Biology and Psychology

Biologists are vital to the UK's future. Demand for biological expertise is rising fast.

The biological sciences sector is growing 5–15% faster than average according to the UK Office for National Statistics (2025). Biostatistics, for example, is now one of the most sought-after and highest-paid career paths. In the UK, biostatisticians typically earn £55,000–£100,000 in pharmaceutical companies, public health agencies, and research institutes (Apex Learning Aug 2025). Our Data Analysis and Biostatistics pathway gives you the skills to step into this growing field.

On our BSc Biology degree, you’ll develop knowledge and practical skills in cell biology, genetics, physiology, ecology and biodiversity. You’ll learn fieldwork and quantitative techniques during on-campus and residential field courses. Training covers laboratory and field skills in all areas of biology. You can also improve your data skills by choosing modules in programming, data science, and statistics with R.

Our undergraduate degree in psychology looks at the uses of psychological science. It addresses real-world problems, from catching criminals to improving health and wellbeing. You’ll explore:

• how the brain functions;

• how children develop;

• how people interact in social groups.

You’ll learn from a proactive and supportive team that’s passionate about helping students succeed. The British Psychological Society (BPS) recognises our innovative, student-led teaching. Our personalised support system ensures you feel part of a close-knit community from day one.

Get hands-on experience in our specialist psychology facilities

At Stirling, psychology isn’t just something you read about, you’ll do it. You’ll get hands-on experience designing and running experiments in our specialist labs.

We’re home to the only on-site Psychology Kindergarten in the UK. It provides an outstanding facility for child development research and teaching. You’ll also have access to our new Lifespan Lab, where researchers explore cognition, health, and wellbeing from infancy to old age.

You can get involved in projects using cutting-edge equipment for:

• Health monitoring

• Eye-tracking and face research

• EEG (electroencephalogram) research

• Vision research