Why study an Arts course at the University of Stirling?
The Faculty of Arts and Humanities is the University of Stirling’s largest faculty, particularly recognised for its legacy as a front-runner in the research and teaching of film and media.
- BA (Hons) Film and Media combines critical thinking and practical learning to prepare you for a career in the television, film and media industries, teaching you valuable skills in audio production, screenwriting and video editing.
- Opportunities to be part of the student-run television, filmmaking and radio stations on campus.
- Explore, innovate and create at the Macrobert Arts Centre – a multi-arts, multicultural creative hub on campus that encourages networking and artistry.
- Almost three-quarters of arts and humanities research is world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2014).
- Graduates of arts courses at Stirling have gone on to work in the advertising, broadcasting, publishing and public relations industries.
Program choices
Find out more about your course options by selecting a course level.
- English course
- International Foundation
- International Diploma
- Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree with International Year Two
- Undergraduate Degree
English course
Leads to: University preparation programme or degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 3.0
Length of course: From 4 weeks
- Improve your English language skills before starting your academic studies.
- Regular intakes with flexible course lengths to suit your English level.
- Adapt to living and studying in the UK.
International Foundation
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 4.5, plus completion of 12 years of schooling with good grades.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 2 of a four-year undergraduate degree in Scotland.
- Modules designed to develop the specialist knowledge, language and study skills for your chosen degree.
- Support with your university applications.
International Diploma
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus International Foundation, first year of an undergraduate degree or A-level equivalent.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 3 of a four-year undergraduate degree in Scotland.
- Develop subject-specific knowledge while improving your English language skills.
- Adapt to studying in the UK with university-style lessons for subject-based modules.
Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus of 12 years of schooling.
Length of course: 4 years
- Combine your preparation studies with an undergraduate degree under a single 4-year CAS.
- Develop your English language and undergraduate academic skills.
- Complete your degree in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
Undergraduate Degree with International Year Two
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus International Foundation, first year of an undergraduate degree, or A-level equivalent.
Length of course: 3 years
- Combine your preparation studies with an undergraduate degree under a single 3-year CAS.
- Develop subject-specific knowledge while improving your English language skills.
- Continue directly to Year 3 of your Scottish degree after successfully completing your first year of study.
Undergraduate Degree
- To apply for direct entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Stirling: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website