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Conservation and Ecological Genetics
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/bs3073
Module code: BS3073 The study of ecology and evolution is being revolutionised by the application of modern molecular genetic techniques such as genome sequencing using next generation sequencing, and rapid genotyping methods (e.g.
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Microbial Pathogenesis and Genomics
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/bs3011
Module code: BS3011 This module focuses on how microbial pathogens cause infectious diseases, tackling key ideas such as the nature and functions of virulence factors, how microbes overcome host defences and the on-going evolution of pathogenic traits.
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Technology Enhanced Language Learning
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/ed7704
Module code: ED7704 Although there is still a wide difference in access to and uptake of technology in education, both within the UK and from country to country, the use of technology in learning and teaching has developed rapidly, particularly during and post the COVID -19...
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Modelling Migration
https://le.ac.uk/history/research/current-research-grants/previous-research-grants-and-projects/the-impact-of-diasporas-on-the-making-of-britain/the-diasporas-projects/modelling-migration
Academic advisors Professor Simon James Professor Mark Jobling Professor Jo Story Research Associate Dr Rita Rasteiro Human genetic diversity has been described as a palimpsest, in which many layers, reflecting different demographic episodes such as...
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Genetics and ethics for higher education
https://le.ac.uk/vgec/topics/genetics-and-ethics-and-law/higher-education/ethics
This resource comprises a series of briefings written by Chris Willmott (University of Leicester), John Bryant (University of Exeter) and John Searle (South West Ministry Training Course).
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Talking points a range of topical issues tackled by academics 19 25 November
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/november/talking-points-a-range-of-topical-issues-tackled-by-academics-19-25-november
Dr Daniel Ladley from the Department of Economics has written an article for The Conversation discussing how cooperative groups work better than competitive groups.
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Leicester student research stories rated most out of left field in May
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/june/leicester-student-research-stories-rated-most-out-of-left-field-in-may
The feasibility of crying a river and the plausibility of spells in the Harry Potter universe are the top two most interesting University research stories in May, according to a list by PR consultancy Gerard Kelly & Partners.
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PhD Physics student shares his experience working on the Cassini mission
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/october/phd-physics-student-shares-his-experience-working-on-the-cassini-mission
On 15 September 2017, after almost twenty years in space, NASA’s Cassini spacecraft made its final encounter with Saturn.
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PhD opportunities
https://le.ac.uk/chemistry/study/research-degrees/phd-opportunities
Chemistry at the University of Leicester hosts a number of studentship schemes, providing funding for students, typically for a September start date. Find out more about our current studentship opportunities.
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Leicester Postgraduate Partnership Scholarship
https://le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates/fees-funding/scholarships-discounts/leicester-postgraduate-progression
University of Leicester and De Montfort University graduates can enjoy a 20% reduction on fees if you continue your studies in Leicester. Selected courses available.