Biosciences research

We are one of the leading research intensive biosciences departments in the UK and carry out research on animals, plants and microorganisms.

Undergraduate courses in biosciences

Explore our courses in Biology, Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences including placement year options.

5 reasons to study biosciences at Bath

Read the key reasons to come and study biosciences with us.

MSc Molecular Biosciences

Our MSc Molecular Biosciences degrees are available in four specialist areas.

Postgraduate research degrees in biosciences

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 in the Department of Biology & Biochemistry

Find a member of staff in the department.

Equality and diversity in the Department of Biology & Biochemistry

The Department is firmly committed to promoting equality and diversity.

Evolution from water to land led to better parenting

Frogs evolved to be more attentive parents when they started laying their eggs on land

Bath scientists develop a mouse model for Joubert Syndrome

A new mouse model for Joubert Syndrome has been developed by Bath scientists, who hope it will accelerate research to understand how this rare disease develops.

Insects: species that prefer crops prosper while majority decline

New study underlines alarming downward trend in insect numbers.

Turning them on, turning them off – how to control stem cells

Scientists at the University of Bath have identified how a mutant gene in fish is involved in controlling stem cells.

Zebrafish useful to model ALS-linked mutations

Scientists have shown that the zebrafish is a useful model for neuron and blood vessel development in the brain disease ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

How Widening Participation works with schools and colleges

How we work with local schools and colleges to encourage under-represented students to apply to university.

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.

PhD student Cassidy on studying cancer biology

Cassidy Bayley shares her experience applying to Bath from South Africa and studying in the Department of Biology & Biochemistry.