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.
Our postgraduate courses in natural sciences
Professional Doctorate Health Psychology
Doctorate | Full-time: 36 months; part-time: 72 months | September
Our experienced health psychologists and placement learning will prepare you to become an independent scientist-practitioner in Health Psychology.
MSc Psychology (accredited conversion course)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 27 months | September
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.
MSc Psychological Therapy in Primary Care
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.
Professional Doctorate Big Data Science
PhD | Doctorate full-time: 36 months, Doctorate part-time: 72 months | September
The first industrial doctorate of its kind will equip you with interdisciplinary research and practical skills for a job in big data science or data analytics.
MSc Artificial Intelligence
Masters / MSc | MSc full-time: 12 months | September
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.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (Evolutionary Psychology)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
Our course is the ideal preparation for a research career, helping you progress to a PhD in evolutionary psychology, comparative cognition or animal behaviour.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (Psychology of Faces)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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.
MSc Mathematics and Data Science
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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.
MSc Big Data
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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.
MSc Aquatic Pathobiology
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months | September
Study the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of aquatic animal diseases in cultured organisms.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (Cognition and Neuropsychology)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
Gain a broad training in the fundamentals of psychological science. Our Masters course combines psychological theory with the development of practical skills.
MSc Environmental Management
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
Our MSc Environmental Management is recognised as internationally leading in training environmental managers for careers in the public and private sector.
MSc Health Psychology
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months. Discontinuous - 60 months maximum. | September
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.
MSc Earth and Planetary Observation
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (Bilingualism Research)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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.
MSc Environmental Management (Energy)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
Learn from our expertise and research strengths in environmental impact assessment, carbon trading, planning and impacts of wind, hydro and nuclear power.
MSc Sustainable Aquaculture
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months | September
Explore the principles of sustainable aquaculture and the key factors influencing the viability of aquatic animal farming and food production systems.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (Perception and Action)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (Child Development)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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.
MSc Aquatic Veterinary Studies
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma | MSc full-time: 12 months | September
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.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (General)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
Our course provides broad training in the fundamentals of psychological science – the modern approach to studying mind and behaviour.
MSc / MA Human Animal Interaction
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate, MA | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 27 months | September
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.
MSc Psychological Research Methods (Autism Research)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
A unique course giving you an in-depth understanding of the autism spectrum. It combines teaching in psychological research methods with hands-on experience.
MSc Environmental Management (Conservation)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
Seeking a career in conservation science? Our innovative Masters course provides the scientific knowledge and transferable skills for a career in conservation.
MSc Financial Technology (FinTech)
Masters / MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate | MSc full-time: 12 months, MSc part-time: 24 months | September
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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