International students - South Asia

We usually require school leavers from Bangladesh to complete a Foundation Year for entry to undergraduate study. Find out more about the University of Stirling's pathway programmes.

We also accept applications from students who have completed one year of relevant university study.

We accept applications from graduates of Bangladeshi Higher Education Institutes recognised by UK ENIC (formerly UK NARIC). Applicants must have either:

• A 4-year Bachelor’s degree 60% or GPA of 2.7/4, or
• A Masters degree in addition to a 3-year Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% or GPA of 2.7/4

Pathway programmes

If you don’t meet our academic or English-language requirements, the University of Stirling International Study Centre offers pathway programmes that could help you progress to a range of undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Find out more about pathway programmes.

Direct Entry to 1st Year:

Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 65% and above from the following state boards:

• CBSE
• ISC/ICSE
• Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)

Students from other state boards will require Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75%.

Advanced Entry to 2nd Year:

Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75% and above from the following state boards:

• CBSE
• ISC/ICSE
• Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)

Advanced entry is possible on a range of courses. Student applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

50% from Tier 1 College/University (namely University of Mumbai, University of Calcutta, University of Delhi) or 55% from a Tier 2 College/University.

Pathway programmes

If you don’t meet our academic or English-language requirements, the University of Stirling International Study Centre offers pathway programmes that could help you progress to a range of undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Find out more about pathway programmes.

Completion of HSC Year 12, with a minimum of 75%.

Minimum of 70% in a 4-year Bachelor's degree.

Pathway programmes

If you don’t meet our academic or English-language requirements, the University of Stirling International Study Centre offers pathway programmes that could help you progress to a range of undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Find out more about pathway programmes.

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)/Intermediate, with an overall minimum of 75%. Applicants must have a minimum score of 75% in any essential subject that is required for the course.

We also accept applications from students who have completed one year of relevant university study.

We accept the following qualifications:

• 4-year Bachelor’s degree GPA of 2.6/4.0 or 60%;
• 3-year Bachelor’s degree plus a 2-year Master’s degree with a GPA of 2.6/4.0 or 60% (in both Bachelor's and Masters);
• 2-year Bachelor’s degree plus a 2-year Master’s degree with a GPA of 2.6/4.0 or 60% (in both Bachelor's and Masters).

Pathway programmes

If you don’t meet our academic or English-language requirements, the University of Stirling International Study Centre offers pathway programmes that could help you progress to a range of undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Find out more about pathway programmes.

Pakistan specific English Language requirements

Undergraduate: Students must take a Secure English Language Test (SELT) to meet English Language requirements.  SELTs are detailed on our English language requirements page.

Postgraduate: Students must take a Secure English Language Test (SELT) to meet English Language requirements.  SELTs are detailed on our English language requirements page.

BBC at A-level for entry to most undergraduate courses. Some courses may also stipulate subject specific entry criteria.

Minimum of B or 3.0/4 or Lower Second in Bachelor's Special or Professional degree.

Pathway programmes

If you don’t meet our academic or English-language requirements, the University of Stirling International Study Centre offers pathway programmes that could help you progress to a range of undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Find out more about pathway programmes.