A Study Abroad Experience Stirling, Scotland
Coursework offered in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Applied Science, Cultural Studies, Dietetics, Engineering Technology, Management, Psychology, and General Education
Program Cost (per semester): $8,253
Fall Dates: September – December
Spring Dates: February – May
Deadline for Fall: February 15
Deadline for Spring: October 1
Number of Positions: 15-20
Updated: October 23, 2008
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Program Description
The University of Stirling is ranked amongst Scotland’s best universities for teaching and research. Stirling’s campus is located on 310 acres of stunning countryside. The campus-based University of Stirling was founded by Royal Charter in 1967 on the historic Airthrey Estate, close to Bridge of Allan and two miles from the Royal Burgh of Stirling. The University's location and history provide some clue that Stirling is a bit different from other UK universities. Many prospective students and parents comment on the friendly atmosphere when they visit the University. As a medium-sized, campus-based University, with many students living on-site, Stirling has a strong community feel and has been ranked among the top ten Universities in the Times Higher Education Supplement Award for the UK's Best Student Experience 2006. The majority of study bedrooms are networked, and you can easily connect your PC to the University's high-speed network where you can access all the University services. Visit the university website at http://www.external.stir.ac.uk/.
Additionally, the University is a great place for sports. It has a comprehensive collection of sports facilities on a beautiful parkland campus. The quality of the environment is second-to-none. Moreover, it offers lots of classes to meet your sports and fitness requirements. There is a really vibrant atmosphere in and around the sports facilities.
Stirling, Scotland
Busy, confident and fun, Stirling is one of the most attractive places to live in the UK, capturing the historic and contemporary in a unique atmosphere. The City of Stirling lies just where lowland and highland Scotland meet and is only 10 minutes from campus by bus. It has associations with two of Scotland’s historic heroes, William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, as well as an impressive medieval castle. As a bonus, on the city’s doorstep you can find tranquility and solitude in Scotland’s unspoiled mountains, lochs and shores or a wide range of outdoor pursuits, such as walking, canoeing, mountain biking and sailing.
Stirling has a thriving city center and a population of around 40,000. Stirling is big enough to offer the full ‘city experience’ of shopping, café culture, performing arts and nightlife, yet is still compact enough to retain a warm community feel, making it a home away from home. Stirling is well connected to the UK road and rail networks and is only 45 minutes from both Edinburgh and Glasgow. The cost of living in Stirling is also consistently lower than that of other central belt cities like Edinburgh or Glasgow.
Courses
Students take 3 course modules per semester in any of the following disciplines: General Education, Business, Retail Marketing, Psychology, Art and Applied Math, equaling 12 Stout credits. For a listing of courses, please visit the Aberdeen course listing at http://www.external.stir.ac.uk/undergrad/course_info/courses_ug/course_list.php.
Estimated Costs
Students will pay a program fee to UW-Stout to cover the cost of tuition, health insurance, student activity fees and laptop fees. All other expenses, including housing and personal expenses are paid directly by students. Eligible students can use their financial aid to help pay these expenses. Costs are subject to change and can vary due to exchange rates, host institution increases, travel to, from and within the host country, and personal spending habits. Stirling has the lowest cost of living out of all UK universities.
Fall or Spring Term:
Estimated Program Cost: $8,253
Estimated Housing Costs: $2,720
Estimated Personal Expenses: $3,870
Total Estimated Costs: $14,843
For further breakdown of all estimated costs, please contact the Office of International Education (below).
Eligibility
This study abroad program is open to students in any program who can use the courses at University of Stirling to meet degree requirements at Stout. Students must be at least a sophomore and must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher to participate. Students with a GPA of 2.8 or higher will be considered at length. Applicants will also need the approval of their program director and two letters of reference from different faculty members.
Housing and Meals
Students live in residence halls on campus or in university-managed apartments near campus. Students generally have private bedrooms but share the bathroom, kitchen and lounge with four to six other students. Accommodation available to first year students includes Andrew Stewart Hall, A K Davidson Hall, Murray Hall, Geddes Court, Alexander Court and Muirhead House. If on campus accommodation is full, there is suitable alternative accommodation. Halls of Residence have 24 hour concierge services on site and flats have access to 24 hour concierge services located nearby. For more information about student housing, visit http://www.studentaccommodation.stir.ac.uk/undergraduate/index.php.
Students prepare most meals at their accommodation, but the University's Catering Department offers superb value Meals Packages enabling students to budget effectively for their catering needs, on either a 'full board' of 'half board' basis. Read more about catering options on the Catering website at www.catering.stir.ac.uk.
Passport/Visa
Students make their own travel arrangements to Scotland. When making travel arrangements, book a direct flight to either the Edinburgh or Glasgow Airport. If you fly to the London airports, there are very regular shuttle flights to both Glasgow and Edinburgh from London. Students will need to have a passport and Entry Clearance (visa) to study in Scotland. The cost for Entry Clearance is $200; The Office of International Education can provide more information on applying for this visa.
Students should also consider traveling around the area before or after the semester of study.
Application Procedures
Please make an appointment with the Office of International Education (OIE), 400 Bowman Hall, to review and receive the application materials. Completed forms are returned to OIE. A $100 nonrefundable application fee is paid to the Student Business Services Office located in the Administration Building at time of application. Once accepted by UW-Stout, a $200 nonrefundable service fee will be required to hold a place in the program.
For detailed instructions on the application process, please see how to apply.
For More Information
- Please contact OIE for an appointment
to discuss your Study Abroad options
and receive application materials.
715/232-2132, E-mail: globaled@uwstout.edu