The University of Stirling
Total, Scotland
How much do University of Stirling graduates earn by subject?
University of Stirling graduates earn a median salary of £29,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £39,400, while Media, journalism and communications graduates earn £24,100.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £30,000 | £30,500 | £40,500 |
| Education and teaching | £23,500 | £22,500 | £27,000 |
| Business and management | £26,000 | £25,500 | £32,500 |
| Mathematical sciences | - | £23,500 | £34,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £32,000 | £32,000 | £35,000 |
| Biosciences | £25,500 | £22,500 | £28,500 |
| Politics | - | £23,500 | £34,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | £23,500 | £19,500 | £23,000 |
| Psychology | £24,500 | £21,000 | £26,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Stirling?
In 2024, University of Stirling received 30,695 applications and accepted 5,225 students, giving an acceptance rate of 17.0%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Stirling?
86% of University of Stirling graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 18 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,100 to £39,400. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 77.8% | £39,400 |
| Health and social care | 100% | £38,700 |
| Education and teaching | 92.4% | £37,600 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 91.6% | £36,000 |
| Law | 97.2% | £34,700 |
| Business and management | 92.1% | £33,900 |
| Mathematical sciences | 97.8% | £33,200 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 88.3% | £30,300 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 89.6% | £29,600 |
| Languages and area studies | 87% | £28,800 |
| Biosciences | 82.9% | £28,100 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 92% | £28,100 |
| Politics | 84.6% | £28,100 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 79.2% | £28,100 |
| History and archaeology | 83.9% | £27,700 |
| English studies | 76.8% | £26,600 |
| Psychology | 86.5% | £26,300 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 83.3% | £24,100 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £39,400
- 2 Health and social care £38,700
- 3 Education and teaching £37,600
- 4 Nursing and midwifery £36,000
- 5 Law £34,700
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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