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WWW.STIR.AC.UK/POSTGRAD pOSTGRADUATE GUIDE<br />
Postgraduate guide<br />
We <strong>of</strong>fer over 70 taught postgraduate programmes, plus research<br />
opportunities across all disciplines. For information on any <strong>of</strong><br />
these programmes, please get in touch.<br />
TAUGHT (MASTER’S) PROGRAMMES<br />
We <strong>of</strong>fer a broad range <strong>of</strong> stimulating taught postgraduate<br />
degrees, reflecting the diverse interests <strong>of</strong> our staff and<br />
their areas <strong>of</strong> expertise. Most programmes last 12 months,<br />
beginning in mid-September each year. They typically involve<br />
nine months <strong>of</strong> class-based learning, followed by three<br />
months for your research project or dissertation.<br />
Please see the table opposite for a full list.<br />
www.external.stir.ac.uk/departments/ac-dept-list.php<br />
RESEARCH PROGRAMMES<br />
We <strong>of</strong>fer research-based programmes, leading to the<br />
award <strong>of</strong> a PhD or MPhil. We also <strong>of</strong>fer a number <strong>of</strong><br />
Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Doctorates which are research degrees with<br />
a taught component. For information about staff research<br />
interests, activity and publications, please visit the relevant<br />
departmental page <strong>of</strong> our website.<br />
what are the ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?<br />
Normally, a good first (Honours) degree is required. For some<br />
programmes your first degree must be in a related subject<br />
area, however many programmes suit any background.<br />
Work experience may be required for some programmes.<br />
For detailed advice, visit:<br />
www.stir.ac.uk/postgrad<br />
If English is not your native language<br />
You will need to demonstrate a level <strong>of</strong> language pr<strong>of</strong>iciency.<br />
Typically we accept an IELTS score <strong>of</strong> 6.0 – 7.0 (depending on<br />
the programme) with no less than 5.0 in each component.<br />
We also accept TOEFL score <strong>of</strong> 80 IBT (or 550 PBT; 213 CBT).<br />
International Study Centre (ISC)<br />
International students who do not have the entrance<br />
requirements to enter directly on to a <strong>Stirling</strong> postgraduate<br />
programme can opt to study for the Pre-Masters programme<br />
at the International Study Centre on campus. This is a tailormade<br />
two- or three-term programme consisting <strong>of</strong> academic<br />
subjects, study skills and English language training. Once<br />
students have successfully completed the course and have<br />
met entry standards, they will proceed directly to their<br />
preferred Master’s programme. Contact details for the ISC<br />
can be found on page 21.<br />
HOW DO I APPLY?<br />
Please apply direct to the <strong>University</strong> and you can submit an<br />
application up to one year before the programme begins.<br />
You can either submit an application by post, or complete<br />
the online application form at:<br />
www.stir.ac.uk/postgrad<br />
How much does it cost?<br />
Tuition fees are payable for all postgraduate programmes.<br />
Fees are set each year; the level <strong>of</strong> fees varies according to<br />
programme choice and according to your country <strong>of</strong> domicile.<br />
For current information, please visit:<br />
www.stir.ac.uk/postgrad<br />
FUNDING SOURCES<br />
Many programmes have awards, scholarships and bursaries.<br />
www.stir.ac.uk/postgrad/finance<br />
www.saas.gov.uk