BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences at Newcastle University

Programme overview

This accredited Biomedical Sciences degree explores the human body’s function in health and disease. It equips you with specialist knowledge about how diseases occur, and how researchers and clinicians develop new treatments. This degree develops your understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease and ensures you graduate well prepared to make a difference in modern medicine.

Faculty: Faculty of Medical Sciences | Department: School of Biomedical Nutritional and Sports Sciences | Duration: Full time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The first two semesters of our programme and subsequent core modules are designed to give students a core knowledge and understanding of biomedical sciences. The rest of the programme aims to develop students’ knowledge of the breadth and scope of biomedical sciences, with exciting modules in cutting-edge areas, and an in-depth knowledge of research skills. Compulsory modules include: Molecules of Life, Infectious threats, Core Skills In Biosciences, Core Concepts in Biosciences, Therapeutic Mechanisms, Cells to Systems, Essential Bioscience Skills, Skills for Bioscientists: Techniques, Tools, and Applications, Genomics and Gene expression in Disease, Anatomy and Cellular Systems, Becoming a Bioscientist: Skills for Research and Beyond, Research Project, Research Project Overseas.

Career pathways

There is a great demand for graduates in the biomedical and biomolecular sciences within the health services and industry, partiucularly leading or working as part of research teams. Many of our students choose this career path. Graduate roles and employers include: pharmaceuticals; biotechnology; education; healthcare; chemical; cosmetics and toiletries; food and drink; scientific writing; research and development; patent law.

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Entry requirements

A levels: AAB including Biology or Chemistry, plus at least one from: Mathematics or Further Mathematics; Physics; Psychology; Biology; or Chemistry. General Studies, Use of Mathematics, World Development, Communication and Culture and Critical Thinking not accepted. GCSE Chemistry, Biology (minimum grade A or 7) or Combined Science (minimum grade A A or 7 7) required if Biology or Chemistry are not offered at A or AS Level. IB: 34 points with Biology or Chemistry and another science at Higher Level grade 5 or above. We regard Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Biology and Chemistry as acceptable science subjects. Standard Level Chemistry or Biology required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level including Biology and Chemistry and completion of national high school diploma. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. Not acceptable for entry to this subject. No BTEC qualification in any combination is accepted for this programme. Scottish Highers: AAABB at Higher Grade including Biology and Chemistry. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent including 6.0 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,950 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/b940/#how-to-apply

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