Postgraduate Degree with Graduate Diploma
Combining your preparation studies with your Master's degree in a single study plan, you can choose from a range of degrees including MSc Business and Management and MSc Sport Management. You can also choose a study plan option with an additional term of Pre-sessional English.
If you do not meet the minimum entry requirements for this programme, you should apply for a Graduate Diploma in Business, Finance and Sport or Media, Humanities and Social Sciences, which also offer progression to postgraduate degrees.
On campus and online study options This program is available to study either on campus or online – giving you the flexibility to choose what’s best for you.
If you start online in January 2022, you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to an on-campus program in March/April. You’ll need to meet any visa requirements and demonstrate good attendance and performance during your studies online.
If you’re applying for an Online Extended program, you’ll be offered an Online Academic English plus online or on-campus academic pathway study plan.
Course features
Opportunity to apply for one visa for the full duration of your study plan.
During Year 1 of the study plan:
- develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway
- improve your English level and develop the vocabulary for your chosen degree subject
- adapt to studying in the UK with a strong focus on study and research skills
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 4 Terms: From IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
2 Years: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 3 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent. 4 Terms: From IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications for this study plan. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Graduate Diploma programmes which also offer progression to the degrees listed below. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Which degrees are available?
This degree is one of the few UK postgraduate degrees to be recognised under the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This means that you can work towards obtaining CFA Charterholder status – the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.
You'll focus on areas such as the use of qualitative and quantitative techniques to value investments, portfolio management strategies, risk management tools, macroeconomic trends and financial data relating to investments, among many other areas.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in the CFA Institute Research Challenge – the ‘investment Olympics’ for university students. Stirling’s MSc Investment Analysis students have won a place in the UK final in 10 out of 12 years!
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment throughout the first year of your programme is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.