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Description
The greatest threat to human health worldwide is infectious disease. Medical microbiology is the study of the micro-organisms that cause disease whilst immunology is the related science of how we defend ourselves against microbial infection.
This degree covers the structure and behaviour of medically important micro-organisms and their interaction with their human and animal hosts.
It also focuses on the immune system, how it protects us against microbes, and its role in a range of non-infectious diseases such as cancer and allergies.
New discoveries in biomedical and biomolecular sciences provide us with the prospect of finding new ways to prevent and treat the wide range of diseases that affect humankind, making this an important area of study.
Quality and ranking
Newcastle is a National Centre of Excellence in biomedical research and our world-leading expert staff teach at all levels on our degree programmes.
Newcastle is highly regarded for its teaching of biomedical and biomolecular sciences.
We are ranked in the top 10 in the UK in the category of Other subjects allied to Medicine inThe Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2014.
We also achieved an overall student satisfaction of 95 per cent in the 2013 National Student Survey.
Detailed Course Facts
Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee- GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
- GBP 15490 Year (Non-EEA)
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test
- English
Course Content
All of our Biomedical and Biomolecular Sciences degrees are divided into two phases:
- Phase 1 (Stage 1 and semester 1 of Stage 2)
- Phase 2 (semester 2 of Stage 2 and Stage 3)
Phase 1 provides a broad introduction to biomolecular sciences which is shared by all of our degrees. You can change between any of our degrees at the end of Phase 1 if you wish.
This flexible structure gives you the chance to try a broad range of topics, helping you to see where your interests lie in biomedical sciences before you specialise in medical microbiology in Phase 2.
Each Stage lasts for an academic year and you need to complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each Stage.
Please be aware that programme modules do change and therefore may differ for your year of entry.
Stage 1
Compulsory modules
- BGM1002 Biochemistry
- CMB1004 Cell Biology
- BGM1004 Genetics
- CMB1005 Practical Skills in Biomedical and Biomolecular Sciences 1
- CMB1003 Microbiology and Immunology
- PED1003 Pharmacology
- PSC1002 Physiology
- CMB1006 Practical Skills in Biomedical and Biomolecular Sciences 2
Stage 2
Compulsory modules Semester 1
- CMB2002 Cell and Molecular Biosciences
- CMB2003 Molecular Medicine
- CMB2004 Cell and Molecular Biology of the Immune System
- CMB2005 Practical Skills in Biomedical and Biomolecular Sciences 3
Semester 2
- MIC2025 Bacterial Interactions with Human Hosts and the Immune System in Human Disease
- MIC2026 Microbial Cell Biology
- MIC2027 Parasitic and Viral Diseases
- MIC2028 Practical Skills in Medical Microbiology
Stage 3
Compulsory modules
- CMB3000 Project
Or - CMB3001 Experimental Design and the Process of Research
Or - CMB3002 Research Project for Exchange Students
- MIC3045 Immune Recognition
- MIC3046 Microbial Pathogens: Viruses, Protozoa and Fungi
- MIC3047 Bacterial Pathogenicity and Disease
- MIC3044 Integrated Microbiology and Immunology
Optional modules
You choose one module from the following list:
- MIC3043 Research in Microbiology and Immunology
- BMS3003 Business for the Bioscientist
- BMS3015 Healthcare Organisation and Practice
- BMS3016 Science Communication
- BMS3022 Bioethics
English Language Requirements
IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 90
To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to
take an IELTS test. More About IELTSRequirements
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
AAA-ABB including Biology. Chemistry is required at AS level (minimum grade B) if not offered at A level. GCSE Mathematics and English Language required (minimum grade B) if not offered at A or AS level. General Studies and Critical Thinking not accepted.- Scottish Qualifications
AAAAA-AABBB at Higher Grade including Biology and Chemistry. Mathematics and English Language required at grade 2 Standard Grade (or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.- International Baccalaureate
34-36 points with Biology and Chemistry at Higher Level grade 5 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 4 if not offered at Higher Level.- Irish Leaving Certificate
A1A1A1A1B1 at Higher Level, including Biology and Chemistry.- Access Qualifications
Considered on an individual basis. These qualifications must be in a science subject and applicants must also have appropriate work experience.- BTEC Level 5 HND
Not acceptable for entry to this subject.- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)
Not acceptable for entry to this subject.- Cambridge Pre-U
D3, D3, D3 - D3, M2, M2 in Principal Subjects including Biology, and preferably Chemistry. GCSE Mathematics and English Language required (minimum grade B) if not offered at a higher level.- PARTNERS - A Levels
BBB including Biology. Chemistry is required at AS level (minimum grade B) if not offered at A Level. GCSE Mathematics and English Language required (minimum grade B) if not offered at A or AS level. General Studies and Critical Thinking not accepted.
The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys 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)
Not acceptable for entry to this subject.
The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys 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.
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
Want to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.
- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
Related Scholarships*
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
"The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."
- Access Bursary
Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.
- Alumni Bursary
Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students
* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Newcastle University.
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