We can’t wait to welcome you to the University of Stirling, whether you are studying on campus or online. Make the most of your time at Stirling from the moment you arrive on campus or begin your studies by working through this list.
You are expected to be available to attend on-campus teaching from the start of your course. You need to live locally, engage in your studies and attend campus regularly to take part in classes.
Before you arrive, get ready to start your studies at
You’ll have access to Stirling Essentials once you start the enrolment process and can register for the free online orientation programme in advance:
Follow our enrolment steps to start your course:
Read our full guidance on how to view your personalised timetable and how to sign up for seminars and other small group sessions:
Get all your university services at your fingertips with the University of Stirling app. The app provides your personalised timetable and real-time, on-the-go, anytime information to support you during your time at Stirling. It's available free for all students.
If you are not able to access the University App on your
SafeZone is a free safety and wellbeing app for all University of Stirling staff and students. You can use SafeZone to alert security services, get first aid assistance, and much more.
Make sure you have access to a laptop or computer as you require this to be able to study effectively on all our courses. We have laptops available for short and longer term loans.
Read our guide on how to set up multi-factor authentication so you can access our online resources.
You also need basic digital skills in using software such as Office 365. We offer workshops if you need to improve your skills.
If you have a disability or specific learning difficulties for which you may need support, please contact our Accessibility and Inclusion team. There's also support information available for care experienced young people.
Managing your money at university can be a challenge if you are away from home for the first time, managing SAAS or Student Finance payments (without spending the whole lot), or changing your employment to fit around your studies. It is therefore essential to familiarise yourself with the living costs of being a student and plan ahead financially.
If you haven’t already sorted out accommodation, then check out your on- and off-campus options now.
Read our handy list with suggestions of what you need to bring with you.
Don’t leave it to the last minute to work out how you’re getting to campus.
NHS Scotland advises all students to ensure they have received up-to-date vaccines for:
If you're not sure how many doses of the coronavirus vaccine you're eligible for and how you'll be offered them, you can find out more on the coronavirus vaccine section of the NHS Inform website or call 0800 030 8013.
For other vaccines, phone your family doctor to check if you've had all the recommended doses you're eligible for. Your family doctor will check your records and advise if it's clinically appropriate for you to receive any vaccines or further doses.
For more information, visit the NHS Inform website.
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:
Affordable sports and gym membership options
If you are living on campus the medical and dental centre on campus is open for new registrations.
Find out more about applying for part-time work in the UK or overseas
Find out everything you need to know about voting in the UK
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.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the UK and to the University of Stirling. It is essential that you work through our Stirling Essentials orientation programme, with a series of free online workshops designed exclusively for international students, essential activities and resources.
There’s also some extra things you need to do in preparation for your arrival, so we’ve got lots of useful guidance for you in our international students section.
If you have any questions about student life then who better to ask than one of our current students!