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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    26-SEP-26

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

Enrich your understanding of all cellular life.By combining aspects of biology and chemistry, this course studies modern biochemistry at the molecular level, to enable students to understand the biological processes that influence all living organisms. As a Biochemistry graduate, you will leave Northumbria University with the skills to prepare you for a future of life-long learning and a choice of careers, across a variety of scientific discipline areas including:- The chemical and pharmaceutical industries- Food and nutrition industries- Healthcare industry- Research and academia


Extended Degree

This extended degree provides an alternative route to higher education and supports those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements for an undergraduate degree. It includes a foundation year which has been designed to provide fundamental scientific knowledge and skills in a range of science fields.


What will I learn in my Foundation Year?

Your foundation year will give you a practical introduction to biology, chemistry, food science and forensic science, establishing your laboratory skills, basic numeracy skills, data handling, ICT and study skills. You’ll be taught in large, modern, well-equipped labs with audio-visual facilities to enhance our ability to demonstrate techniques or interesting observations.The foundation year of the course delivered at level 3 which develops your ability to study in Higher Education is not accredited. Subsequent levels and years are accredited and deliver the knowledge, competencies, and skills required to meet the specific course accreditation requirements that relate to the approved accredited award title.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Northumbria University, Newcastle

Northumbria University, Newcastle

  • University League Table

    37th

  • Campus address

    Northumbria University, Northumberland Building, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 8ST, England

Free support for applicants through in-country visits, fairs, webinars, and one-to-one chats, provided by global and UK-based teams.
Northumbria is based in the heart of multicultural Newcastle, famous for its safety and friendliness. Accommodation is only a short walk from campus.
Newcastle is known for its affordability, with a low cost of living that helps your money go further.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    43rd out of 91 13

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    127 58%

    46th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    41st

    24
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    61st

    28

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