Genomics beyond the classroom

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Three female scientists in a biology laboratory conducting experiments

Discover our free interactive resources and virtual experiences to support teaching and spark curiosity - anytime, anywhere.

Our website is full of resourced designed for you to download and use in the classroom. From our selection of biology animations, to more than fifty career resources showcasing different jobs in biology research, to our wide selection of hands-on activities.

All our resources are completely free to download, with no login required. They have been created by the team at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, one of the most advanced DNA research facilities in the world.

Biology career resources

Three images, one of a woman wearing a lab coat in a lab, one of a man in a suit inside a data center and one of a woman in a lab coat wearing safety glasses.

Wellcome Sanger Institute Virtual Work Experience

From laboratory roles to communication and management positions, students get an in-depth understanding of the diverse career options available at the Sanger Institute. Designed for students aged 14 and above, this program allows participants to explore various careers in genomics, science, and data without leaving their homes.

Careers

Careers Collection - Biology with computers

This collection brings together people who use biology and computers to do a variety of different jobs.

Careers

Picture of Niki smiling surrounded by a lab with scientists working behind her.

My career in genomics: cancer biology

In this film Niki Patel talks about her research looking at the genetics of cancer. This is one of a series of films providing a unique insight into different careers in the field of genomics.

Careers

Classroom activities

A Mallard flying across the Wellcome Genome Campus lake.

Wild DNA

Use DNA sequences and an online scientific database to discover a new ecological survey technique.

Living Things

Mastering micropipetting

Become familiar with what a micropipette is, what it is used for and how to accurately use one for moving small volumes of liquid.

Methods and Technology

4 students wearing labcoats looking excited during science experiment.

Barcoding for beginners

Information and resources for educators and students participating in the Barcoding for beginners project

Living Things

New to 2026

As well as our award-winning online work experience, we will be launching a new Virtual Lab in Spring 2026 for students to experience biotech and genomics practicals from home or the classroom. To be the first to explore the lab please sign up to our schools newsletter on the link below.

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