Learn English

The University of Stirling offers you four options to help you to improve your English. These range from a long-term, comprehensive programme to a short course for those who only need a little help. You will benefit both academically and culturally.

Undergraduate Certificate
Do you need a lot of help with your English? This 9-month programme will help improve both your English and your academic qualifications, in order to gain acceptance to Stirling.

Pre-Masters Programme

Do you not meet the direct entry requirements for a Masters degree, or want to refresh your knowledge? If so this Pre-Masters course is for you

Preparation for the Certificate in English for University Study
Do you need just one more IELTS band to gain admission to Stirling? This 9-week programme is for students who hold a conditional offer of a place on a Stirling programme but need to improve their IELTS score by 1 band.

Certificate in English for University Study
Do you need only an extra 0.5 of a IELTS band to gain entry to Stirling? This 10-week course will help you achieve that.

Pre-sessional English Course
Have you already met the English Language requirements for entry to Stirling or hold an unconditional offer from us? This 5-week course will enhance your excellent English further and give you insight into English language and study in a University setting.

Choose the programme which best suits your needs or contact: international@stir.ac.uk