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Leading centre for scientific research

The Faculty of Science is one of the leading centres for scientific research and education in the UK.

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Significant discoveries

Some of the most significant discoveries of the last century are associated with research carried out in Bristol.

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Global reputation

Our outstanding international reputation is evidenced by the excellent outcome of the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) and recent research achievements.

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Outstanding teaching

The Faculty is equally strong in teaching, with outstanding results in the Subject Reviews of its departments.