Nutrition and Psychology BSc Honours
UCAS Code: BC48 (3 or 4 Years)

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered. 

+ A Levels

AAB including at least one subject with a substantial science or mathematics component from Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics or Economics. Home Economics/Food Technology will be considered instead of Biology if accompanied by Chemistry at AS Level. General Studies not accepted. GCSE Mathematics plus a science (both at a minimum grade B) are required.

+ Scottish Qualifications

AAAAB at Higher Grade including two science subjects. Advanced Higher Biology and/or another science subject normally required. Mathematics required at grade 2 Standard Grade (or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade.

+ International Baccalaureate

35 points normally including Biology and two other subjects at Higher Level Grade 6 or above. Chemistry preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 6 or above if not offered at Higher Level.

+ Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1A1B1B at Higher Level, normally including Biology, Mathematics and another science subject.

+ Access Qualifications

At least 45 level 3 credits at Distinction. A unit in Biological Sciences is essential and units in Chemistry, Mathematics or Quantitative Methods are desirable.

+ BTEC Level 5 HND

Applicants considered on an individual basis. Entry at Stage 2 may be possible, subject to prerequisites.

+ BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

A science-related subject with substantial biology and mathematics units at overall DDD.

+ Cambridge Pre-U

D3,D3,M2 in Principal Subjects including at least one with a substantial science or mathematics component from Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, or Economics. GCSE Mathematics plus a science (both at a minimum grade B) are required.

+ PARTNERS - A Levels

BBB including at least one subject with a substantial science or mathematics component from Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics or Economics. Home Economics/Food Technology will be considered instead of Biology if accompanied by Chemistry at AS Level. General Studies not accepted. GCSE Mathematics plus a science (both at a minimum grade B) are required.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

A science-related subject at overall MMM grade, to include biological and chemical science as essential units at Merit grade.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Visit our International Students webpages to find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

Undergraduate Admissions Policy

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