Do you want to understand better how society works? Are you keen to know more about the purpose, processes and outcomes of social welfare, both here and abroad? Why and how do people break the law? How can the criminal justice system define this and how do we police, prosecute and punish people? Our courses look at the nature of social change, social differentiation, the construction and definition of social problems and the maintenance of social order as well as broader questions of process and policy. And we offer an international and comparative approach covering topics that analyse...

French at Stirling is focused on high quality research-led teaching of the language and cultures of the contemporary French-speaking world. Our courses give students an in-depth understanding of language, society and thought across historical and geographical contexts, as well as an opportunity to spend time abroad at a range of exciting partner institutions. Our graduates are dynamic, motivated and flexible. They bring their high-level skills in written and oral communication, translation and intercultural awareness to a wide range of professional contexts. As Language students you will be taught by tutors and lecturers who specialise in the complexities of cultures in...

The Jazz department, led by Professor Tommy Smith OBE, internationally renowned saxophonist and major force in European jazz, is vibrant and energetic, and continues to produce successful musicians and new voices within the UK jazz scene.

Studying Jazz at the Royal Conservatoire offers a high level of training aimed at cultivating your development as a creative and versatile jazz performer. The BMus programme explores jazz in the broadest possible terms, and provide the opportunity to play, perform, compose and record in many different jazz styles and settings.

The BMus in Jazz is a specialist...

Security Guard Top-Up TrainingThis top-up qualification is designed for learners who currently hold an SIA licence to work as a security officer. It is an upskilling course and from 1st October 2021, it has become a mandatory requirement. The course covers ways to recognise terrorism as well as minimising personal risk for security officers.WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?This qualification consists of the following units:Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in The Private Security IndustryPrinciples of Minimising Personal Risk for Security Officers in the Private Security IndustryDURATION AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTSIt is essential that security officers are able to communicate clearly and effectively....

Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders - RefresherThis qualification is for those involved in the sale of alcohol in both on-sales and off-sales environments. It has been developed to make sure that licence holders comply with current alcohol legislation in Scotland. These standards are necessary because of changes in the law which makes them part of the licensed trade’s responsibility – i.e. a regulatory requirement – to help keep Scotland safer and healthier. The key areas are: • Introduction to licensing • Responsible operation of licensed premises • The effect of alcohol consumption on customers and your business Learners will...

This course will provide you with the required knowledge to build and troubleshoot computer systems and computer networks.This course will allow students to study many of the skills that are in demand for many different types of career in an IT Technical Support Role. The course provides a comprehensive range of knowledge and practical skills in providing technical expertise in PC maintenance, networking, installing Microsoft Windows, desktop support, and server support. In specialist labs learners will have the opportunity to build PCs, study the Microsoft Windows operating systems, and build networks within a virtualised environment providing hands on experience and...

This course will help you to develop a range of specialist software development skills to prepare you for a career in this fast-paced and changeable industry.Software is everywhere! More and more devices are controlled by software and the industry is constantly evolving as we continue to move towards an era where computers and software dominate our lives. You will learn programming languages that will prepare you for a career in this ever changing industry, as you focus on Human Computer Interaction and making your programmes and software more user friendly. Smart home devices such as the Amazon Alexa, Google Home...

Providing you with an in-depth introduction to using key computing software.The European Computer Driving Licence has recently rebranded and is known as the International Certification of Digital Literacy – ICDL for short. It is the internationally recognised qualification for computer users, and is widely recognised by employers as proof of ability and competence when working with IT. This course introduces you to core IT user skills and applications used in many businesses around the world. Please note that ICDL has been split into two separate levels, ICDL Essentials and ICDL Core, to make it more achievable. The qualification is designed...

Develop key skills essential for progressing to employment in the wide-ranging maritime sector.The maritime sector includes commercial sea fishing, the Royal Navy, the Merchant Navy, Maritime Search and Rescue, marine leisure, ports and harbours. This course will allow candidates to start to develop the general and practical skills, and the knowledge and understanding, needed to work in the maritime sector. On successful completion of the course you will have gained a recognised SQA qualification, and will be in a strong position for progressing towards further maritime training or employment after leaving school. Throughout the course you will develop a range...

The HND Accounting has been designed to meet the demands and requirements of the Accounting Industry. 
Opportunities are provided to develop your skills, knowledge and understanding in preparation for employment, or for progression to higher education.
The course focuses on technical skills and you'll learn to process accounting information for a variety of organisations including Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies.  You will also learn how to handle both Financial and Management Accounting scenarios and prepare written reports to communicate the outcomes.  In addition, training is included in popular accounting software such as SAGE Accounts and SAGE Payroll.  The course also...