Before you arrive
We can’t wait to welcome you to the University of Stirling. Make the most of your time at Stirling from the moment you arrive on campus by working through this list.
1 - THE STIRLING CAMPUS COMMITMENT
We know you’ll be looking forward to enjoying everything the city and University have to offer. Find out about important changes at the University of Stirling for the autumn semester and see our commitment to making campus safer for 2020.
2 - START DATES
Choose what level or type of course you're studying to see when your course at Stirling starts. Start dates may have changed since you applied, so you must check information for your course.
3 - ENROL ONLINE
Follow our easy online enrolment process. This includes:
- Setting up your University of Stirling student computer account
- Registering for the modules you want to study this year
- Payment of fees
- Uploading a photo for your student ID card
4 - ACCESS CANVAS TO SELECT YOUR MODULES AND CREATE YOUR TIMETABLE
Once you have enrolled online, you will have access to your registered modules on Canvas, our Virtual Learning Environment (postgraduate students will have access from 5 October). Sign up for teaching sessions and to see your timetable. Don’t delay, sessions become full quickly.
5 - PRE-ARRIVAL WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES
Take part in the workshops and activities happening before the start of semester to help you get ahead and settle in to student life at the University of Stirling.
6 - ARRANGE YOUR ACCOMMODATION
If you haven’t already sorted out accommodation, on or off campus, you need to check out your accommodation options.
7 - MAKE A LIST OF WHAT TO PACK
We’ve prepared a handy list with suggestions of what you need to bring with you. Try to be organised with your packing and just bring what you really need.
8 - ORGANISE YOUR TRAVEL TO THE CAMPUS
Don’t leave it to the last minute to work out how you’re getting to campus. There are some extra things to consider when travelling to campus because of the Coronavirus outbreak. Read our latest guidance about travelling to the UK and to campus.
If you're going to be driving and need a car parking permit log on to the Student Portal where a full range of application forms are available.
9 - STIRLING ESSENTIALS
Access Stirling Essentials, an on-line module to help you prepare for study at University. We recommend you work through this module before you arrive. Stirling Essentials will be available throughout your studies as it is the gateway to a wide range of advice and study skills resources.
10 - CHECK AND UPDATE YOUR VACCINATIONS
Students aged between 17 – 24 years are strongly recommended to have a MenACWY vaccination if you didn’t already get the vaccination at school or sixth-form college. Get more information on the NHS website.
11 - SEE HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU
Our Student Support Services team are always on hand to offer advice and guidance on a range of topics including money advice, support for disabled students and students with specific learning difficulties, as well as counselling and wellbeing support.
If you have a disability or specific learning difficulties for which you may need support please contact Student Support Services. See our Accessibility and inclusion information. There's also support information available for care experienced young people.
13 - GET A STIRLING UNI HOODIE
Feel a sense of belonging to Stirling and get one of our iconic American Letter Hoodies. Check out the range available at the Stirling Students' Union online shop.
Additional things to do before you arrive
To avoid having to do everything on-site the day you arrive on campus, there are a few more things you can complete beforehand to make settling in easier:
International students
We can’t wait to welcome you to the UK and to the University of Stirling. There’s a few extra things you need to do in preparation for your arrival, so we’ve prepared a useful checklist for you - International students information.
Got a question?
If you have any questions about student life then who better to ask than one of our current students!