Computing Science

University of Stirling

Everyone is so friendly and there is loads of support. The campus is beautiful and makes moving away for university so much easier

The uni has a very welcoming atmosphere. Yhr people are easy to talk and the are numerous resources that can help you Wheathrr it be health, mental, educational and financial. Plus if you don't know what you need there the student hub is a great one stop shop for helping you or pointing you in the right direction. I do believe that there is a small learning curve when it comes to academic support though. I think there should be intro classes at the beginning of each semester tell people not only what they should be if they have common questions but also how they and who that can contact regarding topics of help they may require.

Best aspect of my uni experience is joining a sports club. All the girls on my team are lovely and it has definitely made my uni experience 10x better. Worst aspect is lack of seating areas for students at the main area of the university, there clearly is not enough. Also the lack of parking spaces at the uni and the change from the CO-OP to the NISA, prices went significantly higher for students but because it is the campus’ main shop us students have no other option within the uni.

The best aspects of my experience at the University of Stirling include the engaging lectures and practical sessions, which make learning both interesting and effective. The study areas and library provide a great environment for focusing on coursework, and I really appreciate the interactive activities and festivals that help students connect and relax. The community food initiatives have also been beneficial and supportive, especially for international students like me. However, one of the challenges I face is accommodation. I live quite far from the campus, so I have to walk for an hour each day to attend classes. Although bus services are available, I often walk to save money. It would be helpful if more affordable on-campus or nearby accommodation options were provided for international students. Additionally, offering more scholarships or financial grants would greatly support international students who face financial difficulties.

Stirling it self is a great place to visit and specially University of Stirling is one of the best institutions of United Kingdom as it supports students a lot in every aspect and it has a lot of facilities for extracurricular activities which gives students a chance to show their skills.