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University of Stirling Rankings 2025

Stirling, Edinburgh, UK

4.0 /5

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B++ Shiksha Grade
330 acre campus
Estd. 1967

University of Stirling Ranking

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University of Stirling Ranking Highlights
University of Stirling University Ranking
University of Stirling US News & World Report Ranking 2024
University of Stirling The Guardian Ranking 2025
University of Stirling The Complete University Guide Ranking 2025
University of Stirling QS Ranking 2025
University of Stirling THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2024
University of Stirling ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024
University of Stirling Course Ranking
University of Stirling Student Reviews

University of Stirling
Ranking Highlights

Recognized globally as a leading global enterprise, University of Stirling is dedicated to delivering academic excellence. The University of Stirling has recieved an B++ rating by Shiksha Grading.

Even though there are multiple global ranking metrics available for students to check university rankings, what makes Shiksha Grading different is that Shiksha uses the aggregate of all the publicly available university and course rankings from top-ranking publishers and maps it into nine buckets, namely A++, A+, A, B++, B+, B, C++, C+, C. With this method, courses are graded on the basis of their availability at the college in a particular country and universities are graded by the countries.

Moving forward, according to 'University Ranking' category of QS 2025, University of Stirling ranks #452, showing a downgrade from its previous ranking of #431 in 2024. University of Stirling also ranks #401 in THE 'University Ranking' category 2024. As compared to the last year, University of Stirling witnessed a declining trend in its THE (Times Higher Education) ranking which stood at #351 in 2023. Furthermore, University of Stirling ranks #54 in The Complete University Guide 'University Ranking' category in 2025.

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University Ranking

Overall University Grade

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University of Stirling
US News & World Report Ranking 2024

Ranked by	2022	2023	2024
Global Universities	689	653	730

University of Stirling
The Guardian Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
University	59	61	94
Accounting and Finance	62	76	75
Business and Management	50	72	63
Economics	6	15	13
Journalism	21	11	25
Law	39	27	45
Media and Film Studies	8	14	36
Politics	32	8	9
Sociology and Social Policy	63	59	74

University of Stirling
The Complete University Guide Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
UK University	50	51	54
Accounting and Finance	27	42	37
Biological Sciences	33	37	37
Business and Management Studies UK	32	46	44
Communication and Media Studies	23	18	21
Computer Science	60	54	59
Law	22	34	26
Nursing	60	63	63
Psychology	43	44	49
Sociology	25	26	31

University of Stirling
QS Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Europe	– / –	203	195
World University	501	431	452
Biological Sciences	601	– / –	– / –
Communication and Media Studies	151	201	– / –
Medicine	551	601	– / –
Sociology	251	301	– / –

University of Stirling
THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2024

Ranked by	2022	2023	2024
University	301	351	401
Arts and Humanities	251	251	251
Clinical and Health	401	401	401
Life Sciences	151	176	251
PG Business and Economics	201	251	301
Psychology	201	301	251

University of Stirling
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024

Ranked by	2022	2023	2024
Universities	801	701	801
Political Sciences	201	201	– / –

University of Stirling
Course Ranking

Shiksha has graded University of Stirling streams, such as Mass Communication & Media, Business & Management Studies, and Humanities & Social Sciences with A, B++, and B++ grades, respectively. The availability of multiple rankings on the web can prove to be overwhelming to students looking to study abroad. Hence, Shiksha Study Abroad has launched Shiksha Grading. With it, students will no longer be required to check multiple ranking organisations to know about the performance of a particular university. Just checking Shiksha rating will suffice.

When it comes to global level course rankings of University of Stirling, the Communication & Media Studies, Accounting & Finance, Arts & Humanities, and Life Sciences courses of the university rank well in the rankings by QS and THE. Its Communication & Media Studies program has been ranked at #201 by QS 2024. Additionally, University of Stirling ranks well for Accounting & Finance course as well. According to QS 2022, the Accounting & Finance course ranks at #301 in the 2022.

In the rankings by THE Arts & Humanities 2024, University of Stirling ranks at #251. Know more about University of Stirling courses and subject rankings in the below article.

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B.A.

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
The Guardian - Sociology and Social Policy	63	59	74
The Guardian - Politics	32	8	9
The Complete University Guide - Sociology	25	26	31

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B.E. / B.Tech

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
The Complete University Guide - Computer Science	60	54	59

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B.J.M.C.

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
The Guardian - Media and Film Studies	8	14	36
The Guardian - Journalism	21	11	25
The Complete University Guide - Communication and Media Studies	23	18	21

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University of Stirling
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Vibe of Campus

Sporty
Academically oriented
Friendly
Multi-dimensional

Student Views

40% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships4.3

Part time work3.3

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4

Value for money4

Public transportation4.3

Safety4.3

Indian Food3.8

Permanent Immigration3.8

Vaibhav Gupta Verified Icon

MBA - Batch of 2023

4.5

An experience of lifetime at the University of Stirling

Tips: The university provides around 4000 pounds scholarship to Indian students to support with the application. It was a wonderful experience being a part of the University and travelling to Scotland. Different culture, yet very accepting and welcoming apart from the sightseeing you can do a lot in Scotland.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty members are approachable and very well learned. You get to learn a lot from them if you keep yourself active. Teaching was a mix of theoretical and practical learning with real-life examples and workshops. Professors are from across the globe thus showing that University of Stirling is a diverse employer.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent settlement depends on individuals and if you get a job of choice. There are many students who prefer to come back to their home country after graduation. And those who prefer to stay either go for sponsorship from the companies or sponsor themselves for at least couple of years (Graduate Route Visa). I preferred to return back to India to be around my people.

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2023Read more

Johney Jose Verified Icon

MBA - Batch of 2024

4.4

Best study destination for international students

Tips: There is a bit problem with part time jobs in Stirling but with time you can find one. Otherwise, it's the best study destination for international students. Faculties are always ready to help. Personal tutors are assigned to each and every student so that one can have a buddy available every time for help.

Likes (Student Life): The atmosphere here at the university of Stirling is amazing. And all the relevant facilities are available around the campus. Personal tutors are assigned to each and every student so that one can have a buddy available to solve all the problems. The most important sports facilities are amazing here at Stirling.

Dislikes (Value for money): Until you don't have a job in the UK it's expensive to spend Indian money in pounds. Finding part-time jobs is quite difficult in starting but if you keep pushing it and have a clear vision you will get a job for sure. Don't hesitate in doing any work rather accept it as a challenge and overcome it.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2023Read more

Anonymous

MSc International Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2024

3.1

Excellent faculty but fewer part-time jobs.

Tips: The transition after coming here was quite difficult as I was not familiar with the climate. The people were quite good and polite. As of now, everything is going well. Finally, the University is good for sports and the gym at the university is an advantage for us.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at this University are quite good at teaching and are experts in their field of subjects. Moreover, their experiences and knowledge of the subjects make it easy for students to understand the topic. The majority of faculty at this University are Scottish people. More than 95% of staff are from Scotland.

Dislikes (Part time work): The part-time jobs are fewer or I can say difficult to get one as it is a small city. The city doesn't even have the size of Mysore. The population in this city is also very low. Managing a part-time job and university education is quite challenging as we have classes four days a week. The tight timetable is also an issue to the part time job.

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2024Read more

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MSc in Business and Management - Batch of 2022

4.1

Reputed college with good reviews

Tips: College is quite good but students who are really studious and keen to learn should opt for this university. As assignments provided are really of master's level and you will learn a lot if you are serious about your career. Please book your hostel accommodation in advance. Commutation from Stirling to Glasgow, Stirling to Edinburgh is affordable and less time consuming. Overall good college.

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2022Read more

Nidhin Thayyil Puthiyapurayil Verified Icon

MSc International Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2024

2.3

University of Stirling has a beautiful campus with all the facilities for sports and fitness.

Tips: The cultural shifts are quite ok and not a big deal. But the issue is managing the expenses and finding a part time job is really harder. Moreover, the timetable at this university is little stressful. So, it will become harder again to get a part time job and lastly the attendance are important to successfully complete the masters.

Likes (Quality of faculty): All the faculties at the university are well qualified and have experience. Good learning experience as the teachers are good at teaching. Faculties at this university is really helpful in preparation of assignments and they guide you to prepare the assignments and conduct seminars.

Dislikes (Part time work): Getting a part time job opportunity in Stirling is difficult and also an on campus opportunity will be extremely difficult. It's a small city or you can say it's a village and the city depends on the university. Managing the part time job and student life is stressful. Even getting a part time job is a luck. It's not a big city to find more part time job opportunities. Working far away and traveling to the workplace is an another hurdle as it's expensive. Can't manage the expenses.

Reviewed on 21 May 2024Read more

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Is University of Stirling good for international students?

Answered 4 weeks ago

With 140+ nationalities on-campus, the University of Stirling offers a diverse and multicultural student experience. More than 30% of students at the university are international. The university is also 1st in the UK and Top 3 in the world for campus environment as per the International Student Baro

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Himanshi Shekhar

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What is the acceptance rate of University of Stirling?

Answered 4 weeks ago

The University of Stirling acceptance rate is around 11%-20%. This means that the university is extremely selective at the time of admission. So, to get admission to this university, the applicants should have an exceptional academic record. On top of this, the applicants are required to meet all th

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Gunjan Thapa

Beginner-Level 5

Does University of Stirling require IELTS score?

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, for admission to the University of Stirling, the applicants are required to submit an IELTS score or any other equivalent score. The minimum scores required in IELTS or other equivalent test scores varies as per courses but a range is given below:

Tests	Minimum Score
IELTS	6.0 - 7.0
PTE	60 - 67
TOEFL	78 or 80 or 94

Anya Aggarwal

Beginner-Level 5

What are the requirements for admission to University of Stirling?

Answered 4 weeks ago

Here are some of the entry requirements to get into Stirling University:

UG: The applicants should have passed Class 12 with 65% from CBSE, ISC / ICSE, Metro State Boards like (Delhi, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and West Bengal). Students from other boards must have passed Class 12 with 75%
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Chandra Sharma

Beginner-Level 5

Which is better - University of Stirling or Aston University or Exeter University?

Answered 4 months ago

The decision to study in any university depends on the factors like location, faculty, tuition fee, etc. However, the final choice is dependent on students. A comparison is given below:

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