Head of the School of Biological and Marine Sciences
School of Biological and Marine Sciences
Learn through experience

6Over 70 academics, 40 technical staff and over 1,200 students
6World class research from internationally renowned researchers
6100% satisfaction on the National Student Survey (NSS, 2019) in several of our courses
 £4.65 million Marine Station with several research boats and diving facilities
6Newly refurbished, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities
21 postgraduate students spent two weeks working alongside academics and students at Hainan University
Solomon Weston is working as the scientific officer on board a 1,000-mile swimming expedition around the coast of Iceland
Researchers explored how differences in the animals’ sensory abilities influenced how long it took them to recover after being startled
Our academics have contributed to a new series by the BBC and The Conversation that showcases local stories with global significance
New research led by the University highlights how uneven our knowledge of ocean biodiversity really is
The School of Biological and Marine Sciences at the University welcome invitations to participate in outreach events such as talks, short workshops or careers fairs.