University of Stirling
The Campus
The University of Stirling is a fantastic setting in which to study and practice the English language. The University’s wide-open, on-site loch and leafy-green feel provide a wonderful setting; students will never feel enclosed, yet everything is still well-connected. Students benefit from a range of first-class facilities including; large, air-conditioned classrooms; free Wi-Fi access; and some of Scotland’s best sports facilities.
Stirling – one of Scotland’s smaller cities – is best known as the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’. Its historic charm is complimented by its perfect location. With easy access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow (both around 50 minutes away by coach), you have the benefit of Scotland’s main cities nearby, as well as an idyllic setting at the foot of the Highlands.
Accommodation
The accommodation is situated on campus and has a fantastic range of facilities.
The rooms are single bed en-suite and students stay together with shared kitchen and sitting areas. There are also single rooms which share one bathroom between two students in the Townhouses.
There is also a comfortable communal area where students can relax and can make the most of a pool table, a table football table and watch TV. Wi-Fi access and a laundry room are also available to all of our students in their accommodation.
The safety of our students is always very important. Stirling has a 24hr security presence, CCTV and secure access entry systems.
Travel and Transport
The University of Stirling benefits from great local public transport access, with a 10-minute bus service into the city centre. The campus is also only a few minutes walk from the iconic Wallace Monument, which overlooks the campus.
Most excursions on the student activity programme will be by private coach, with a scenic drive through the Trossachs National Park to Loch Katrine a particular highlight, as well as a trip to Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle. A few local visits to Stirling are by public bus.