The University of Stirling is a public university in Stirling, Scotland, founded by royal charter in 1967.The University of Strathclyde is a public research university located in Glasgow, Scotland.
| University of Stirling | University of Strathclyde | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.2 Out of 10 | 4.4 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 401 Times Higher Education 2024 # 431 QS World University 2024 # 351 Times Higher Education 2023 | # 276 QS World University 2024 # 301 Times Higher Education 2024 # 325 QS World University 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 351 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2023 # 753 for Medicine by US News 2022 # 351 for Law by Times Higher Education 2023 | # 201 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 451 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 176 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -52 PG Programs -53 | UG Programs -193 PG Programs -140 Doctorate Programs -15 |
| Acceptance Rate | 20.0 % | 42.0 % |
| Exam Score | IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 54 SAT - 1250 TOEFL - 80 | IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 57 TOEFL - 80 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 15763.0 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 26103 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 3458 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 17938.4 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 23682.3 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 8900 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Masters in Finance: $88,000 Master (Other): $76,000 Masters in Science: $73,000 Doctorate: $69,000 Bachelor of Arts: $49,000 Bachelor of Science: $48,000 | Graduate Employability rankings: #201-250. |
| application requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit English language proficiency scores Check program specific requirements | UG applications are invited through UCAS and PG applications are invited through the university PG application portal. |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.6/10 Read 2 reviews | 6.5/10 Read 5 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Stirling | University of Strathclyde |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1967 | 1796 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 16:1 | 19:1 |
| Male:Female | 38% Male, 62% Female | 50% Male, 50% Female |
| Location Facts | The university campus is set within 330 acres (1.3 km2) of grounds beneath the Ochil Hills, 2 miles (3.2 km) from the centre of Stirling, close to the town of Bridge of Allan. | Situated on the John Anderson campus, University of Strathclyde is located close to the city center. The campus is surrounded by high-street stores, second-hand shops, museums, theatres, clubs, and restaurants for every cuisine. Glasgow Cathedral and People’s Palace are just 10 mins away from the university. |
| Library | The Library holds over 500,000 volumes and over 9,000 journals. Home to the archives of both the novelist Patrick McGrath and filmmaker Norman McLaren, the Library reopened in August 2010 after a major refurbishment programme. | 1 million print volumes and over 100 of thousands of journals, ebooks and databases. The library is open 24 hours a day during exams. It as 2000 reader places and 614 computer places |
| Campus Life | The University of Stirling student accommodation can cater for almost 3,000 students in over 20 properties located on and off campus. The university has a comprehensive range of sports facilities including a 9-hole Airthrey Golf Course and a 50-metre swimming pool. The sports centre also holds the Gannochy National Tennis Centre, badminton and squash courts, a fitness centre, strength and conditioning centre, sports halls and all-weather playing fields available for students, university staff and the public. The University of Stirling Students' Union is based in the university's Robbins Centre Students' Union on campus and is affiliated to the National Union of Students. The union provides students with entertainment, welfare and information services and represents students interests to a range of organisations, including the university. The Sports Union supports 53 sports clubs. The university has student-run media services. | It offers over 206 clubs and societies to choose from along with 53 of wellness, fitness, gym, and performance support activities. The university has Scotland’s largest student union. It has a student media center, a variety of restaurants and shops on-campus, and an international student society. |
| Hostel | #Room with WiFi - $3458 | #Rooms - $8900 |
| Famous Alumni | Iain Banks, author Dario Floreano, Italian scientist | Henry Faulds (Scientist), Ed Byrne (Comedian), John Logie Baird (Inventor), David Livingstone (Physician), Jim McDonald (electrical engg/Principal University of Strathclyde), Tommy Sheridan (Politician), Annabel Goldie (MP in UK), Hellen Liddell (MP in UK), Amar Latif (TV presenter), Arthur Von Hoff (Computer scientist), etc. |
| City Life | Also known as the 'Gateway to the Highlands', Stirling is the perfect place to study. It combines the charm of a historic city with the buzz of a young community. 20% of Stirling's 100,000 people are between 16 and 29 years old (National Records of Scotland 2016). And two of Scotland's main cities - Edinburgh and Glasgow - are around 50 minutes away, perfect for fun weekend adventures. There is a lot to do in Stirling if you're interested in sports. Within the city, you will find an ice skating rink, a climbing wall, a swimming pool and a fitness and dance studio at The Peak indoor sports complex. For outdoor sports, visit Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park for watersports, cycling and hiking adventures surrounded by beautiful scenery. Scotland is famous for its excellent food, and Stirling showcases some of the best local produce that it has to offer. You will find food from all around the world, such as Scottish, British, French, Italian, Indian, Mediterranean and Asian cuisine. There are plenty of options for special diets too, including halal, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free. | The city of Glasgow offers botanic gardens, live music, museums, parks, theatres, and a lot more to explore. It is also considered as a shoppers paradise offering high-end brands to vintage wares. Finneiston neighborhood is the city’s food quarter catering to every foodie’s need and demand. It is UK’s first UNESCO city of music and offers a buzzing nightlife with pubs, bars, and ballroom. The unemployment rate is around 5,7%. |
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