Biological Sciences BSc (Hons) at Northumbria University

Programme overview

Gain a deeper understanding of living systems and investigate the technologies, medicines, and research which will shape their future. Formerly named 'Biology', this course offers a broad and deep understanding of the scientific study of living things and explores important and rapidly advancing topics in modern science, like biotechnology, biomedicine, and environmental technology. You can also opt for a specialist pathway of study - meaning you can choose to continue with your broad degree or specialise in biotechnology or neurobiology.

Faculty: School of Geography and Natural Sciences | Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad | Study mode: full-time (optional placement/sandwich year) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Cell Biology and Genetics, Practical Skills, Biochemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Animal and Plant Biology, Introduction to the Microbial World; Year 2 core modules: Biology of Disease, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Human Metabolism, Bioscience Research & Analysis; Year 4 core modules: Biomedical and Biological Sciences Research Project, Molecular Cell Interactions, Advanced Analytical Techniques, The Impact of Science on Society. Optional modules include Environmental Biology, Biology in Action, Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology, Investigative Biotechnology, Principles of Neuroscience, Neuroscience Case Studies.

Career pathways

We encourage our students to graduate with subject-specific knowledge, practical laboratory skills, research skills and more, enabling you to make informed contributions to the understanding of what underpins life here on earth.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard Offer 112 UCAS Tariff Points. From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Contextual Admissions 96 UCAS Tariff points. Subject Requirements: Applicants will need Grade B in A Level Biology, or recognised equivalent. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths, Statistics, or Physics and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or equivalents. International Qualifications: English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). UCAS code: C120.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; later years may rise in line with the fee cap. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,500 a year (2027/28). International tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; fees apply to every year of study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=UUSCBB1&code2=0002

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