Why study Computer Science at the University of Stirling?
Computer science courses at the University of Stirling are designed to firmly implant you into the core of the industry, helping you to develop strong professional skills through its network of connections.
- Professionally accredited programmes by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, meaning that you’ll graduate as a Chartered Information Technology Professional.
- Benefit from industrial placements, networking events and invaluable routes into employment through innovation centre The Data Lab.
- MSc Big Data was developed with global companies and expert data scientists, such as HSBC and Amazon who have nearby development centres and have previously provided student projects.
- Use technologies including Python, R, Hadoop, NoSQL and Machine Learning for Big Data, while modules from mobile app development to artificial intelligence focus on popular technological advances.
- Ideally located in the centre of the UK’s growing technology hub, attracting hundreds of startups and creating many opportunities.
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