Why choose a Newcastle University Science degree?
As a member of the Russell Group, every Science degree at Newcastle University has world-leading research at its core. From Chemistry to Theoretical Physics; Zoology to Psychology, you'll learn from respected academics in a cutting-edge environment.
- Professionally accredited degrees with the opportunity to train in industry.
- Responsible for groundbreaking research which has led to new cancer treatments, species discovery and key developments in agriculture.
- An impressive array of facilities, including two farms, a coastal marine science laboratory, field stations and x-ray crystallography laboratories.
- The opportunity to research and study abroad, which has recently seen students travel to Mexico, Portugal and Bermuda.
- Newcastle University Science alumni have built careers in a huge range of industries – including pharmaceuticals, accountancy, patent law and marketing.
Program choices
Find out more about your course options by selecting a course level.
- English course
- International Foundation
- International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree
- Graduate Diploma
- Postgraduate Degree
English course
Leads to: University preparation programme or degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 3.0
Length of course: From 4 weeks
- Improve your English language skills before starting your academic studies.
- Regular intakes with flexible course lengths to suit your English level.
- Adapt to living and studying in the UK.
International Foundation
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus completion of 12 years of schooling with good grades.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree.
- Modules designed to develop the specialist knowledge, language and study skills for your chosen degree.
- Support with your university applications.
International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.5, plus completion of A-levels, Foundation, or first year of an overseas university degree.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree.
- Complete your degree in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
Undergraduate Degree
- To apply for direct entry to an undergraduate degree at Newcastle University: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website
Graduate Diploma
Leads to: Postgraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.5, plus completion of three years of higher education.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to a Master's degree.
- Develop your study and research skills in preparation for postgraduate study.
- Improve your knowledge of academic theory and subjects related to your degree.
Postgraduate Degree
- To apply for direct entry to a postgraduate degree at Newcastle University: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website