Faculty of Biological Sciences

Top 150 for Biological Sciences and Top 100 for Sport

QS World Rankings by Subject 2019

QS World Rankings

Top 150 for Biological Sciences and Top 100 for Sport QS ranking

QS World Rankings

NMR in Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Network with leading Biophysics and Molecular Biology researchers and hear about the most recent research activities in the field

Microscopic parasite may provide insight to schizophrenia

New research may inform future research into the treatment of schizophrenia, a complex disease of unknown cause.

New research from Dr Glenn McConkey, School of Biology, and his colleagues may inform future research into the treatment of schizophrenia, a complex disease of unknown cause.

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One of the UK's leading centres for Biomedical and Biological Sciences

The Faculty of Biological Sciences has a long established reputation in delivering research-led student education with a strong suite of programmes covering the biological sciences with a continued portfolio development being informed by an active Industrial Advisory Board. Our teaching and research is delivered via three schools; School of Biology, School of Biomedical Sciences and School of Molecular and Cellular Biology.

We are a leading faculty within the life sciences in terms of our research power, subject diversity and interdisciplinarity for example through our contributions to the internationally renowned Astbury Centre, medical research and emerging Global Food and Environment Institute.

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Undergraduate

Our courses and flexible approach allow you to follow your interests while expanding your knowledge of new and compelling topics.

Masters

Our courses have been developed in partnership with industry, are guided by current research, and provide excellent teaching.

Research degrees

Studying your PhD with us will be a journey that will stimulate your passion for your subject and push you to reach your potential.

Professor John Ladbury is the Faculty of Biological Sciences Dean

Welcome from the Dean

Our continued efforts to develop exciting educational and research opportunities provide the foundation of a world-class learning experience. Our dedicated and experienced staff will ensure that we can help you achieve your goals in the biological sciences.

6th

in the UK for our research impact

Research Excellence Framework 2014

Top 100

in the world for Sport

QS World University Rankings, 2019

Top 100

for Life Sciences

THE World University Rankings 2019

Leeds Protein Production Facility

The Leeds Protein Production Facility (PPF) is a core research facility within the Faculty of Biological Sciences. Established in 2017, this facility uses a range of state-of-the-art equipment for producing recombinant DNA and recombinant protein, including high-throughput cloning and large-scale purification from bacteria, insect and mammalian cells.

Neuroscience Research

Our neuroscience research seeks to understand how the nervous system, the most complex and highly organised part of the body, is able to generate perception, thoughts and behaviour.