University of Stirling
Higher EducationScotland, United Kingdom1001-5000 Employees
The University of Stirling is a higher education institution based in Stirling, Scotland. Founded by Royal Charter in 1967, it was the first genuinely new university established in Scotland in more than four centuries. It emphasizes its research and learning agenda and collaborates with partners across academic, public, private and voluntary sectors to address a range of societal challenges, including health and wellbeing, the environment, culture and society, enterprise and the economy, and sport. Students are central to its work, with high-quality programmes and flexible learning options designed to prepare graduates who are sought after by employers. The university supports a growing postgraduate community and hosts a global mix of students, researchers and staff while maintaining ties to Scottish culture and economy. In May 2026 it appointed Steph Bales as Executive Director of Research, Innovation and Business Engagement, reflecting a continued emphasis on research and external collaboration.