* Laboratory equipment, trip, final year projects
The course offers a broad and deep understanding of the scientific principles of the study of living systems and an introduction to the key issues associated with rapid advances in biotechnology, biomedicine and environmental technology.
It also offers flexibility as you can opt for a specialist pathway of study after your first year - meaning you can either continue with your BSc Biology degree, or choose to specialise in biotechnology or neurobiology.
Whichever pathway you choose, there’ll be opportunities for practical work and the chance to apply your knowledge in real-world situations, which can include a sandwich year work placement, study abroad option or through work-related training in industry. This means the course is ideal for anyone considering a career in biosciences, or as a foundation for further study at postgraduate level.
As a graduate, you’ll leave with subject-specific knowledge, practical laboratory skills, research skills and more; enabling you to make informed contributions to the understanding of what underpins life here on earth.
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Module information is indicative and is reviewed annually therefore may be subject to change. Applicants will be informed if there are any changes.
Year 1
AP0404 -
Cell Biology and Genetics (Core,20 Credits)
AP0406 -
Practical Skills (Core,20 Credits)
AP0407 -
Biochemistry (Core,20 Credits)
AP0408 -
Anatomy and Physiology (Core,20 Credits)
AP0412 -
Animal and Plant Biology (Core,20 Credits)
AP0413 -
Introduction to the Microbial World (Core,20 Credits)
JE5001 -
Academic Language Skills for Applied Sciences (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)
Year 2
AP0507 -
Principles of Cellular and Biomolecular Analysis (Core,20 Credits)
AP0508 -
Biology of Disease (Core,20 Credits)
AP0511 -
Molecular Biology and Genetics (Core,20 Credits)
AP0514 -
Human Metabolism (Core,20 Credits)
AP0515 -
Environmental Biology (Optional,20 Credits)
AP0516 -
Biology in Action (Optional,20 Credits)
AP0517 -
Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology (Optional,20 Credits)
AP0518 -
Investigative Biotechnology (Optional,20 Credits)
AP0519 -
Principles of Neuroscience (Optional,20 Credits)
AP0520 -
Neuroscience Case Studies (Optional,20 Credits)
Year 3
AP0536 -
Study Abroad (Optional,120 Credits)
AP0552 -
Industrial Placement Year (Optional,120 Credits)
AT5004 -
Year in International Business (This is made up of 5 modules studied in Newcastle (Semester 1) & Amsterdam (Semester 2) (Optional,120 Credits)
Are you passionate about science, and want a practical introduction that will help prepare you for your chosen degree pathway? The course is designed to provide fundamental scientific knowledge and skills, to give you experience in a range of science fields before you choose your ultimate degree destination.
These areas include Chemistry, Food Science and Forensic Science, establishing your laboratory skills, basic numeracy skills, data handling, ICT and study skills. Many of our student’s report that, having completed this foundation course, they feel more confident and much better prepared to begin their chosen degree.
The course is designed to provide fundamental scientific knowledge and skills, to give you experience in a range of science fields before you choose your ultimate degree destination. These areas include Biology, Chemistry, Food Science and Forensic Science, establishing your laboratory skills, basic numeracy skills, data handling, ICT and study skills. Many of our students report that, having completed this foundation course, they feel more confident and much better prepared to begin their chosen degree.
This foundation year will allow you to hit the ground running in your chosen career path . With successful completion you can automatically progress on to one of our 10 full-time, accredited science degrees:
The Applied Sciences department is business focused – we seek to develop sustainable partnerships with industry and commerce to benefit you, the student.
The applied nature of research has enabled enterprise and consultancy to be established in collaboration with a wide range of industrial partners ranging from large multi-nationals to small companies based in the region and nationally.
Your skills will be developed to meet the needs identified by our partners, and your lab-ready skillset will be demonstrated to potential employers through placements and graduate recruitment available once you progress onto the full degree
Insurance Single: 300 GBP/year
