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Study abroad

Are you ready for an adventure? We offer a wide range of once-in-a-lifetime Study Abroad Programme opportunities, giving you the opportunity to see the world and experience new cultures.

Choose to study abroad as part of your Stirling degree

From a semester in Tokyo, to a year in Spain or California, we have over 70 university partnerships across four continents. We give you the chance to spend a semester or a year studying at one of our partner universities as a fully integrated part of your degree. You’ll continue to study while overseas and keep earning credits towards your degree.

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Students who go abroad are

7% higher average wage earners, six months after graduation

Universities UK International, Gone International Report 2018

Why study abroad?

  • Improve your cultural awareness and foreign language skills.
  • Broaden your horizons - studying abroad is ideal if you desire travel and adventure.
  • Show future employers your ambition, maturity and self-reliance.
  • You’ll be prepared to work in an increasingly global workplace.
  • Grow as a person and show you’ve got the confidence to take on new challenges.
  • Continue to gain credits towards your degree and learn new perspectives on your subject area.
  • Make new friends and build your global professional network.
How to make the most of your time abroad
infographic: Students who go abroad are

Students who go abroad are

19% more likely to gain a 1st in their degree

Universities UK International, Gone International Report 2018

Where can I go?

Discover where you can travel to on your semester or year abroad.

Destinations
Frequently asked questions about studying abroad

How to apply?

Applications are now being accepted from current second year students who want to study abroad during their third year. Completed applications should be submitted via the Student Service Hub by Wednesday 18 March.

Application information

Any questions? Get in touch:

Email studentexchange@stir.ac.uk for non-European exchanges
OR erasmus@stir.ac.uk for European exchange queries.

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