How Does the University Help Me Return to Study?


We welcome enquiries, no matter how tentative, from anybody interested in studying at university. Whatever your age, whether you have qualifications or not, your life and work experience will always count. The University of Stirling is committed to creating opportunities for those who do not have traditional entry requirements and offers a variety of different entrance routes for adult returning students.

Flexible learning

Returning to study is a big step. However, it need not be life altering in the first instance. Stirling is particularly well known for its flexible degree structure and many of our degree programmes can be tailored to meet even the busiest of lifestyles.

Part-time study

Perhaps part-time study would best suit your schedule; or maybe you would like the opportunity to study more than one subject to establish what your interests are? You may even wish to begin your studies by sampling a short university course, trying a one-year access course, or taking a Continuing Studies Module. The choice is yours.

Further information

The University recognises that adult entrants sometimes need different and more detailed information than school leavers when considering application to university. You may find the following links useful in trying to find out if Stirling suits your specific needs: