Entry and English language requirements
Select your country below to find details of the country-specific qualifications we accept for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Please also check the grades and essential subjects required for your chosen course by checking our individual course pages. If you have taken qualifications from another country’s education system (eg. the US High School Diploma) please refer to the relevant country page for details of the entry requirement.
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
English Language
If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence of your English language skills. For a complete list of the English language qualifications we accept, including where we are able to waive an English condition based on certain local qualifications, please see our English Language Requirements.
If your country is not listed or you have specific questions about your qualifications then please email sarah.doherty@stir.ac.uk
Austria
Undergraduate
Reifeprüfungszeugnis/Maturazeugnis
A minimum score of 2.0 (gut) in all subjects. Applicants must have a minimum score of 2.0 in any essential subject.
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum average of 3.0 in a Bachelor's degree or Fachhochschuldiplom/Diplom (FH).
Belgium
Undergraduate
We require a minimum of 70% or 7.0 of 10 (overall) in one of the following qualifications:
- Certificate d'Enseignement Secondaire Superieur
- Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs
- Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts
You must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 12/20 or 60% in one of the following qualifications:
- Licence
- Licentiaat
- Bachelor's degree
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Undergraduate
- Matura with an average 4.0/5.0. Applicants must have a minimum score of 4.0 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
- European Baccalaureate with an overall score of between 60 - 70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject that is required for the course.
- International Baccalaureate -
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 8/10 in the Diploma Visokog Obrazovanja / Diplomirani (Advanced Diploma of Higher Education / Bachelor degree)
Bulgaria
Undergraduate
Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie
5 in all school leaving and state maturity examinations and 5 in all final year subjects. Applicants must have a minimum score of 5 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 4/6 in a Bachelor's degree or Professional Bachelor's degree.
Croatia
Undergraduate
Svjedodžba o Maturi/Državna Matura
An average at grade 3 or above. Applicants must have a minimum score of 4 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 3.0/5 in Diploma Visokog Obrazovanja or Baccalaureus/Baccalaurea.
Cyprus
Undergraduate
Cypriot Apolytirion
An overall score of 17.5 in the Cypriot Apolytirion. Applicants must have a minimum score of 18 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Czech Republic
Undergraduate
Vysvědčení o maturitní zkoušce (Maturita)
An overall grade 2.5 (2,2,3,3) or better. Applicants must have a minimum score of 3 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 2 in Bakalar.
Denmark
Undergraduate
Studentereksamen/HF
An average score of 7. Applicants must have a minimum score of 7 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Candidatus Philosophiae - minimum of 4 in an undergraduate degree programme.
Estonia
Undergraduate
Gumnaasiumi Lõputunnistus and Riigieksamitunnistus (Secondary School Leaving Certificate with the State Examination Certificate)
4 overall and 70% average in three State Examinations. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 3 or C or 70% in Bachelor's degree or Professional or Specialist Higher Education Diploma.
Finland
Undergraduate
Ylioppilastutkinto / Studentexamen (Matriculation Examination)
M (Grade 5) in all subjects. Applicants must have a minimum score of M (Grade 5) in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 1.5/3 or 3/5 in Kandidat or Kandidaatti.
France
Undergraduate
French Baccalaureate
An overall score of 12. Applicants must have a minimum score of 12 in any essential subject.
OIB/BFI
An overall score of 11. Applicants must have a minimum score of 12 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
11 in the Licence for most Masters level courses.
If you have any other qualifications, such as the Diplome d'Ingenieur, please contact postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk for further information on the grades required for entry.
Georgia
Undergraduate
We usually require school leavers from Georgia to complete a Foundation Year programme for entry to an undergraduate course. Find out more about the University of Stirling's Foundation programmes.
We also accept applications from students who have completed one year of relevant university study.
We can also accept:
- European Baccalaureate with an overall score of between 60 - 70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject that is required for the course.
- International Baccalaureate - we welcome applications from students taking the full diploma with the overall points requirement depending on the course. We may also stipulate certain HL subjects for some courses. Further details can be found on our individual course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 75% in a Bachelor's degree or Specialist Diploma.
Germany
Undergraduate
German Abitur
Minimum 2.2. Applicants must have a minimum score of 12 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 2.8 in the Diploma/Staatsprufung for entry to most Masters level courses.
Greece
Undergraduate
Apolytirion of Geniko Lykeio
Overall score of 17.5 for entry to most courses. Applicants must have a minimum score of 17.5 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 6.0/10 in the Pytchion from an AEI or a minimum of 6.5/10 in the Pytchion from a TEI.
Hungary
Undergraduate
Erettségi Vizsga
An average at grade 3.5. Applicants must have a minimum score of 4 in the advanced exam of any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 3.0 in Egyetemi Oklevel (Diploma).
Iceland
Undergraduate
6.5 or higher in the Stúdentspróf. Applicants must have a minimum score of 6.5 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 6.5 in a Baccalaureatus (Bachelor's degree).
Italy
Undergraduate
Diploma di Esame di Stato
An overall score of 75/100. Applicants must have a minimum score of 8/10 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum score of 90/110 in one of the following qualifications:
- Diploma di Laurea
- Diploma Accademico di Primo Livello
- Diploma di Mediatore Linguistico
- Licenza di Accademia di Belle Arti
Latvia
Undergraduate
Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību
An average grade 7 overall and 70% in two State examinations. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in a state exam in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
For more details please contact Admissions and Access at postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk or +44 (0) 1786 466655.
Lithuania
Undergraduate
Brandos Atestatas
An average grade 7.5 overall. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in a state exam in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 7/10 in a Bachelor's degree.
Luxembourg
Undergraduate
Diplome de fin d'etudes secondaires
An overall mark of 42 (Bien). Applicants must have a minimum score of 42 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
For more details please contact Admissions and Access at postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk or +44 (0) 1786 466655.
Malta
Undergraduate
Matriculation Certificate
Grades BC at Advanced Level and BCC at Intermediate Level. Applicants must have a minimum score of B at advanced level in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
For more details please contact Admissions and Access at postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk or +44 (0) 1786 466655.
Netherlands
Undergraduate
Diploma Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO)
Average grade of 6.8. Applicants must have a minimum score of 7.0 in any essential subject.
MBO Level 4 Middenkaderopleiding (MBO-4)
6.8 in a relevant subject. Applicants must have a minimum score of 7.0 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 6/10 in a Bachelor's degree or Doctoraal.
Norway
Undergraduate
Norwegian Vitnemal
Minimum of 3.5. Applicants must have a minimum score of 4 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
For entry to our postgraduate courses we require a minimum of grade C minimum at Bachelor’s level.
Poland
Undergraduate
Matura
Average score of at least 70%, with 3 subjects at an Advanced Level. Applicants must have a minimum score of 75% at Advanced Level in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 4 (or Grade C) in the Licencjat.
Portugal
Undergraduate
Diploma/Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação
An average Grade 16. Applicants must have a minimum score of 17 in any essential subject.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 14/20 in the Licenciado or Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE).
Republic of Ireland
Undergraduate
Irish Leaving Certificate with up to five subjects at Honour Levels at grades H2 or H3 depending on the course of study. Applicants must have a minimum score of H2 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
- European Baccalaureate with an overall score of between 60 - 70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject that is required for the course.
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For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
Postgraduate
Minimum of a lower second class Bachelor's degree for entry to most Master level courses.
Romania
Undergraduate
Diploma de Bacalaureat
7.8 overall. Applicants must have a minimum score of 8 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 7.5 in Diploma de Licenta.
Russia
Undergraduate
We usually require school leavers from Russia to complete a Foundation Year programme for entry to an undergraduate course. Find out more about the University of Stirling's Foundation programmes.
We also accept applications from students who have completed one year of relevant university study.
We also accept the International Baccalaureate from students taking the full diploma with the overall points requirement depending on the course. We may stipulate certain HL subjects for some courses. Further details can be found on our course pages.
Postgraduate
Minimum GPA of 3/5 in a Bachelor's Degree or Specialist Diploma.
Serbia
Undergraduate
Matura, with an average 4.0/5.0. Applicants must have a minimum score of 4.0 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
- International Baccalaureate -
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 7.5/10 in Diplomirani or Bachelor's degree.
Slovakia
Undergraduate
Vysvedčenie o Maturitnej Skúške/Maturita
Grade 2.0 overall. Applicants must have a minimum score of 2 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 2.0/4 or Good in Bakalar.
Slovenia
Undergraduate
Matura
Grade 3.5 or above overall. Applicants must have a minimum score of 4 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 7/10 in University degree or Diplomant or Diplomirani.
Spain
Undergraduate
Titulo de Bachiller.
Average score of 7. Applicants must have a minimum score of 8 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum of 6/10 (old system) or 1.5/4 (new system) in Licenciado or Titulo de Grado.
Sweden
Undergraduate
Högskoleförberedande Examen/Slutbetyg från gymnasieskola
E in all subjects and C in 5 final year subjects. Applicants must have a minimum score of B in final year in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
Minimum grade of Godkand in the Kandidatexamen for entry to most Masters level courses.
Switzerland
Undergraduate
Certificat de Maturité Federale / Maturitätszeugnis/ Attestato Di Maturità
Grade 4.5. Applicants must have a minimum score of 5 in any essential subject that is required for the course.
We also accept:
European Baccalaureate
An overall score of 60-70%, depending on the course. Applicants must have a minimum score of 70% in any essential subject.
International Baccalaureate
For the full diploma, the overall points requirement depends on the course you are applying for. For some courses you will need certain HL subjects. Full details are on our course pages. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course.
We also accept the IB Career related programme (IBCP) with qualifications equivalent to at least 3 A-Levels. Applicants must have a minimum score of HL5 in any essential subject required for the course, or a suitable BTEC where appropriate. We can also consider applicants taking a combination of IB certificates and other qualifications, such as A-Levels, BTECs, or APs. Please contact admissions@stir.ac.uk for further guidance.
A levels
Minimum of BBB. Check course pages for essential subjects.
Postgraduate
We accept the following qualifications:
- Minimum of 4/6 in the Diplom/Staatsdiplom.
- Minimum of 6/10 in the Licence.
- Gut in the Diplôme d'Etat.
Turkey
Undergraduate
Minimum of 80% overall in Grade 12 of the Lise Diplomasi, with 80% in relevant subjects.
or
Minimum of 70% overall in Grade 12 of the Lise Diplomasi, with 70% in relevant subjects, from approved schools - contact international@stir.ac.uk for further details.
Students with IB, A-Levels or the American High School Diploma can be considered for direct entry. Please see course pages for requirements.
We also accept applications from students who have completed one year of relevant university study in Turkey.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of CGPA of 2.7/4.0 from a recognised university.
Ukraine
Undergraduate
We usually require school leavers from Ukraine to complete a Foundation Year programme for entry to an undergraduate course. Find out more about the University of Stirling's Foundation programmes.
We also accept applications from students who have completed one year of relevant university study. We also accept the International Baccalaureate. Students must be taking the full diploma with the overall points requirement depending on the course you are applying to. We may also stipulate certain HL subjects for some courses. Further details can be found on our course pages.
Postgraduate
For more details please contact Admissions and Access at postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk or on +44 (0) 1786 466655.