Biotechnology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biotechnology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
From engineering microbes that clean industrial waste to redesigning cancer diagnostics, biotechnology sits at the intersection of life science and the solutions the world urgently needs. BSc (Hons) Biotechnology at Northumbria places you at the heart of that work - training you to think critically across molecular biology, bioinformatics, and industrial application in a course built for the post-genomics age.
Practical laboratory training runs throughout, building the experimental confidence and technical rigour that employers in this field look for. You can extend your st...
From engineering microbes that clean industrial waste to redesigning cancer diagnostics, biotechnology sits at the intersection of life science and the solutions the world urgently needs. BSc (Hons) Biotechnology at Northumbria places you at the heart of that work - training you to think critically across molecular biology, bioinformatics, and industrial application in a course built for the post-genomics age.
Practical laboratory training runs throughout, building the experimental confidence and technical rigour that employers in this field look for. You can extend your studies with an optional placement year or a year abroad, and a final year independent research project gives you the chance to contribute something original to your field.
Based in Newcastle, you'll study in a city with a growing science and technology community, well-placed to connect with the sector as you develop your expertise.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B87-B30
Institution Code
N77
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112.0
Standard Offer 112 UCAS Tariff Points From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Find out how many points your qualifications are worth by using the UCAS Tariff calculator: www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator Contextual Admissions 96 UCAS Tariff points Northumbria University is committed to supporting all individuals to achieve their ambitions and we understand that every applicant’s circumstances can be different, which is why we take a flexible approach and assess your individual circumstances and potential when reviewing your application. To find out more, review our Northumbria Entry Requirement Essential Information page for further details www.northumbria.ac.uk/entryrequirementsinfo Subject Requirements: Applicants will need Grade B in A Level Biology, or recognised equivalent. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths, Statistics, or Physics and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or equivalents. International Qualifications: We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above. If you have qualifications from outside the UK, find out what you need by visiting www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades in our English Language section: www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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