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Applied Sciences at Northumbria

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Study Undergraduate Applied Science subjects at Northumbria.  

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Students studying Applied Science at Northumbria University, Newcastle, benefit from modern, well-equipped laboratories with audio-visual facilities and specialist equipment.

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The Department of Applied Sciences courses are designed in consultation with leading employers, The Royal Society of Chemistry and the Institute of Biomedical Science, and other professional accrediting bodies – this means the courses have been independently recognised for delivering the theory and practical skills relevant to employers.

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Northumbria University’s undergraduate and postgraduate chemistry programmes are distinctive because of their extensive focus on practical teaching and laboratory work.

16 courses found

Applied Sciences Foundation Year

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 1 year Full Time followed by a further 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Passionate about science? This course will give you wider scientific knowledge to help you decide your ideal degree destination.

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Enrich your understanding of all cellular life and the biological processes that influence all living organisms with this course.

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Biology BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Turn your passion for biology into a career. Deepen your understanding of living systems and investigate what will shape their future.

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Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate | Newcastle

Interested in science and want to make a difference? Learn the skills to make an impact on health, diagnosis and treatment of disease.

3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad / Sep start

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6 years Part Time / Sep start

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Chemistry BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Study diverse chemistry topics and gain hands on practical experience in order to become a well-rounded chemist on this course.

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Chemistry MChem

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 4 years Full Time or 5 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Study diverse chemistry topics and gain hands on practical experience to become a well-rounded chemist with this integrated masters.

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