International students - Europe

Welcome to the University of Stirling in the heart of Scotland, UK. Here you will find lots of useful information for students from Europe including entry and English language requirements, scholarships and funding information, and where you can meet our representatives in-country.

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

Minimum GPA of 6.5 in the Ptychion for most Masters level courses.

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.
  • 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.

Scholarships

We have several excellent scholarship opportunities that are available to students from Europe.

Undergraduate

See more undergraduate scholarships

Postgraduate

See more postgraduate scholarships

Information for students from the Republic of Ireland

Students from the Republic of Ireland who are ordinarily resident in Ireland will be classed as ‘RUK’ for fee status purposes, and are eligible for the same tuition fees and scholarships as students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland:

Get in touch

University representative

Get in touch with our international recruitment team for any questions you have about studying at Stirling:

Sarah Doherty
Student Recruitment Manager (Europe)
Sarah.doherty@stir.ac.uk
+447803 659019

Catriona Henderson
Student Recruitment Officer (Europe)
cat.henderson@stir.ac.uk
+44 7803 495517

 

If you are from Türkiye please contact:

Mrs Ciorstan MacGregor-Crame
International Recruitment Manager
c.macgregor@stir.ac.uk
+44 1786 466646

Agents

We have a network of agents and representatives in Europe. You can contact any of our agents and apply to study with us through them. Some agents may charge for provision of services so please check this directly with the agent.

Belgium

Cyprus

France

Germany

Greece

Hungary

Italy

Latvia

Lithuania 

Netherlands

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Spain

Sweden 

Turkey

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The University of Stirling regularly travels to Europe attending recruitment events, and visiting schools and colleges. Forthcoming trips are listed below. If there are no trips scheduled to take place, please contact us for more information.

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