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Praise for University’s COVID-19 response
https://le.ac.uk/news/2021/june/hebcon-contribution-award
The University of Leicester has been recognised with a national award for its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Prolonged periods of sedentary time strongly associated with amount of fat around internal organs
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/january/prolonged-periods-of-sedentary-time-strongly-associated-with-amount-of-fat-around-internal-organs
A team of researchers from the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, UK – a partnership between Leicester’s Hospitals, our University and Loughborough University - has found new evidence to suggest that longer periods of sedentary time (defined as any sitting/reclining...
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University of Leicester GREAT Scholarships 2026
https://le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates/fees-funding/scholarships-discounts/pakistan
In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, the University of Leicester is offering one scholarship of £10,000 GBP to students in Pakistan applying for a one-year postgraduate course.
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New Chair Elect for University Council
https://le.ac.uk/news/2019/april/03-new-chair-elect-council
Gary Dixon has been appointed Chair-Elect of Council for the University of Leicester after a competitive and open recruitment process.
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Conservation and Ecological Genetics
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2027/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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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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Mineral Resources for Net-Zero Carbon 1
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/gl2106
Module code: GL2106 In this module we will explore the mineral deposits that provide essential resources to support our technologically developed society.
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Zooarchaeology (the archaeology of animals)
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/ar3017
Module code: AR3017 Animal bones are ubiquitous archaeological finds and it is well recognised that their detailed study can shed light on a diverse range of past human activities including: Diet Hunting and farming strategies The use of animals and animal...
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Archaeology of Standing Buildings
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/ar7524
Module code: AR7524 This module will provide you with an archaeological understanding of building construction and evolution and the ability to recognise different building materials.
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Dissertation
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/mn7419
Module code: MN7419 You’re concluding your postgraduate study, and your dissertation is the chance to put all your learning into practice.