A Level: ABB including Biology and normally another science-related subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Psychology, Environmental Science or Geology. General Studies is excluded. Chemistry is preferred at A or AS Level, but not essential. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics minimum grade B or 6 if not offered at A or AS Level.
IB: 32 points normally including Higher Level Biology at grade 6. Chemistry is preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.
Scottish: AABBB at Higher Grade including Biology and a further Science subject. Advanced Higher Biology preferred. Acceptable science subjects are: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Psychology. Higher Grade Chemistry desirable. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade.
Irish Leaving Certificate: H1H2H2H3H3 at Higher level, including Biology and another science subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geography. Chemistry is preferred but not essential. Ordinary Level Mathematics required at grade O2 if not offered at Higher Level
Access Qualifications: 30 level 3 credits at Distinction including 15 credits in biological sciences, and 15 level 3 credits at Merit or above. Chemistry and mathematics or quantitative methods units are desirable. GCSE Mathematics minimum grade B or 6 required if no Maths or Statistics units in the Access to HE.
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.
