Education Clearing courses

Clearing is now closed for 2023. Take a look at our undergraduate courses for 2024 entry.

Take the first step in becoming a teacher with our top-ranked courses in Education.

Our innovative approach gives you time to specialise in a subject and gain confidence as a teacher, with the perfect blend of theory and practical classroom experience.

We're ranked 3rd in Scotland and top 5 in the UK for Education (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).

Study Education at Stirling

BA (Hons) / BSc (Hons) Education (Secondary)

Study Secondary Education at Stirling and you will learn and grow in confidence as a teacher over four years. You can choose your specialism from subjects such as English Studies, French, History, Mathematics, Philosophy and much more.

BA (Hons) Professional Education (Secondary, Chemistry or Physics)

Do you want to be a science teacher? The University of Stirling has teamed up with Forth Valley College to offer degrees in secondary education with Chemistry or Physics. Get ready to inspire the next generation of scientists.

BA (Hons) / BSc (Hons) Education (Primary)

Choose a Bachelor of Education (Primary) at the University of Stirling, and we’ll equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to start a career in one of the most rewarding professions. You can choose from specialisms including Early Years, Environment, Inclusive Practice, Literacy, Modern Languages and Numeracy.

Find your Clearing place at Stirling

More than £10,000 in scholarships

Students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland may be eligible for £9,250 scholarships covering your Honours year tuition fees plus a £1,000 Clearing scholarship (terms and conditions apply). Find out about these and other scholarships.

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Study in the heart of Scotland

Stirling combines the charm of a historic destination with the friendly buzz of a young population. It's a short train ride away from both Glasgow and Edinburgh, and is a gateway to the Scottish Highlands.

Accommodation Available

We still have accommodation available on our beautiful campus and in our easily-accessible off-campus residences. If you're from England, Wales, Northern Ireland or overseas and apply by 31 August, you'll be guaranteed an offer of University-managed accommodation in your first year of study.

Lucy's Clearing experience

Lucy came to our pop-up in Belfast and secured a place on our BA (Hons) Human Resource Management course through Clearing. She shares her experience of using Clearing and why she chose to study at Stirling.

Hear from other students talking about their experiences through Clearing at the University of Stirling.