Now Fergie will be known as... Sir Alex or Dr. Ferguson...
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Stirling work! Even in the summer, Fergie picks up yet another gong
Funny old game: Sir Alex Ferguson enjoys the graduation ceremony at Stirling
Big welcome: Ferguson on stage with university chancellor James Naughtie
Sir Alex Ferguson has been made a doctor of the University of Stirling for his 'outstanding contribution' to sport.
The visit took Manchester United boss Ferguson back to his footballing roots in central Scotland, where he played with Falkirk from 1969 to 1973.
Glasgow-born Ferguson also started his managerial career at nearby East Stirlingshire in 1974.
The university said the award recognised Ferguson's 'great distinction in the field of sport and the general public arena'.
He was presented with his doctorate by the university chancellor, broadcaster James Naughtie.
