Study to investigate energy challenges in Scottish town
A new study led by the University of Stirling is seeking to understand the everyday energy challenges facing one of Scotland’s most disadvantaged areas.
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Faculty of
Natural Sciences
If you want a career in natural sciences we'll inspire you to be the difference. Our courses are highly-rated for their flexibility, practical training, and student satisfaction. Many are accredited by leading industry bodies.
We pride ourselves not just for our world-class teaching but also for our passion and curiosity about science. Study with us and you'll join a vibrant natural science community with a reputation for exploring new big ideas about technology, the environment, computing and the mind.
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Top 5 in the UK
for Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014
Top 5 in Scotland
Geography and Environmental Studies
The Guardian University Guide 2020
3rd in Scotland and Top 20 in UK
for Psychology
3rd in Scotland and 18th in the UK for Psychology
Top 5 in Scotland for
Computer Science
National Student Survey 2017
Divisions
Aquaculture
We tackle global problems of sustainable food security through innovative teaching and research.
Biology and Environmental Sciences
Study critical questions about biology, people and the environment.
Computing Science and Mathematics
Our accredited degrees offer quality and excellence for your future career.
Psychology
Explore mind and behaviour with our awarded-winning degrees and highly acclaimed research.
Studying at Stirling has been a defining time in my life. I now know what direction I want to take my career, I have made great friendships and built a strong connection to Scotland.
What is most attractive about this course are the multiple opportunities for field modules, the trip to the Cairngorms National Park in autumn, as well as the Tropical Ecology and Conservation field course in Lope National Park in Gabon, Africa module in the Spring semester.
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We provide a number of biological, environmental and scientific consultancy services and specialised business services.
We also provide a psychology children's playgroup and statistics service.
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Research suggests benefits of conservation efforts may not yet be fully visible
The time it takes for species to respond to conservation measures – known as an ‘ecological time lag’ – could be partly masking any real progress that is being made, experts have warned.
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