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The School of Biological Sciences is ranked fifth in the UK, and top ranked in Scotland, for the quality and breadth of its research, known as research power, by Times Higher Education.

The 2021 Research Excellence Framework placed us 5th in the UK for our research quality, and we are ranked in the world top 25.

Information for our current undergraduate and taught postgraduate students, including new students.

Fostering an inclusive culture where individual strengths and differences are valued and celebrated.

Our 130 active research groups and world-leading analytical facilities can support your R&D aims.

There are lots of ways in which we engage with communities locally and nationally to discuss our science.