BSc Professional Practice By University of Stirling — International Public Research University
About the Program
An online top-up degree for health and social care professionals who do not yet hold a degree-level qualification.
Subject Requirements
- Current employment in a health or social care role and an existing sub-degree professional qualification.
Academic requirements
- Completion of a recognised secondary qualification equivalent to Scottish Highers / A Levels. Bangladeshi applicants: HSC or A Levels are not normally sufficient for direct Year 1 entry - the International Study Centre foundation year, or one year of recognised university study, is the standard route.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill
- PTE Academic 60 overall with 59 in each sub-skill
- TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026) 4 overall with no band below 4. Waivers available for recognised English-medium qualifications - check the Stirling English language waiver page.
Additional Requirements
- Applications are free and made directly to the University (postgraduate) or through UCAS (undergraduate). Eligible self-funded international postgraduates are automatically considered for scholarships worth GBP 4,000-7,000
- Stirling alumni receive a fee waiver for the first year of Masters study. Foundation, pre-Masters and pre-sessional English routes are available through the University of Stirling International Study Centre.
Documents Required
- Full academic transcripts and school-leaving certificates (with certified English translation if applicable)
- UCAS personal statement
- one academic reference
- copy of passport photo page
- English language test certificate or waiver evidence
- portfolio, audition or PVG/occupational health clearance where the course requires it.
Application FeeNot applicable
Other FeesAdditional costs may apply for field trips, placements, resits and extended registration. Fee shown is the published band rate - confirm the exact figure on the course page before quoting.
Tuition Fee (one-time)—
Cost of living per year—
Duration24-36 months part-time (online)
Level of EducationUndergraduate
Destination CountryUnited Kingdom
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Starting DateSubmission Deadlines
(Onshore / Offshore)
(Onshore / Offshore)
September 2026, January 2027 · Open— / —
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