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Applied Sciences at Northumbria

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Study Undergraduate Applied Science Courses 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.

Forensic Science at Northumbria is ranked 4th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.

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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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