A Level: ABB including at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths plus a second science-related subject which can include Food Technology, Mathematics, Home Economics, Geography, Psychology, PE, Human Biology, Environmental Science, Geology, Computing or IT. We will also accept a BTEC in Applied Human Biology to be within the first group to substitute for the Biology. GCSE Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry or Dual Award Science, required at GCSE (minimum grade B or 6) if not offered at A/AS Level.
IB: 32 points including Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level Grade 5 or above plus at least one other STEM subject. Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.
Scottish: AABBB at Higher Grade including Biology and one other science subject. Advanced Higher Biology preferred. Higher Grade Chemistry desirable.
Irish Leaving Certificate: H1H2H2H3H3 at Higher Level including Biology or Chemistry plus another science subject. Higher Level Maths is desirable. If not offered at Higher Level then Maths at Ordinary Level 2 will be required.
Access Qualifications: 45 level 3 credits at Distinction including 15 credits in biological sciences. Chemistry and mathematics or quantitative methods units are desirable.
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.