Research
The global impact of our research is recognised by all major ratings, including the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. Studies into everything from wheat genomics to vision ecology and animal behaviour attract support from worldwide funders, including BBSRC, NERC, Marie Curie and the EU.
Teaching and assessment
Our degree programmes are flexible, and all students complete field courses or laboratory workshops and independent research projects chosen from a wide range of options.
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Why Bristol: academic insights
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Research highlights
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News
- Plant root hairs key to reducing soil erosion 6 April 2020
- Cooperative male dolphins match the tempo of each other's calls 1 April 2020
- Global study shows how marine species respond as oceans warm 27 March 2020
Events
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Workshops in Ecology and Behaviour: Dr Alexander Piel - Liverpool John Moores University CANCELLED
Cancelled
21 April 2020, 4.00 PM
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Workshops in Ecology and Behaviour: Professor Mark Schwartz - UC Davis CANCELLED
Cancelled
28 April 2020, 4.00 PM
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Workshops in Ecology and Behaviour: Professor Sharon Strauss - UC Davis CANCELLED
Cancelled
5 May 2020, 4.00 PM