Faculty of Arts
and Humanities
The University of Stirling’s largest faculty has earned a reputation for delivering some of the most highly-rated Arts and Humanities courses in the country. With a focus on innovation, exploration and creativity, our courses equip you with the range of skills you’ll need to transition into the field you’re most passionate about. Whatever you study, you’ll be part of a vibrant environment defined by world-class teaching and research – a place where asking big questions, feeling inspired and forging independent ideas are all everyday occurrences. We think you’ll fit right in.
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Humanities
2nd in Scotland
top 10 in the UK for Communications and Media
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022
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3rd in Scotland and Top 20 in UK
for Media and Film Studies
The Guardian University Guide 2022
100% of research impact
in History rated as world-leading or internationally excellent
REF 2014
Study with us
With high student satisfaction rates, internationally renowned researchers and a wealth of full and part-time courses, the Faculty of Arts and Humanities is the perfect place for anyone who loves to explore, innovate and create.
Divisions
Communications, Media and Culture
History and Politics
Explore the forces that shape the past, present and future in our vibrant division of History and Politics.
Law and Philosophy
Our Law and Philosophy division is defined by stand-out teaching, research and student satisfaction rates.
Literature and Languages
Broaden your horizons by unlocking new languages and exploring the power of literature.
News
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University first in Scotland to join EU traineeship project
The University of Stirling has joined the Pan-European Seal Programme, a prestigious EU training scheme, becoming the first in Scotland to partner with Europe’s leading Intellectual Property (IP) organisations: the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the European Patent Office (EPO).
Museum partnership secures £1 million for Cold War research
The University of Stirling has secured a major funding grant in partnership with National Museums Scotland for a unique research project exploring how the Cold War features in museums.