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Understanding life — from molecules and cells to whole systems — and conserving life on Earth remain central challenges for biological scientists. The School offers research-led undergraduate and postgraduate pathways across the biological sciences.

Undergraduate

Majors and minors in Biological Sciences, Ecology & Biodiversity, Food & Nutritional Science, and Molecular Biology & Biotechnology.

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Taught postgraduate

Taught masters programmes linked to environment, marine ecology, and related specialisations.

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Research postgraduate

MPhil and PhD study with supervisors across Ecology & Biodiversity and Molecular & Cell Biology.

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Final Year Project

Capstone research experience for undergraduates — find topics, supervisors, and timelines.

FYP guidance

RSB accreditation

Selected programmes accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Accredited programmes

Current students

Resources and support for students already enrolled in School programmes.

Student resources

Confirm official Major/Minor structures and course codes with the Teaching Office for the current academic year. Prospectus and admissions links are maintained on the pathway pages.