History Clearing courses

Clearing is now closed for 2024. Take a look at our undergraduate courses for 2025 entry.

If you really want to understand the modern world, it's essential to unlock the patterns of the past.

At the University of Stirling, we take an innovative approach to guiding you through the major events and periods that have shaped us all. Our history degrees will equip you with a wide range of intellectual and personal skills while learning how different societies across the world have changed over time. 

  • We are ranked Top 5 in Scotland for History (Complete University Guide 2025).

Find your History place at the University of Stirling

Why Stirling?

Study in the heart of Scotland

Stirling combines the charm of a historic destination with the friendly buzz of a young population. It's a short train ride away from both Glasgow and Edinburgh, and is a gateway to the Scottish Highlands.

Scholarships available

Every year we offer substantial scholarship and funding options to help you achieve your potential.

If you have the ambition and drive to study at the University of Stirling, search for a scholarship to help finance your course.

Accommodation to call home

We’ve got you covered for accommodation.

Our range of secure and affordable accommodation includes over 2,800 rooms right on our beautiful campus, as well as easy-to-reach off-campus residences.

Lucy's Clearing experience

Lucy came to our pop-up in Belfast and secured a place on our BA (Hons) Human Resource Management course through Clearing. She shares her experience of using Clearing and why she chose to study at Stirling.

Hear from other students talking about their experiences through Clearing at the University of Stirling.

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1st in the UK for campus environment

International Student Barometer (Wave 2 2022)

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Top 30 in the UK for student satisfaction*

National Student Survey 2022

* NSS rankings are based on institutions included in the Guardian University Guide 2022.

Questions about Clearing?

Get in touch and talk to our admissions team about Clearing.