About the course

The University of Stirling is a global leader in aquaculture research and teaching, supporting the development of aquaculture worldwide. Our expert staff, facilities and networks – including the Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre hosted at Stirling – make us the first choice for research partners from across the globe. Our research looks at reproduction, genetics, aquatic animal health and welfare, nutrition, production systems, environments, markets, and social and economic impacts – with the overarching goal of providing insights and solutions that will help meet the global challenges of feeding the world in a sustainable manner. We welcome applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who are passionate about making a contribution to the research activities undertaken by the Institute. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£73,200

Intake	Location
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Stirling
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Stirling
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Stirling
Open intake available until (December), 2026	Stirling

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Stirling

To help your application process, our general entry requirements for our research degree programmes are:

　　An upper second class honours Bachelors degree or higher qualification. For some studentships and programmes of study a suitable masters degree may be specified.

　　If your first language is not English you’re required to show English language competency equivalent to the minimum level of IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in all bands). Some subjects require a higher level of English language competency.

　　A research proposal that is appropriate for the degree and agreed with the proposed lead supervisor.

　　Your entry can also depend on the availability of suitable supervisory and resource arrangements.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Stirling. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking51st / 130

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