Entry and English language requirements
See the international and English language qualifications we accept for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Please also check the specific grades and essential subjects required for your chosen course by checking our individual course pages.
Undergraduate
Students that have completed the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) may be considered for direct entry to Yr1 of undergraduate degrees at the University of Stirling with an overall grade of B2 or higher. Students with lower grades can enter Stirling via a Foundation programme. Find out more about our Foundation and pathway options.
We also welcome applications from students who have completed one year of university study.
Postgraduate
We welcome applications from Ghanaian applicants holding a minimum 2.2 degree from a
English language requirements
Students from Ghana are not normally required to take an IELTS test in order to study at Stirling. It is a UK visa requirement that all international students must submit some proof of the English Language ability, regardless of whether English is their first language or not, but we can usually accept a student’s WASSCE English Language qualification to fulfil this requirement, provided they have achieved a C6 grade or higher. Some academic departments may request additional evidence of English-language proficiency, particularly where a WASSCE qualification is more than 10 years old. Additional evidence may include proof that students have studied at a university where English is the main language of instruction. We require an official letter from your University or College.
For further advice please email international@stir.ac.uk.