Physiological Sciences BSc Honours UCAS Code: B100 (3 years)School of Biomedical Sciences

There is a great demand for graduates in the biomedical and biomolecular sciences within the health services and industry, particularly leading or working as part of research teams, and many of our students choose this career path.

Industries employing bioscientists for research and development include:

  • pharmaceuticals
  • biotechnology
  • chemical
  • cosmetics and toiletries
  • food and drink

In addition, with a biosciences-related degree you could undertake medical, veterinary and agricultural research in universities and research institutes. Hospital and public health laboratories also employ a large number of bioscientists.

A large proportion of our graduates choose to take a further degree (either an MSc or PhD qualification) before embarking on permanent employment. This is a step in a career path which can lead to senior, decision-making roles. Each year some students use our degrees as a route for graduate entry into medicine.

Apart from laboratory work, there are many other ways to use your degree. Some of our graduates choose to enter the legal side of the subject, using their scientific knowledge to advise on patenting, and others opt for careers such as scientific journalism.

Our graduates also embark on careers unrelated to the biomedical sciences, for example in management, accountancy and IT. Whichever career you choose, you can be sure that you will receive our advice and whole-hearted support.

Newcastle University consistently has one of the best records for graduate employment in the UK

We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through an initiative called ncl+ which enables you to develop personal, employability and enterprise skills and to give you the edge in the employment market after you graduate.

To find out more about how the University's award-winning Careers Service can help you make the most of your time in Newcastle and prepare you for life after graduation, go to: www.ncl.ac.uk/careers

Find out what recent graduates from this subject went on to do:

Biochemistry BSc Honours
Biomedical Genetics BSc Honours
Biomedical Sciences BSc Honours
Biomedical Sciences (Integrated Master's) MSci Honours
Biomedical Sciences with Business BSc Honours
Biomedical Sciences with Medical Microbiology BSc Honours
Biotechnology BSc Honours
Biotechnology with Industrial Placement Year BSc Honours 
Pharmacology BSc Honours
Physiological Sciences BSc Honours

Find out more about the career options for Biomedical and Biomolecular Sciences from Prospects: The UK's Official Careers Website.