Institute for
Advanced Studies
The Institute for Advanced Studies supports our growing and thriving postgraduate research community with resources and networking opportunities. We’ll connect you with a global community of scholars, industry experts, leading academics and employers from a diverse range of interdisciplinary research areas.
Unrivalled support for study and research
We offer you 24/7 access to a range of valuable resources that will assist you in your studies and research. You’ll be able to:
- consult our research frameworks and reviews
- sign up for digital workshops
- get advice on how to carry out your research and skills development projects
The Postgraduate Research Zone
You’ll have access to a central hub for skills training and community activities. Housed within the library, our Postgraduate Research Zone places a 60-seat lecture theatre, presentation and videoconferencing facilities, two boardrooms, and an informal meeting area at your disposal.
Contact us
If you have any general queries about the Institute for Advanced Studies, or about studying for a PhD at the University of Stirling, please get in touch with us.
Events and networking
The Institute for Advanced Studies organises postgraduate skills workshops, research seminars and support events that run throughout the year, giving you the opportunity to meet industry experts, researchers and visiting academics.
Our events enable you to build industry contacts, enhance your academic experience and find your place in our dynamic and ever-growing postgraduate community.
The Three Minute Thesis is a fun competition giving participants three minutes to present their ideas and research in a language that can be understood by a non-specialist audience.
How to apply for a PhD
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