Biology (Cellular and Molecular Biology) BSc Honours
UCAS Code: C1C7 (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-ABB including Biology and normally another science subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics. Would consider Geography and Psychology as second science but it is likely that offer would be at higher end and include A in Biology. General Studies excluded. Chemistry is preferred at A or AS level, but not essential. GCSE Mathematics minimum grade B if not offered at A or AS level.

+ Scottish Qualifications

AAABB-AABBB at Higher Grade including two science subjects. Advanced Higher Biology and another science subject normally required. Acceptable science subjects are: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics.  Would consider Geography and Psychology as second sciences but it is likely that offer would be at the higher end. Higher Grade Chemistry desirable. 

+ International Baccalaureate

35 points normally including Higher Level Biology at grade 6 or above. 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.

+ Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1A1B1B-A1A1B1B1B at Higher level, including Biology and another science subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics. Would consider Geography and Psychology as second science but it is likely that offer would be at higher end and include A in Biology. Chemistry is preferred but not essential

+ Access Qualifications

A unit in Biological Sciences is essential and units in Chemistry, Mathematics or Quantitative Methods desirable. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit.

+ BTEC Level 5 HND

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

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

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

+ Cambridge Pre-U

D3,D3,M2-D3,M2,M2 in Principal Subjects including Biology and normally another science subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics. Would consider Geography and Psychology as second science but it is likely that offer would be at higher end. Chemistry is preferred but not essential. GCSE Mathematics minimum grade B if not offered at a higher level.

+ PARTNERS - A Levels

BBC including Biology and another science subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics. Would consider Geography and Psychology as second sciences. General Studies excluded. Chemistry is preferred at A or AS level, but not essential. GCSE Mathematics minimum grade B if not offered at A or AS level.  

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

A science-related subject with substantial biology and chemistry units at overall DMM-MMM 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.

+ International Foundation Programmes

If you are an international student and you do not meet the academic and English language requirements specified above, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Newcastle University, which will help to prepare you for study on this degree course. INTO Newcastle University is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including the International Foundation in Biological and Biomedical Sciences.

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