Studying Sport at University

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Sports Studies

The University of Stirling is designated 'Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence' – in sports education, sports research, competitive sport and sports development. We've attracted top sports teaching and research staff and offer one of the broadest ranges of sports studies programmes in the UK.

Our Sports Studies department teaches undergraduate honours degrees in Sports Studies as well as Sport and Exercise Science and Sports Studies, Professional Education and Physical Education - with the option for students to combine their degree with a choice from twenty other academic subjects.

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Academic Sports Study student recording a runner's treadmill statistics in the Sports Centre

Academic sports facilities at The University of Stirling

Using the Sports Facilities

If sport and fitness at any level interest you, find out more about getting involved. Stirling has gained one of the best reputations for sport of any UK university: great facilities, superb opportunities, a winning support network and over 40 different clubs run by the Sports Union. With such a great heritage and thriving sports community, Stirling is a great place to get started in sport or try out something new. Sports classes suitable for everyone are available for swimming, tennis, golf, trampoline and fitness.