Biomedical Sciences MSci Honours

One of the best parts of studying Biomedical Sciences at Newcastle is how much of your learning happens through real, hands-on experience. From your very first year you’ll be in the lab, running experiments in bright, modern teaching spaces and getting used to the kind of equipment you’ll later see in professional research labs. You won’t just be memorising theory—you’ll be learning how to actually do science, alongside researchers who are leaders in their fields. And with dedicated study spaces, computer clusters, and the specialist Walton Medical Library, you’ll always have the tools and support to push your learning further.

Here’s how Newcastle brings your studies to life:

• Teaching laboratories designed for real practice – refurbished in 2018, these labs are built to give you space and confidence to run experiments in groups and learn professional lab routines.

• Specialist research facilities on your doorstep – you’ll have access to advanced equipment and units like Bio-Imaging, Flow Cytometry, Genomics, Electron Microscopy, and even CL3 Infectious Disease labs, all part of the Medical School.

• Walton Medical Library – a specialist health sciences library, right inside the medical school building, packed with the textbooks and journals you’ll need for projects and revision.

• Hi-tech computer clusters and study zones – perfect for analysing experimental data, working on assignments, or collaborating with classmates outside the lab.

• Placement year option – you can choose to spend a year working in industry, healthcare, or research between your second and third year, giving you invaluable professional experience before you graduate.

• Research-driven projects – especially in your later years, you’ll work on independent projects in world-class facilities, guided by Newcastle scientists at the forefront of biomedical discovery.

All of this means that by the time you graduate, you won’t just have a degree—you’ll have years of real experience in research environments, plus the confidence and skills that employers and postgraduate programs are looking for.

One of the biggest advantages of studying Biomedical Sciences at Newcastle is how well it sets you up for the future. Many graduates go straight into science and healthcare roles such as research technician, clinical specialist, laboratory analyst, or clinical data associate. Others take what they’ve learned here and move into related areas like pharmaceuticals, biotech, or even scientific writing.

Here’s how Newcastle helps you get there:

• Dedicated career support – you’ll have access to employability fairs, industrial placements, internships, CV and interview clinics, plus the university’s ncl+ initiative, which gives you extra training and experiences to make you stand out.

• Strong career outcomes – graduates often continue to further training (like medicine, PhDs, or teaching) before stepping into permanent roles in high-demand science and healthcare sectors.

• Industry connections – throughout your degree, you’ll meet employers through site visits, guest lectures, and optional placements, helping you build valuable professional networks before you even graduate.

• Royal Society of Biology accreditation – your degree carries this professional recognition, which is respected worldwide and shows employers and institutions that your training meets high standards.

• Diverse career pathways – whether in research, pharmaceuticals, biotech, healthcare, education, or R&D, Newcastle’s Biomedical Sciences graduates leave with the skills and confidence to succeed.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’d like to continue your studies after the MSci, you’ll be in a great position to move into a PhD, take on a specialist Master’s degree, or even apply for medicine or dentistry. Some graduates also choose to gain a teaching qualification, opening doors to education careers.