7 staff
Walk to
INTO Centre
Walk through history Get active
Among the cobbled streets of the Old Town, There’s a lot to do in Stirling if you’re interested
Example room layout
you’ll enjoy the stunning architecture of in sports and exploring the outdoors. As well
many medieval buildings. Once you reach the as the fantastic campus facilities, in the city
impressive Stirling Castle, you’ll be rewarded you’ll find an ice rink and climbing wall at
with spectacular views of the city and The Peak indoor sports complex. The scenic John Forty’s Court
surrounding countryside. From breathtaking hills surrounding Stirling have lots to offer keen Located off-campus, this accommodation
mountains to peaceful rivers, the scenery cyclists and walkers. You could take part in the option is situated halfway between campus
in and around Stirling is truly beautiful. Stirling Scottish Marathon or visit nearby Loch and the city centre. Your en suite room will
Lomond for a range of activities on the water. be part of a flat of seven students, sharing
Vibrant city a spacious kitchen, dining and living area.
As a student city, there are plenty of Top transport links Estimated monthly budget
entertainment options in Stirling. Spend a day Buses run regularly from campus to the city
shopping at The Thistles, challenge your friends centre and take 15 minutes. There’s even a Food £150
to a game of 10-pin bowling at AMF Bowling, bicycle sharing network, so you can get cycling Wi-Fi 24/7 By bus to
Entertainment £120 staff INTO Centre
or watch the latest blockbuster movie at Vue and go off on an adventure! For travels further
Stirling’s 8-screen cinema. If you’re looking for afield, there are great bus and train services Travel (local) £35
a night out, Dusk Nightclub is the top choice for connecting you to other parts of Scotland and
students over the age of 18. For something a the UK. It couldn’t be easier if you want a day’s Clothes and toiletries £60 En suite Shared Shared
bathroom kitchen living area
little different, Bridge of Allan is within walking shopping in Edinburgh, a night out in Glasgow,
Other expenses £40
distance of campus and offers a variety of great or a weekend exploring in London.
independent shops, bars and restaurants. All costs are estimates and intended as an indicative guide only.
Soak up some culture Supporting you
There’s a thriving arts and culture scene to enjoy “Living in student accommodation In the residences, you’ll find staff
in Stirling. As well as the Macrobert Arts Centre on campus brings lots of new available 24/7 to offer support. If you’re
on campus, city centre venues The Tolbooth and experiences, like cooking and under 18, we offer extra support such as
5 reasons why you Find out more Take a look around
the Albert Halls offer some great music, comedy regular welfare meetings to ensure your
should study in Scotland: about life in Stirling: having dinner parties with our accommodation:
and arts events. While you’re in Stirling, be sure experience is a positive and happy one.
www.myin.to/ www.myin.to/ friends. Living together has www.myin.to/
to take part in a Ceilidh – a traditional Scottish
StudyinScotland StirlingForStudents helped my new friends become AccommodationStirling
event that combines music and dancing with
friends in true Scottish style.
like a family.”
* National Records of Scotland 2016 Alvin, Malaysia
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Choosing your course Undergraduate degree with Combine International
Our integrated academic preparation and degree programmes are designed to allow an easy
Integrated International Year One Year One study with an
undergraduate degree at
Combine your preparation year with your the University of Stirling
transition between your preparatory studies and degree – you’ll have a wide range of subjects
to choose from at the University of Stirling. Alternatively, you can prepare for a degree at undergraduate degree in one programme.
Year 1 of study plan
a choice of Scottish universities with our tailored academic pathway programmes. Choose from 55+ Integrated Programme degrees.
Class information
Develop your understanding of academic subjects Class size
FIND YOUR ENTRY LEVEL related to your degree as you improve your English. Average of 16 students per class
for English language teaching
Benefit from knowing that you'll continue directly to Year 2 of your undergraduate degree, Class hours
provided you meet the academic requirements after the first year of your study plan. 21 hours per week on average*
Completion of 12 years Completion of A-levels, first year Completion of undergraduate
of schooling or equivalent of university or equivalent degree, diploma or equivalent Age requirement
Year 1 of study plan 17 years and above; all students commencing
You’ll need to earn 120 credits from the following module courses with a September start date must be 17
Undergraduate degree Undergraduate degree Postgraduate degree with options to successfully complete the first year of your study plan:
years old by 31 December of that calendar year
with Integrated International with Integrated International Integrated Graduate Diploma English language
Year One Year Two Core modules: Specialist modules:
2 years Jun, Sep Core Mathematics and Statistics (20 credits) You'll also take compulsory specialist modules
entry requirements
4 years Jun, Sep 3 years Jun, Sep and Jan 4 years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5
English Language for Academic Purposes for your degree programme. The modules will
and Jan and Jan From IELTS 5.5 From £15,075* in all subskills) or equivalent
(20 credits) depend on your area of study, but could include:
From IELTS 5.5 From £15,075* From IELTS 5.5 From £15,075* If you don’t meet the minimum English language
ICT, Research and Study Skills (10 credits) Foundation Biology; Introduction to: Business,
A range of postgraduate degrees in requirements, you should apply for a pathway (see
Introduction to British Culture Economics, International Politics, Psychology, page 14) or Academic English course (see page 16).
A range of undergraduate degrees in A range of undergraduate degrees in the following University faculties:
and Society (10 credits) Sports Studies; Principles of Computing;
the following University faculties: the following University faculties: • Arts and Humanities * Please note: this includes an
• Health Sciences and Sport Understanding Media. allowance for class changeover.
• Arts and Humanities • Arts and Humanities
• Health Sciences and Sport • Stirling Management School • Natural Sciences
• Natural Sciences • Social Sciences
• Social Sciences • Stirling Management School
• Stirling Management School
Undergraduate degree with Combine International
Integrated International Year Two Year Two study with an
undergraduate degree at
Combine English language and academic preparation the University of Stirling
with your undergraduate degree in one programme.
Year 1 of study plan
Choose from 10+ degrees at Stirling available as an
Class information
Integrated Programme, with advanced entry at Year 2.
Class size
Develop the academic knowledge, study and research Average of 16 students per class
for English language teaching
Undergraduate degree Undergraduate degree Postgraduate degree skills that will prepare you for undergraduate study.
Class hours
Enter at Enter at Enter at 21 hours per week on average*
Year 2 If you take this Integrated Programme, you'll benefit from knowing that you'll continue
Year 3 Year 1
directly to Year 3 of your undergraduate degree, provided you meet academic requirements. Age requirement
17 years and above; all students commencing
Year 3 Year 4 Year 1 of study plan courses with a September start date must be 17
years old by 31 December of that calendar year
Minimum study time: You’ll need to earn 120 credits from the following module
2 years options to successfully complete the first year of your study plan: English language
Year 4 entry requirements
Minimum study time: Core modules: Specialist modules:
3 years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5
3 years Academic Skills and ICT (10 credits) You'll also take compulsory specialist modules in all subskills) or equivalent
British Institutions and Culture (10 credits) for your degree programme. The modules will
If you don’t meet the minimum English language
Minimum study time: English for Undergraduate Study (20 credits) depend on your area of study, but could include: requirements, you should apply for our Academic
4 years Mathematics and Statistics for Management Accounting and Finance; Economics;
English course. See page 16 for more information.
(20 credits) Human Resource Management; Introduction * Please note: this includes an
BEGIN YOUR CAREER
to Sociology; Political Concepts and Ideas. allowance for class changeover.
For full course details visit:
Please note that course length and start month options may vary depending on the * Prices shown are for the current academic year 01 September 2018–31 August 2019 www.intostudy.com/stirling/courses
pathway chosen. Please visit www.intostudy.com/stirling/courses for full information. and are for indicative purposes only. All prices are subject to an increase of up to 4%.
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Combine International Postgraduate degree with Pathway progression options
Graduate Diploma study with
a postgraduate degree at Integrated Graduate Diploma As well as offering direct entry to a degree at the University of Stirling, our International
the University of Stirling
Combine your preparation year with your
Foundation and Graduate Diploma programmes offer you preparation for entry to a wide
postgraduate degree in one programme. range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at other leading Scottish universities.
Year 1 of study plan
Class information Improve your English language skills, increase your knowledge These flexible pathway programmes prepare you to progress to a degree in a wide range of subject areas, helping you to improve
of academic theory and develop your understanding of key your English language skills and academic knowledge before you begin your university degree. Take a look at the university options
Class size below and then see pages 14–15 for details of the pathway programmes available.
Average of 16 students per class
academic subjects related to your degree.
for English language teaching
Develop the study and research skills required for postgraduate study.
Class hours Meet the tutors and programme directors of your intended University
20 hours per week on average*
of Stirling degree during your study at the INTO Centre. Scottish progression options
Age requirement
17 years and above; all students commencing Benefit from knowing that you'll continue directly to your postgraduate degree,
courses with a September start date must be 17 provided you meet the academic requirements after the first year of your study plan.
years old by 31 December of that calendar year
English language Year 1 of study plan
entry requirements You’ll need to earn 120 credits from the following module
2 years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 options to successfully complete Year 1 of your study programme:
in all subskills) or equivalent
Core modules: Media, Humanities and Social Sciences:
If you don’t meet the minimum English language
requirements, you should apply for a pathway (see Academic Skills and ICT for Creative Industries (20 credits)
page 15) or Academic English course (see page 16). Postgraduate Study (20 credits) Empirical Enquiry and Critical Thought
English for Graduate Study (20 credits) (20 credits)
* Please note: this includes an
allowance for class changeover. Extended Project and Research Skills (20 credits) Quantitative Methods in Business
Aberdeen
and Social Sciences (20 credits)
Specialist modules:
You’ll also take compulsory specialist modules Science, Computing and Engineering:
Prepare to progress to a degree for your degree programme; the modules you Mathematics for Science and Engineering
at the University of Stirling: take will depend on your area of study. (20 credits) Dundee
Principles of Computing (20 credits)
Business, Finance and Sport:
1st Software Development for Internet Computing Stirling
Empirical Enquiry and
(20 credits) Glasgow
Critical Thought (20 credits)
Edinburgh
in Scotland for Criminology Management and Organisation (20 credits) Paisley
(Guardian University Guide 2019) Quantitative Methods in Business
and Social Sciences (20 credits)
1st Degree options:
There are a wide range of degrees available at the University of Stirling as
in Scotland for
part of an Integrated Programme, with continuation to a postgraduate degree.
Media and Film Studies Here are some of the most popular degrees that our students have chosen:
(Guardian University Guide 2019)
Applied Social Research MSc International Accounting and Finance MSc
Banking and Finance MSc International Human Resource Management MSc
Big Data MSc Investment Analysis MSc
3rd Business and Management MSc
Economics for Business and Policy MSc
Social Enterprise MSc
Sport Management MSc
in Scotland for
Accounting and Finance
(Guardian University Guide 2019)
For full course details visit:
www.intostudy.com/stirling/courses
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Progress to Year 2 of International Foundation Graduate Diploma Progress to a postgraduate
an undergraduate degree at degree at the University of
the University of Stirling or other Stirling or other leading
leading Scottish universities* Business, Finance, Economics and Marketing – FBFEM Business, Finance and Sport – GDBFS Scottish universities
Core modules: Specialist modules: Develop your specialist subject knowledge and analytical
Core Mathematics and Statistics (20 credits) Economics (20 credits) skills through teacher and student-led workshops.
Class information English Language for Academic Purposes Introduction to Business (20 credits) Class information
Explore research areas of interest at an early stage, to pursue
Class size (20 credits) Introduction to Psychology (20 credits) Class size
Average of 16 students per class ICT, Research and Study Skills (10 credits) Law and Legal Systems (20 credits) in more detail once you progress to your postgraduate degree. Average of 16 students per class
for English language teaching Introduction to British Culture Principles of Accounting (20 credits) for English language teaching
and Society (10 credits) Principles of Computing (20 credits)
What will I study?
Class hours You'll need to earn 120 credits from the following modules
Class hours
21 hours per week on average† Understanding Media (20 credits) 20 hours per week on average†
to successfully complete your pathway programme:
Modules Age requirement
Progress to 30+ degrees. Find out more online at www.intostudy.com/stirling/FBFEM Academic Skills and ICT for Postgraduate Study Extended Project and Research Skills (20 credits)
You'll need to earn 120 credits from your 17 years and above; all students commencing
(20 credits) Management and Organisation (20 credits)
module options to complete your pathway courses with a September start date must be 17
Empirical Enquiry and Quantitative Methods in Business years old by 31 December of that calendar year
Age requirement Media, Humanities and Social Sciences – FMHSS Critical Thought (20 credits) and Social Sciences (20 credits)
17 years and above; all students commencing English for Graduate Study (20 credits)
English language
courses with a September start date must be 17 Core modules: Specialist modules: entry requirements
years old by 31 December of that calendar year Core Mathematics and Statistics (20 credits) Introduction to Business (20 credits)
Progress to 25+ degrees. Find out more online at www.intostudy.com/stirling/GDBFS 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5
English Language for Academic Purposes Introduction to International Politics (20 credits) in all subskills) or equivalent
English language
(20 credits) Introduction to Journalism (20 credits)
entry requirements If you don’t meet the minimum English language
2 term**: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5
ICT, Research and Study Skills (10 credits)
Introduction to British Culture and Society
Introduction to Psychology (20 credits)
Study of Society (20 credits)
Media, Humanities and Social Sciences – GDMHS requirements, you should apply for our Academic
English course. See page 16 for more information.
in all subskills) or equivalent
3 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5
(10 credits) Understanding Media (20 credits) Attend specialist lectures and seminar sessions at the University; † Please note: this includes an
in all subskills) or equivalent develop your research and analytical skills with one-to-one supervision. allowance for class changeover.
Progress to 30+ degrees. Find out more online at www.intostudy.com/stirling/FMHSS
4 term: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 Explore research areas of interest at an early stage, to pursue
in all subskills) or equivalent
in more detail once you progress to your postgraduate degree. Prepare to progress to a degree
at the University of Stirling:
If you don’t meet the minimum English language
requirements, you should apply for our Academic Science, Computing and Engineering (2 term) – FSCE
English course. See page 16 for more information. What will I study?
Core modules: Specialist modules:
* The International Foundation offers progression
to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree at some
English Language for
Academic Purposes (20 credits)
Foundation Biology (40 credits)
Chemistry (20 credits)
You'll need to earn 120 credits from the following modules
to successfully complete your pathway programme: 1st
Scottish universities. For further details,
please contact the INTO admissions office ICT, Research and Study Skills (10 credits) Introduction to Psychology (20 credits)
Academic Skills and ICT for Postgraduate Study English for Graduate Study (20 credits) in Scotland for
(20 credits) Extended Project and Research Skills (20 credits)
** Only available for the Science, Computing
and Engineering pathway
Introduction to British Physics (20 credits) Media and Film Studies
Creative Industries (20 credits) Quantitative Methods in Business
† Please note: this includes an allowance Culture and Society (10 credits) Principles of Computing (20 credits) (Guardian University Guide 2019)
for class changeover. Empirical Enquiry and Critical Thought and Social Sciences (20 credits)
Pure and Applied Mathematics (40 credits)
(20 credits)
Prepare to progress to a degree
at the University of Stirling:
Progress to 25+ degrees. Find out more online at www.intostudy.com/stirling/FSCE
Progress to 20+ degrees. Find out more online at www.intostudy.com/stirling/GDMHS
3rd
in Scotland for
Science, Sport, Computing and Engineering – FSSCE Science, Computing and Engineering – GDSCE Accounting and Finance
1st Core modules: Specialist modules: (Guardian University Guide 2019)
Core Mathematics and Statistics (20 credits) Foundation Biology (40 credits) Develop your research and analytical skills with one-to-one
in Scotland for Criminology supervision; benefit from opportunities to make connections.
(Guardian University Guide 2019)
English Language for Academic Purposes
(20 credits)
Chemistry (20 credits)
Introduction to Business (20 credits) Explore research areas of interest at an early stage, to pursue 3rd
ICT, Research and Study Skills (10 credits) Introduction to Psychology (20 credits) in more detail once you progress to your postgraduate degree. in Scotland for
2nd Introduction to British Culture and Society
(10 credits)
Introduction to Sports Studies (20 credits)
Physics (20 credits) What will I study?
Computer Science
(Guardian University Guide 2019)
in Scotland for Economics Principles of Computing (20 credits) You'll need to earn 120 credits from the following modules
Pure and Applied Mathematics (40 credits) to successfully complete your pathway programme:
(Guardian University Guide 2019)
Academic Skills for ICT and Postgraduate Study Mathematics for Science and Engineering
Progress to 30+ degrees. Find out more online at www.intostudy.com/stirling/FSSCE
Top 5
(20 credits) (20 credits)
English for Graduate Study (20 credits) Principles of Computing (20 credits)
Extended Project and Research Skills (20 credits) Software Development for
in Scotland for Sports Science Internet Computing (20 credits)
(The Complete University Guide 2019)
Progress to 15+ degrees. Find out more online at www.intostudy.com/stirling/GDSCE
Watch our video about Watch our video about
the International Foundation: the Graduate Diploma:
www.myin.to/InternationalFoundation www.myin.to/Mastersdegree
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Overall
Progress to a postgraduate
degree at Stirling
Pre-Master’s (6 months) Successful INTO alumni
Improve your English language skills and develop research We have an excellent success rate, giving you a great chance to progress to
Class information and study skills in preparation for postgraduate study. the next stage of your journey. Our latest progression results demonstrate
Class size and hours Undertake a research project; enhance your understanding of just how well our students achieve on their INTO programme…
Average of 16 students per class
for English language teaching research methodologies, collect data and analyse statistical data.
20 hours per week on average*
What will I study?
Age requirement
21 years and above You’ll need to earn 80 credits from the following modules to successfully
complete your pathway programme and progress to one of 50+ degrees at Stirling:
“The support here, in addition
English language • Academic Skills and ICT for • English for Graduate Study to the peaceful learning
entry requirements
93%
of which
Postgraduate Study (20 credits) (20 credits) environment, ensures
91%
2 term: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.0
in writing) or equivalent • E
mpirical Enquiry and Critical Thought • E
xtended Project and Research Skills
the best preparation for
If you don’t meet the minimum English language
(20 credits) (20 credits)
Passed
requirements, you should apply for our Academic Eligible postgraduate studies.”
English course. See below for more information.
to progress Keyongduck, South Korea
* Please note: this includes an
Completed Graduate Diploma and progressed to TESOL
allowance for class changeover. and Applied Linguistics at the University of Stirling
Improve your English language Academic English Student progression results 2016-17
skills to prepare for further
academic study Intensive course offering rapid progress of up
to the equivalent of one IELTS band per term.
88% 93% 100%
of which of which of which
Class information Blend of traditional face-to-face contact and online learning. 84% 93% 100%
Passed Passed Passed
Eligible Eligible Eligible
Class size and hours to progress to progress to progress
Course features
Maximum of 16 students
• Improve your reading, writing, speaking and • 24/7 access to ‘MyINTO’, INTO's interactive
30 learning hours per week, with 25 hours
face-to-face contact listening skills, and learn to communicate online learning platform. It gives you the International Foundation and Integrated International Year Two Graduate Diploma and
effectively in English. flexibility to study at times that suit you and Integrated International Year One Integrated Graduate Diploma
Age requirement engage with other students outside of class.
• Develop the fluency and confidence you
16 years and above
need to progress to further study. • A standardised online assessment developed
English language • A blended learning approach offers you in partnership with Cambridge English, used
“Studying at INTO has given me
entry requirements the best of traditional classroom teaching to monitor progress throughout your course.
a chance to get used to life in
From IELTS 3.0 combined with online content, which you’ll • Develop your confidence and fluency
Scotland and the UK. If I had
access both in and outside of class. outside of the classroom through a diverse
arrived just before the start of my
social programme.
degree, I would have had to begin
Pre-sessional English
my degree while still getting used
Improve your English language to this new environment.”
skills to the level required by Kai, China
your chosen degree Intensive language and study skills taught by experienced teachers
Completed Graduate Diploma and progressed
to Finance at the University of Stirling
will prepare you for studying at the University of Stirling. “Anyone looking to study abroad, I’d support
Learn how to give presentations on different areas of academic that. You’re going to realise it’s one of the
Class information
interest and enhance your vocabulary related to your degree. best decisions you’ll ever make. You’re
Class size and hours “It was always my dream to be able to make
Maximum of 17 students
going to gain skills you’d never gain in your
Course features a contribution to the environment. Now I’m home country and experience things you’d
20-21 hours per week on average a student of Environmental Sustainability
• If you’re academically qualified, hold an offer • Understand contextual study skills, never experience staying at home. Stirling
Age requirement from the University of Stirling and need to acclimatise to British culture and adjust to at university, I can say that INTO helped is a great place to do all of that.”
17 years and above improve your English language, this course the demands, challenges and expectations make my dream come true.”
Faisal Abdulaziz, Saudi Arabia
is ideal for you. of UK higher education.
English language Weixian, China Completed International Year One in Media, Humanities
Completed International Foundation and progressed to and Social Sciences and progressed to Law BA (Hons)
entry requirements • Learn alongside students who will be
Environmental Sustainability at the University of Aberdeen at the University of Stirling
studying the same subjects as you, with
6 weeks: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in
writing and 5.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent teaching that is tailored to the requirements
12 weeks: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in of university study.
Passed: % passers of those who completed their pathway | Eligible: % eligible to progress of those who passed
writing and 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent
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Progression degree overview table 100+
There are more than 100 progression degree options at the University of Stirling. progression degree options
You can progress to any of these from one of our INTO University of Stirling programmes.
Below is a selection of some of the most popular. See pages 10-16 for more details.
Degree Pathway(s) Specific requirements English level Final grade
Find comprehensive information on all academic programmes, degree options Religion BA (Hons) FMHSS or IIYO Compulsory module: Study of Society 60% 60%
and progression requirements at: www.intostudy.com/stirling/courses Retail Marketing BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT 65% 60%
Sociology and Social Policy BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT 65% 60%
Software Engineering BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Principles of Computing 60% 60%
Undergraduate
Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) FSSCE or IIYO 60% 60%
Degree Pathway(s) Specific requirements English level Final grade
Sport Business Management BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Introduction to Business; 60% (with 55% in all subskills) 60%
International Foundation, Integrated International Year One (IIYO) and Integrated International Year Two (IIYT) Sports Studies
Accounting BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT Compulsory modules: Economics; Principles of Accounting 65% 60% Sport Studies BA (Hons) FSSCE Compulsory module: Introduction to Sports Studies 60% (with 55% in all subskills) 60%
Accounting and Business Studies BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Introduction to Business; 60% 60%
Principles of Accounting Sports Studies and Marketing BA (Hons) FSSCE Compulsory module: Introduction to Sports Studies 60% 60%
Accounting and Economics BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Economics; Principles of Accounting 60% 60%
Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Economics or 60% 60%
Postgraduate
Introduction to Business; Principles of Accounting Degree Pathway(s) Specific requirements English level Final grade
Applied Mathematics BSc (Hons) FSSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Pure and Applied Mathematics 60% 60% Graduate Diploma, Pre-Master's and Integrated Graduate Diploma (IGD)
Aquaculture BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Foundation Biology 60% 60% Applied Social Research MSc/MRes GDMHS or IGD 65% (MRes: 60% 60%
in all subskills)
Biology BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Foundation Biology 60% 60%
Banking and Finance MSc Pre-Master's or IGD 60% 60%
Business Studies BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT Compulsory module: Introduction to Business 65% 60%
Behavioural Science for Management MSc Pre-Master's 60% 60%
Business Studies and Computing Science BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Introduction to Business; 60% 60%
Principles of Computing Big Data MSc GDSCE or IGD 60% 60%
Business Studies and Economics BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Economics; 60% 60% Business and Management MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Introduction to Business
Creative Writing MSc Pre-Master's 60% 60%
Business Studies and Film or Media BA (Hons) FMHSS or IIYO Compulsory modules: Introduction to Business; 60% 60%
Study of Society or Understanding Media Data Science for Business MSc GDBFS 60% 60%
Business Studies and Finance BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Introduction to Business; 60% 60% Education Studies and TESOL (Teaching English Pre-Master's 60% 60%
Principles of Accounting to Speakers of Other Languages) MSc
Business Studies and Human Resource Management FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory module: Introduction to Business 60% 60% Environmental Management MSc Pre-Master's 60% 60%
BA (Hons)
Finance MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Business Studies and Marketing BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory module: Introduction to Business 60% 60%
International Accounting and Finance MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Business Studies and Psychology BA (Hons) FMHSS or IIYO Compulsory modules: Introduction to Business; 60% 60%
Introduction to Psychology International Banking and Finance MSc GDBFS 60% 60%
Business Studies and Sports Studies BA (Hons) FSSCE or IIYO 60% 60% International Business MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Cell Biology BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Foundation Biology 60% 60% International Energy Law and Policy MSc Pre-Master's 60% 60%
Computing Science BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Principles of Computing 60% 60% International Human Resource Management MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Computing Science and Mathematics BSc (Hons) FSSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Principles of Computing or 60% 60% Investment Analysis MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Pure and Applied Mathematics Marketing MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Economics BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory module: Economics 60% 60% Media Management MSc GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Economics and Finance BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Economics; Principles of Accounting 60% 60% Publishing Studies MLitt GDBFS or IGD 60% 60%
Economics and Marketing BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory modules: Economics; 60% 60% Sport Management MSc GDBFS or IGD 65% 60%
Introduction to Business Strategic Public Relations and GDBFS or IGD 65% (with 60% in all subskills) 60%
English Studies BA (Hons) FMHSS Compulsory module: Study of Society 60% 60% Communication Management MSc
Environmental Geography BSc (Hons) FSSCE or IIYO 60% 60% TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers GDBFS or IGD 65% (with 60% in speaking 60%
of Other Languages) MSc and listening and 65% in
Environmental Science BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Foundation Biology 60% 60% reading and writing)
Film and Media BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT Compulsory module: Understanding Media 65% 60%
Film or Media and Marketing BA (Hons) FMHSS or IIYO Compulsory modules: Introduction to Business; 60% 60%
Understanding Media The table below gives you an indication of the undergraduate degrees at other Scottish universities
Film or Media and Sociology BA (Hons) FMHSS or IIYO Compulsory modules: Study of Society; 60% 60% that you can progress to once you complete an International Foundation at INTO University of Stirling.
Understanding Media
Finance and Investment BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT Compulsory modules: Economics; Principles of Accounting 65% 60%
Progress from an International Foundation to...
History BA (Hons) FMHSS Compulsory module: Study of Society 60% 60%
History and Politics BA (Hons) FMHSS or IIYO 60% 60%
Human Resource Management BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT 65% 60%
Human Resource Management and Marketing BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYO Compulsory module: Introduction to Business 60% 60%
• Accounting • Accounting • Business and • Accounting • Accounting • Accounting • Engineering • Business and
International Politics BA (Hons) FMHSS Compulsory module: Introduction to International Politics 60% 60%
and Finance and Finance Management and Finance and Finance and Finance Management
Journalism Studies BA (Hons) FMHSS or IIYO Compulsory module: Introduction to Journalism 60% 60% • Business and • Business and • Media • Business and • Business and • Business and • Computing
Management Management • Psychology Management Management Management • Engineering
Management BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT 65% 60% • Computing • Social Sciences • Computing • Computing • Computing • Media
Marine Biology BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Foundation Biology 60% 60% • Engineering • Sport and Exercise • Engineering • Engineering • Engineering • Psychology
• Media • Psychology • Science • Psychology • Science
Marketing BA (Hons) FBFEM or IIYT 60% 60% • Psychology • Science • Social Sciences • Science • Sport and Exercise
• Science • Social Sciences • Social Sciences
Politics BA (Hons) FMHSS Compulsory module: Introduction to International Politics 60% 60%
• Social Sciences • Sport and Exercise
Psychology BA/BSc (Hons) FSSCE, FSCE or IIYO Compulsory module: Introduction to Psychology 60% 60% • Sport and Exercise
Please note: English level and academic progression requirements are correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print.
In some circumstances, these may change throughout the year – please visit www.intostudy.com/stirling for the most up-to-date information.
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The cost of your programme may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen and programme
length. The following guide to costs is based on a typical 3-term programme to show the estimated cost of
attendance. For specific cost information, please refer online: www.intostudy.com/stirling/courses
Estimated cost of attendance − current academic year 2018–2019 Start month Term dates
Tuition Books and fees Insurance Total Academic programmes
International Foundation (2 term) £10,050 £390 £196 £10,636 June (4 term) Mon 17 Jun 2019–Fri 05 Jun 2020
International Foundation (3 term) £15,075 £390–£790 £357 £15,822–£16,222 September (4 term) Mon 23 Sep 2019–Fri 21 Aug 2020
Undergraduate degree with £15,075 £390–£790 £357 £15,822–£16,222 September (3 term) Mon 23 Sep 2019–Fri 05 Jun 2020
Integrated International Year One/Two† January (2 term) Tue 07 Jan 2020–Fri 05 Jun 2020
Graduate Diploma (3 term) £15,075 £790 £357 £16,222 January (3 term) Tue 07 Jan 2020–Fri 21 Aug 2020
Postgraduate degree with £15,075 £790 £357 £16,222
March (2 term) Mon 30 Mar 2020–Fri 21 Aug 2020
Integrated Graduate Diploma†
Pre-Master's
Pre-Master's (2 term) £10,050 £240 £196 £10,412
January Tue 07 Jan 2020–Fri 05 Jun 2020
Academic English (1 term) £4,430 £80 £122 £4,632
March Mon 30 Mar 2020–Fri 21 Aug 2020
Academic English
Accommodation prices Other fees
September Mon 23 Sep 2019–Fri 13 Dec 2019
John Forty's Court Beech Court Airport pickup January Tue 07 Jan 2020–Fri 20 Mar 2020
Edinburgh Airport From £70
Academic programmes March Mon 30 Mar 2020–Fri 05 Jun 2020
Glasgow Airport From £70
June start (4 term) £7,302 £8,359 June Mon 15 Jun 2020–Fri 21 Aug 2020
Enrolment fee** From £150
September start (4 term) £6,912 £7,920
Textbooks (3 term academic/ From £240
September start (3 term) £5,328 £6,105
Integrated Programme)
January start (3 term) £4,752 £5,445
Lab fee From £400
April start (2 term) £3,024 £3,465
(science-based courses)
English language courses*
Academic English (1 term) £1,440–£1,584 £1,650–£1,815
Prices shown are for the current academic year 01 September 2018–31 August 2019
and are for indicative purposes only. All prices are subject to an increase of up to 4%.
* The price will depend on your start date and length of ** Per academic programme, charged upon confirmation. † Prices for Integrated Programmes are for Year 1 only.
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