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Faculty of Medical Sciences

World-leading researchers teaching the medical scientists of tomorrow.

We are the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS).  We’re one of the UK’s largest and most successful centres for research-led medical education, with a world-class reputation. Our long and proud history has provided a strong foundation for us to grow and innovate. Through this, we revolutionise healthcare, health research and teaching.

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We educate for life. We nurture the next generation of practitioners, clinicians, scientists and educationalists. We provide a catalyst for enquiring minds and future world-changing students.

Our Research

Research is at the very heart of what we do and how we educate students. We’re at the forefront of medical science. Our scientific developments have made major advances in clinical practice and patient healthcare across the globe.

Our subjects are ranked Top 10 in their fields. The Times Good University Guide 2025
We are a Top 30 ranked University. The Times Good University Guide 2025

Our community

We are a thriving community in FMS. Over 1800 leading scientists, academics, technicians and professional staff help to support over 8000 students. We deliver a wide range of subjects for aspiring clinicians and health professionals. We partner with NHS teaching hospitals, including the Royal Victoria Infirmary and Freeman.

Our international campus, Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed) in Johor opened in 2011. It provides identical programmes of study to the UK-based provision. These then lead to the same degrees, conferred by Newcastle University. 

About us

Newcastle is one of the oldest medical schools in the country. We’ve been educating doctors and scientists here since 1834, and dentists for over 125 years.

News

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Clinicians

Our Faculty encourages collaborative working between scientists and clinicians. Our Clinical Academic Office supports clinicians and healthcare professionals to grow their research career.

Business and Partnerships

We work with businesses on mutual development, consultancy, knowledge transfer, facilities and equipment, commercialisation and much more. The Faculty offers help to businesses at all stages of development.

Engage FMS

We communicate our research to groups outside the University including schools, charities and voluntary organisations.

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