Postgraduate research in
natural sciences
At the Faculty of Natural Sciences, we’re internationally renowned for our research exploring the relationship between human behaviour, technology and the environment.
We offer Phds supervised by experienced and expert staff in all of our subject areas. We're proud of the key contributions made by research students to our achievements.
We explore the complex and challenging interrelationships between human behaviours; technologies; and biological, environmental and aquatic systems. From fighting world hunger to preserving bees, our interdisciplinary research makes a positive difference to society and has a real impact on shaping government policy.
Study here and you’ll join a friendly postgraduate natural science community at the University of Stirling, where teaching, employability, research, internationalisation, facilities and inclusiveness are all five-star rated (QS Stars University Ratings 2021).
Current PhD opportunities
You can find out more about PhD opportunities in Computing Science and Mathematics and Biological and Environmental Sciences or you can look at our listing below.
How to apply for a research degree
We offer Phd or MPhil supervision in any of the areas covered by the Faculty's divisions. If you want to take a PhD or MPhil with us, please read our guide on how to apply.
100% of our Psychology impact case studies
received the highest possible rating of ‘World-leading’
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014
95% of our Computing Science and Mathematics research
was graded as Internationally Excellent’ or ‘World-leading’
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014
88% of the Institute of Aquaculture's research
was graded as 'Internationally Recognised'.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014