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Teaching and research in the School of Biological Sciences spans the scale and breadth of the living world - from molecules, genes and cells; organisms and their environments; to broad landscapes that cover Earth.
We go back in time to understand how evolution has shaped the present world, and into the future, developing new technologies to improve human health and better manage our environment.
The school brings together outstanding teachers and world-leading researchers to provide undergraduate and postgraduate programs and research training in biomedical sciences and biotechnology (biochemistry, genetics, microbiology and immunology), evolution, ecology and environmental science.
Study with us
Explore programs in biomedical science, biotechnology, biology and environmental science.
Our research
Discover our unique research environment that links teaching, honours and postgraduate research excellence.
Engagement & industry
Meet the wide network of collaborating partners that support our research and education programs.
Latest news
New genetic analysis reveals breeding history of modern humans
Modern humans interbred with at least five different archaic human groups as they moved out of Africa and across Eurasia, genetic analysis reveals.
$35.6 million boost for sciences' research infrastructure
Research for a range of industrial sectors including scientific, advanced manufacturing, defence, resources, biomedical and agriculture has received a major boost.
It took more than 1,000 people to form a viable population in Australia. But this was no accidental migration, the first arrivals must have been planned, scientists say.
Upcoming events
Public Forum: Everything you need to know about the flu
SEPT 3: Join our panel of Adelaide experts to address frequently asked questions about the flu, including misconceptions surrounding vaccination and the disease that arises in the winter months.
Public Lecture: Saving Biodiversity Through Transformative Change
AUGUST 13: This public forum focuses on the transformative change called for by the IPBES report which highlighted the critical importance of biodiversity to human well-being.
Faculty of Sciences Welcome Session (July)
Social and academic activities to help new science students settle into student life at our North Terrace campus.