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Are You Ready to Discover Scotland? INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL 2018 ARE YOU READY TO DISCOVER SCOTLAND? stir.ac.uk 1 The University of Stirling is an 2018 is Scotland’s ‘Year of Young international university with a global People’, which celebrates young people reputation for excellence in teaching locally, nationally and globally. There’s in a research-led environment. no better place to get involved in that celebration than spending your summer Situated beneath the stunning Ochil Hills, at the University of Stirling. our 330-acre campus is simply breathtaking. It boasts a beautiful lake (loch), as well as the Every year, Scotland welcomes more than 18th century Airthrey Castle. 50,000 international students from more than 180 countries, attracted by its vibrant You’ll find it very easy to get around campus, cultural scene and academic excellence. with all the facilities (accommodation, teaching, social and sports centres) no more Our International Summer School (ISS) than a ten-minute walk apart. allows students to enjoy all that the University of Stirling and Scotland have to offer, while As a student, you’ll be able to enjoy our gaining credits towards your degree. world-class sports facilities, including the National Tennis Centre, the MP Jackson Fitness You will discover Scotland’s rich history, Centre and the National Swimming Academy. dramatic landscapes and cosmopolitan cities as part of our comprehensive programme of day trips, social activities and module excursions. Students will experience Scotland’s warm and welcoming culture while meeting new friends from around the world. We encourage international students to take part in the International Summer School (ISS), and look forward to welcoming you during the summer of 2018. Maria Cid Castilla Internationalisation Manager QS EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR 1ST TEACHING IN THE UK AND EMPLOYABILITY SCOTLAND INTERNATIONALISATION FOR CAMPUS FACILITIES WELCOME ENVIRONMENT QS World University Rankings 2016/17 International Student 2 Barometer 2016 stir.ac.uk/iss 3 With our beautiful campus as your base, choosing Stirling means immersing yourself in the unique sights and sounds of one of the world's most vibrant and inspiring countries. #SCOTLANDWELCOMESTHEWORLD EDUCATION BEAUTY SPORT FOOD AND DRINK Scotland has more world-class universities Scotland is, quite simply, beautiful. The Scots invented golf and cycling, Scotland is renowned for its unique per head of population than anywhere Mountains, lochs, beaches, islands and and have had a major impact on the cuisine and internationally acclaimed else in the world. Scottish universities are castles offer wonderful opportunities development of rugby, hockey, football whisky. The country boasts an incredible renowned throughout the world for their for cycling, climbing, walking, skiing, and curling. The country celebrated its culinary tradition with no fewer than innovative thinking, research excellence swimming or simply having the space to biggest ever medal haul in the modern 13 Michelin-star restaurants. No Scottish and cutting-edge teaching. Our universities sit and think. Our towns and cities all have era at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, experience is complete without a hearty offer unrivalled quality and choice, and their own character, and Stirling’s central with University of Stirling athletes bringing serving of haggis, neeps and tatties. DISCOVER also maintain some of the highest rates of location means you’re never far from a home three silver medals. Meanwhile, some of the globe’s top whisky graduate employment in the UK. new adventure. And travelling to the rest distilleries are dotted throughout the of the UK and Europe is easy, with countryside surrounding Stirling and the convenient and affordable transport links. neighbouring Highlands. If you’re into food and drink, Scotland has plenty to offer. SCOTLAND 4 stir.ac.uk/iss 5 20% YOUR OF THE POPULATION IN STIRLING IS AGED BETWEEN 16 AND 29 YEARS STIRLING National Records of Scotland 2016 The vibrant city of Stirling offers students a unique blend of Scottish history and contemporary culture. Almost 100,000 people from all over the world call Stirling home – and the city’s friendly atmosphere and rich variety of shops, bars, restaurants and things to do make it a fantastic place to spend your summer. PUB AND GRUB SOAK UP THE CULTURE SHOPPING IN STYLE GET CONNECTED Stirling is home to the award-winning Stirling Castle and The Albert Halls Stirling has everything you could hope Stirling’s central location means getting TinPot microbrewery, and is just a few regularly attract some of music’s biggest for in a shopping destination. The city’s across Scotland couldn’t be easier. Glasgow minutes’ walk from campus. Craft beer names, while hidden gem The Tolbooth historic Victorian arcade, bustling high and Edinburgh are both within easy reach revolutionaries BrewDog also recently set provides the best of Scotland’s underground street and Thistles Shopping Centre for a day of shopping or a night out. up shop in Stirling – while student-friendly folk scene. The city is home to a multiplex offer big-name brands and quirky pop-up With around 130 gigs a week in Glasgow, eateries like Nando’s, Domino’s and Subway cinema, while on campus the Macrobert shops alike. and the world’s biggest arts festival in are sprinkled throughout the city centre. Arts Centre showcases the best in arthouse Edinburgh, you’re not going to want to and mainstream cinema. miss out on either city. 6 stir.ac.uk/iss 7 1ST IN SCOTLAND FOR TEACHERS, LECTURERS AND FEEDBACK International Student Barometer 2016 THE INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL The University of Stirling welcomes The International Summer School offers students from all around the world the unique opportunity to undertake an IN SCOTLAND to take part in our International internship and gain valuable international FOR WELCOMING Summer School. work experience. 1ST “What attracted me the most were “I love Scotland, it has a very INTERNATIONAL the interesting modules and the strong culture and the people are Our dynamic programme will allow you The ISS is run by a dedicated team to experience student life at the University, within the University that will ensure STUDENTS day trips offered. I got the chance really welcoming. The University International Student Barometer 2016 while gaining credits towards your course you enjoy a rewarding, once in a lifetime to meet people from all over the campus is beautiful and the at your home institution. experience through your education, world and I am so glad I stayed lecturers are highly qualified. social and cultural programme. for two blocks!” It’s a great place to study.” Lecturers and tutors at Stirling are experts and leaders in their field. I AM STIRLING Reina McKenzie Sebastián Alberto Martinez Chicago, USA Carazo, Nicaragua 8 stir.ac.uk/iss 9 WALLACE MONUMENT AIRTHREY GOLF COURSE Climb 246 steps to reach Less than a five-minute the top of our famous walk from student UNIVERSITY OF landmark, built to accommodation, our STIRLING INNOVATION commemorate Scots hero, nine-hole golf course is Sir William Wallace. right on your doorstep. PARK Home to cutting-edge research and development companies. ANDREW MILLER AIRTHREY CASTLE BUILDING Our 18th century castle This is the heart of of the looks over the University University, made up of the STIRLING COURT HOTEL golf course and back atrium, library, Students’ Union One of only two venues pitches. and the Macrobert Arts Centre. COTTRELL BUILDING in Scotland awarded the Built in memory of our Conference Centre of first Principal, the Cottrell Excellence Award. Building is a hub for students and staff alike. SPITTAL HILL Our University AIRTHREY LOCH accommodation, Our very own loch. Home Spittal Hill, offers 23 to our water sports teams, attractive Scandinavian-style along with our resident NATIONAL SWIMMING NATIONAL TENNIS timber chalets. swans. ACADEMY CENTRE Home to our Rio Olympians, Tennis superstars Andy STUDENT who practise more than Murray and Gordon Reid ACCOMMODATION 35 hours per week in our famously honed their skills Home to our students, Olympic-sized pool. on our courts. with over 2,500 bedrooms across 20 residences on and off campus. PATHFOOT BUILDING Where the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport are based. It also hosts a permanent art collection with temporary exhibitions on display. OUR CAMPUS 10 stir.ac.uk/iss 11 BLOCK 1 : 9 9 JUNE - 7 JULY 2018 BLOCK 2: 7 7 JULY - 4 AUGUST 2018 MODULES AVAILABLE Our experienced teaching staff is dedicated to your success, and our course modules (classes) have been tailored to help you get the most out of your studies in Scotland. The modules incorporate a distinctive Scottish flavour, while also allowing for critical thinking of international themes. BLOCK 1: BLOCK 2: 9 JUNE - 7 JULY 2018 7 JULY - 4 AUGUST 2018 Brief Encounters: An Introduction Internship for International Summer School to Writing Short Stories (ISSU9BE) (ISSU9IN) Education and Learning: A Scottish Crime and Justice in Scotland: The Criminal Perspective (ISSU9EL) in Scottish Society (ISSU9CJ) Marketing and Branding Scotland Green Politics: Theory and Practice MODULES (ISSU9BS) (ISSU9GP) The modules (classes) are offered Each module is accredited by the Scottish over two four-week blocks, so you Credit Qualification Framework (SCQF), Photographing the Urban (ISSU9PU) International Relations (ISSU9IR) can choose to study for four weeks and is granted at 10 SCQF credits each. The Psychology of Art Monsters and Vampires: The Impact of or the
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