Department of Biology & Biochemistry research

We are one of the leading research-intensive biosciences departments in the UK.
Find out about our core activities as well as our undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
We are one of the leading research-intensive biosciences departments in the UK.
Learn more about our Biology, Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences courses, including entry requirements and course structure.
From a great student experience to graduate job prospects, there are lots of reasons to study biosciences at Bath. Here are our top 5.
Our MSc Molecular Biosciences degrees are available in four specialist areas.
Find out about our PhD degrees, funding opportunities and how to apply.
We are a unique, cross-faculty research centre bridging biology, health and education.
We are firmly committed to promoting equality and diversity. We welcome a diverse population of both students and staff.
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The Department is firmly committed to promoting equality and diversity.
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Find out about our latest research news and how we're inspiring students of all ages with our school outreach activities.
A portable device to detect spice is being developed at Bath. This will be the first gadget to give on-the-spot readings for the street drug.
Scientists investigated the relatedness of wild and domesticated members of the Capsicum family, including chilli peppers.
For the first time, scientists have added microscopic tracking devices into the interior of living cells, giving a peek into how development starts.
Researchers at Bath and UCB have found a way to produce miniaturised antibodies, opening the way for a potential new class of treatments
Find out what our students did on placement or where they've gone on to after graduation.
Tobias Brady found his biochemistry placement invaluable to decide his future preferred way of working.
Biosciences graduate Alysia Hunt tells us how her degree helped prepare her for work as a Research Scientist at MARS Petcare UK.
Gus Hyland, a third year Biochemistry student, talks about his placement year at Monash University in Melbourne.
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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