Department of Biology & Biochemistry research
We are one of the leading research-intensive biosciences departments in the UK.
Department of Biology & Biochemistry
Our specialisms include cell & developmental biology, biotechnology, infection & immunity and evolutionary biology & biodiversity.
Research and teaching
Find out about our core activities as well as our undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Undergraduate courses in biosciences
Learn more about our Biology, Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences courses, including entry requirements and course structure.
5 reasons to study biosciences at Bath
From a great student experience to graduate job prospects, there are lots of reasons to study biosciences at Bath. Here are our top 5.
Master's courses in biosciences
Our MSc Molecular Biosciences degrees are available in four specialist areas.
Postgraduate research degrees in biology & biochemistry
Find out about our PhD degrees, funding opportunities and how to apply.
Milner Centre for Evolution
We are a unique, cross-faculty research centre bridging biology, health and education.
People, equality and diversity
We are firmly committed to promoting equality and diversity. We welcome a diverse population of both students and staff.
People in the Department of Biology & Biochemistry
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Equality and diversity in the Department of Biology & Biochemistry
The Department is firmly committed to promoting equality and diversity.
Internal staff information
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News and outreach
Find out about our latest research news and how we're inspiring students of all ages with our school outreach activities.
An evolutionary roll of the dice explains why we’re not perfect
Scientists have found that chance events can be more important than natural selection in defining the genome of species like humans and other mammals.
Unique protein structures could hold the key to treatment for Parkinson’s disease
Bath scientists have discovered a series of protein structures that are thought to be highly relevant to the onset of Parkinson’s disease.
We are mutating SARS-CoV-2, but it is evolving back
Scientists at the Milner Centre for Evolution looked at the evolution of the virus that causes Covid19; their findings could help the design of a new vaccine.
Dr Vasanta Subramanian nominated for prestigious national award
Dr Vasanta Subramanian is a finalist in the science category of the Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2020.
When did we become fully human? What fossils and DNA tell us about evolution of modern intelligence
Dr Nick Longrich from Dept of Biology and Biochemistry writes in The Conversation.
Case studies
Find out what our students did on placement or where they've gone on to after graduation.
Using a placement to make the right choice
Tobias Brady found his biochemistry placement invaluable to decide his future preferred way of working.
Using research skills to revolutionise petcare
Biosciences graduate Alysia Hunt tells us how her degree helped prepare her for work as a Research Scientist at MARS Petcare UK.
Discovering a career in research
Gus Hyland, a third year Biochemistry student, talks about his placement year at Monash University in Melbourne.
About the Department of Biology & Biochemistry
Our research is internationally acclaimed with groups covering cell and developmental biology, evolution and biodiversity, infection and immunity and medical and industrial biotechnology.
The work of these groups underpins the courses we offer and the experience we give to students.
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