INSTITUTE OF
AQUACULTURE
The Institute of Aquaculture is an international centre in aquaculture and the largest of its kind in the world.
We lead the world in our vision to tackle global problems of food security, hunger and sustainability through aquaculture, recognised through our recent award of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize.
We have an international reputation for our teaching, world-class research, technological innovation and consultancy in aquaculture.
Find out more about aquaculture and our work.
National Aquaculture Technology and Innovation Hub
Our new pioneering innovation hub will drive the UK’s ambitions to become a world leader in modern aquaculture practice.
Our degree courses
Our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees will teach you everything you need to know for your career in aquaculture and marine biology.
Our research
Our world-class, cross-disciplinary researchers are at the forefront of aquaculture and marine biology.
Our business and consultancy
Our research and business hub offers consultancy and expertise in developing new technology and practice in aquaculture.
Queen’s Anniversary Prize
The University of Stirling’s world-leading Institute of Aquaculture has received the UK’s most prestigious academic honour – the Queen’s Anniversary Prize.
Top 5 in the UK
for Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014
80% of our research activity is rated
'World-leading' or 'Internationally Excellent'.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014
