A Level: ABB including at least one science-related subject from Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computing, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Further Maths, Geology, Human Biology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Pure Maths, Science (Applied). General studies is not accepted. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics is required (minimum grade C or 4) if not offered at a higher level.
IB: 32 points with one science at Higher Level grade 6 from Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics or Physics. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at Grade 4 if not offered at Higher Level
Scottish: AABBB at Higher Grade with preferably Mathematics and/or at least one other science-related subject from Chemistry, Physics, Biology. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade C (or Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade.
Irish Leaving Certificate: H1H2H2H3H3 at Higher Level and at least one science-related subject from Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology.
Access Qualifications: 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 level 3 at Merit. At least 15 level 3 credits in a geographical-based subject and at least 15 level 3 credits in a science-related subject are required. GCSE Mathematics at minimum grade C or 4 required.
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Newcastle University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
