It’s nearly that time again, when our latest #UofStirling graduands gather together, don their swanky robes and strut their stuff across stage, head held high, as their name is proudly read out loud for all to hear, knowing that when you step off that stage, you are now a GRADUATE (*cheering, applause, flowers being thrown on stage etc.*) Yes, spring graduation is upon us, the culmination of your time at the University of Stirling and your chance to make memories that will stay with you for a lifetime. In 2023, virtually everyone has an amazing camera in their pockets in the form of their smar ..read more

My name is Bethany Bishop. I’m 23, and I’ve been studying at the University of Stirling for nearly four years.   I’m studying Psychology and Sociology, which are subjects I’ve enjoyed since high school. I grew up in Harare, Zimbabwe – which is a small country located in the south of Africa. Prior to starting my degree in Psychology and Sociology, I completed a foundation course with INTO University of Stirling in Science, Computing and Sport.  The COVID-19 pandemic  I’ve struggled with my physical health for many years. I had heart surgery when I was sixteen – and so I knew ..read more

Are you ready for adventure? Heading off to uni is all about trying new things. You’re going to be surrounded by loads of amazing people from all over the world. You’ll experience countless new sights, sounds, tastes and experiences – and if you want to make the most of your time at university and truly discover yourself, Stirling is the perfect choice. Our Hollywood-worthy campus and the ancient City of Stirling gives you a backstage pass to some of Scotland’s unique experiences. We’ve compiled a list of 10 activities that should be on every Stirling student’s bucket list. 1. Get involved in ..read more

A message from Student Support Services ahead of the 2022 winter break (Thursday 22 December 2022 to Wednesday 4 January inclusive).    Students are advised that the Student Services Hub will be available for Live Chat on the Student Portal, email and face to face enquiries on the following days (from 9am to 5pm):   Friday 23rd December  Wednesday 28th December   Thursday 29th December  Friday 30th December  Tuesday 3rd January  Normal services will resume from 9am on Wednesday 4th January.   Student Learning Services  Stu ..read more

This month is World Vegan Month, so what better time to try going vegan? According to the Vegan Society: “Veganism is a way of living which seeks to exclude, as far as is possible and practicable, all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose”.  We caught up with Emma Bathgate, webmaster of veganedinburgh.com and vegan of seven years, to hear her top tips that could make going vegan a little easier. Start small Going vegan can be a big change. But there are some great resources out there to help you get started. I began my vegan journey by t ..read more

A lot of students step onto campus for Freshers Week thinking they’ve got the world pretty figured out – but after the fun vibes of welcome events start to fade and you get into your new routine, it’s going to become crystal clear that you’ve still got a few important lessons to learn about adulting.  That’s ok.  So do yourself a favour, and don’t stress. You’re going to learn all these lessons (and more) as you progress through your first year. Some new life skills might come pretty naturally to you – while others are going to take ages to master.  Just take your time, be open ..read more

If you’re strapped for cash or want to gain a bit more experience before you enter the world of work, getting a part-time job while you’re still at university can be a great idea. But, how do you balance part time work with studying? It’s just important to remember that both work and study are big commitments on your time and focus. That’s why you’ve got to think carefully before taking on a new workload. More importantly, you’ll need to carefully manage your work and study schedules to make sure you don’t fall behind at uni.  To help you get an idea of what it takes to develop a hea ..read more

We can’t wait to welcome our newest bunch of University of Stirling students’ on to campus this September. In fact, we’re so buzzing ahead of the new semester that we’re only going and givinng away a BRAND NEW APPLE WATCH to a lucky winner! That’s right, some lucky student will be sporting a shiny new Apple Watch Series 7 so you can kick off your UofStirling journey in style. All you need to do is post any of your photos or videos on social media during welcome week with the hashtag #ThisIsStirling and we’ll randomly select a winner. Keep your eyes peeled on our social channels this September ..read more

Thinking back to my first year there are lots of things that I wish I had known before! So that’s what I’m going to be sharing with you today, hopefully you find these 5 Things you should know before starting uni tips helpful and they can help your first few weeks go as smoothly as possible. What to pack First things first, before you even get to uni you need to pack up your stuff. One of the things I can’t emphasise enough is do not overpack! You won’t need the 8 different hoodies you brought, or the 6 pairs of jeans. I am very guilty of this, especially with shoes, but I promise you mostly ..read more

Moving away from home, becoming independent and exploring beyond the confines of your comfort zone are all important steps in starting your life as a University student. Part of the journey to this newfound independence is financial responsibility. For some students, calculating their weekly expenses is enough to ensure that all their requirements are met, but for most of us this is not the case. Whether it is because of student debt, the need for monetary emancipation, bad spending habits, skillset building, real-world job experience or just because you can’t afford drinks at your favourite ..read more