Thinking back to my first year there are lots of things that I wish I had known before! So that’s what I’m going to be sharing with you today, hopefully you find these 5 Things you should know before starting uni tips helpful and they can help your first few weeks go as smoothly as
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Do you want to learn more about postgraduate study at the University of Stirling? We’d love to show you around. Register for our next on-campus Open Day on Wednesday 29 March, 2023, 2:00pm – 5:00pm. With more and more universities and colleges to choose from, attending an Open Day will give you a fantastic opportunity to
What is Chinese New Year? Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year, takes places on 1st February 2022 and is the most important event in the Chinese calendar. Not sure what it’s all about? Our Student Ambassadors James and Yuanling explain: Year of the Tiger 2022 is the Year of the Tiger –
We’re proud to call Stirling our home! With a population of almost 100,000, the bustling city of Stirling provides a great community for city life. Third-year BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology student Emily Snowling shares what she thought of Stirling before she came here, her first impressions of the city, and finally, what it’s like
Let’s not kid ourselves, here: Scotland is an incredibly wet place. But we’re not just talking about dreich rainy days. Our stunning little country is home to more than 31,000 freshwater lochs. We’ve also got 11 major rivers, dozens of tributaries and over 150 waterfalls. Toss in a whopping 6,160 miles of gorgeous coastline, and you’re starting to get the
Scotland has so much to offer — and believe it or not, you can find the best of every Scottish experience right here in Stirling. In this blog, University of Stirling student ambassador Achilleas, explains why Stirling is like its own miniature Scotland. If you had to name a country famous for its scenic landscapes,
Beginning life as a first-year student can feel daunting but I can assure you it will be one of the most exciting times of your lives. There are a million guides on the internet titled “A guide to being a fresher” detailing skills ranging from having the next 3-4 years of your life planned to
Nyssa Langlois is currently completing an MLitt in Publishing Studies at the University of Stirling. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in the United States, and spends her free time exploring Scotland on foot. For many, picnics bring to mind an idyllic environment — a checked blanket on a grassy
