Complete one of our Masters science degrees and you’ll leave with more than just a certificate. You’ll gain advanced knowledge to increase your career choices.
We base our postgraduate science at the University of Stirling on a collaborative, research-led approach which consistently earns us five stars for our teaching in the QS World University Rankings.
You’ll belong to an open and friendly postgraduate natural sciences community that welcomes students from all over the world to our beautiful campus.
The Big Data course was very well designed. The range of topics and technologies covered meant that students gained a basic knowledge in a variety of areas which can be further expanded in a future career.
Doctorate | Full-time: 36 months; part-time: 72 months | September/October (TBC) or January
Our experienced health psychologists and placement learning will prepare you to become an independent scientist-practitioner in Health Psychology.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 27 months | October
An intensive Masters course covering the basics of psychology, designed for students who have a degree in another subject but want to convert to Psychology.
Masters / MSc | MSc full-time: 12 months | January
A professional training programme suitable for people who want to work in a modern and demanding NHS role as a Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology.
PhD | Doctorate full-time: 36 months, Doctorate part-time: 72 months | October
The first industrial doctorate of its kind will equip you with interdisciplinary research and practical skills for a job in data science or data analytics.
Masters / MSc | MSc full-time: 12 months | October or January
Our MSc Artificial Intelligence will give you the skills, knowledge and insights to join the global community of AI workers working in research, business or public life.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
Our course is the ideal preparation for a research career, helping you progress to a PhD in evolutionary psychology, comparative cognition or animal behaviour.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
Become part of a vibrant research community as you study the key methods for face research and put your learning into practice during a placement.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
The MSc combines Mathematics with technology from Big Data and analytics, giving you a practical application in financial, business and medical systems, as well as the tools for studying data networks.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October or January
Big Data skills are in high demand. Gain skills in big data technology, advanced analytics and industrial and scientific applications on our advanced Masters course.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months | October
Study the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of aquatic animal diseases in cultured organisms.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
Gain a broad training in the fundamentals of psychological science. Our Masters course combines psychological theory with the development of practical skills.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October or January
Our MSc Environmental Management is recognised as internationally leading in training environmental managers for careers in the public and private sector.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months. Discontinuous - 60 months maximum. | October
Looking to become a Health Psychologist? Our Masters degree is the course for you and meets the British Psychological Society’s requirements for Stage 1 training in Health Psychology.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
This course provides a thorough scientific grounding in remote sensing and professional training in geospatial technology and programming, with a unique focus on environmental applications and space exploration.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
Already have an Honours degree in psychology, linguistics or a closely related subject? This Masters course provides solid research training if you’re thinking about pursuing a PhD in cognitive neuroscience.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October or January
Learn from our expertise and research strengths in environmental impact assessment, carbon trading, planning and impacts of wind, hydro and nuclear power.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months | October
Explore the principles of sustainable aquaculture and the key factors influencing the viability of aquatic animal farming and food production systems.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
This Masters will equip you with an understanding of perceptual experience and the basic framework for measuring perceptually guided actions in a bias-free way.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
Taught by our expert team of psychologists specialising in early childhood development. Gain practical experience on a month-long placement and hands-on learning through our in-house playgroup.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma | MSc full-time: 12 months | October
Our course is for students with a veterinary science qualification. Gain the skills you need for the investigation, prevention and control of aquatic animal diseases.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
Our course provides broad training in the fundamentals of psychological science – the modern approach to studying mind and behaviour.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate, MA | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 27 months | October
Learn from our noted experts in human-animal interaction across a wide range of contexts, from pet owning to animal-assisted interventions, zoos, farms and conservation.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
A unique course giving you an in-depth understanding of the autism spectrum. It combines teaching in psychological research methods with hands-on experience.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October or January
Seeking a career in conservation science? Our innovative Masters course provides the scientific knowledge and transferable skills for a career in conservation.
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | October
Our MSc Financial Technology (Fintech) provides a solid foundation in computing technology, financial theory, ethical and regulatory constraints, and business skills
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