University of Stirling, Education and Social Sciences Postgraduate Diplomas

Designed for those who are already qualified in social work or an allied profession, our Applied Professional Studies course enables you to undertake additional, part-time professional study. Read more

This Masters course provides you with the skills and knowledge you need to carry out robust social research and evaluation. You’ll learn how to collect, analyse and report qualitative and quantitative data, taking account of ethics, reliability and validity. Read more

This course provides you with expert training in the latest methods and approaches used in criminological research. We're ranked 1st in Scotland and Top 5 in the UK for Criminology (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023). Read more

Our MSc Criminology course establishes clear connections between conceptual theories of crime and justice, and applied examples of how they affect contemporary societies. Read more

With the number of people living with dementia across the world expected to double in the next 20 years, this innovative e-learning course has been developed to provide you with an in-depth, research-based knowledge of dementia and approaches to supporting people with dementia. Read more

There is an increasing global demand for nations, organisations and communities to increase their resilience to potential crises and disasters. Read more

Our Masters in Educational Leadership is a practice-based course for aspiring and early-career school leaders. The Into Headship and In Headship routes… Read more

This innovative Masters course, recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), prepares you for a career in educational research, whether you plan to go on to a doctorate or take your research in other directions. Read more

Our postgraduate degree in Management and English Language Teaching is for current and prospective English language teachers who see themselves as potential managers of language teaching departments or schools. Read more

According to the WHO, between 2015 and 2050 the proportion of the world's population over 60 years will nearly double from 12% to 22%. Read more

Aimed at those already working in the housing sector, our Housing Studies course will help you develop your career further. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Housing, the course covers all aspects of housing services. Read more

This MSc/PgDip Housing Studies (with internship) course fully integrates all of the academic and practice components of the professional qualification of the Chartered Institute of Housing. Read more

This Masters in Professional Education and Leadership is designed to impact directly on professional practices and learners’ learning experiences (such as school pupils, students and colleagues) and thus improve educational outcomes. Read more

Social statistics and social research provide policymakers, academics and others with valuable insights into the behaviour of people. Read more

This is an integrated academic and professional course which develops the intellectual and practical skills necessary for professional practice as a social worker. Read more