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.
Welcome to the Faculty of Natural Sciences
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 2021
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.
What our students said
Germany
BSc (Hons) Psychology
Read Papoula's storyStudying 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.
Scotland
BSc (Hons) Computing Science
Read Andrew's storyI will always have fond memories of Stirling as a place with beautiful surroundings, where I completed a degree in something I loved, met lots of new people, and worked with a great team of teaching and support staff.
Our business
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.
News
New research reveals the resilience of Scots pine trees to drought
The effect of extreme drought on Scots pine trees has been examined as part of a University of Stirling study, which could have implications for climate change efforts across the world.
Bees versus flies – which flex their muscles most?
New research by experts at the University of Stirling has debunked existing assumptions about why hoverflies use different techniques for pollination than those used by bees.