Start dates

Choose what level or type of course you're studying to see when your course at Stirling starts.

Check the semester dates page for this year's key term dates for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

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. Your attendance in teaching activities will be recorded and monitored to support your success.

Undergraduate courses

Our undergraduate courses start on 23 January 2023 and 11 September 2023.

Postgraduate courses

Our postgraduate courses start on 23 January 2023 and 25 September 2023.

Pre-sessional English Language courses

See details of courses for those starting a degree course in January or September 2023.

Postgraduate research students

You can normally begin a research programme (PhD/MPhil) on the 1st of any month.

Live chat support for applicants and offer holders

Chat to us if you have questions about teaching, safety, accommodation or start date changes. You can find us on the portal, 10-12 pm (BST) and 2-4 pm (BST), Monday to Friday.