International Foundation in Biomedicine, Biology and Pharmacy
Newcastle University International Study Centre
Key Information
Programme overview
- Broaden your subject knowledge of Life Sciences, particularly in the areas of Biomedicine, Biology and Pharmacy.
- Experiment in the university’s modern laboratories and undertake field trips to gather information and material for discussion during seminars.
- Choose your subject area to focus on in your second year. All degrees in our School of Biomedical, Nutritional, and Sport Sciences share a common first year, which means you’ll have the flexibility to shift from one to another.
- Learn at a state-of-the-art study hub at the heart of Newcastle University's campus, with tailored 24/7 support.
- Upon successful completion of this programme, you will be awarded our International Foundation Certificate (RQF Level 3).
Why study at Newcastle University?
- World top 90 for Life Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).
- Specialist facilities such as Biomedical and Biomolecular laboratories, as well as dedicated spaces for food handling, exercise physiology and clinical skills training.
- Provides opportunities to increase your employability through volunteering, internship or paid work as a laboratory assistant or employability assistant.
- Degrees recognised and accredited by professional organisations, including the Royal Society of Biology, Association for Nutrition (AfN) and British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).
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Course Details
International Foundation in Biomedicine, Biology and Pharmacy
Newcastle University International Study Centre
Age Requirement
16
All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university.Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. Some exclusions exist. *Students aiming for certain progression degrees will be required to meet higher requirements.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with 5.0 in writing and a minimum of 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist.Students aiming for certain progression degrees will be required to meet higher English requirements.
iCAS
If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – programme. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.
Apply for one of our iCAS programs
Academic Year 2026/27
21st September 2026 - 25th June 2027
- Term 1: 21st September 2026 - 18th December 2026
- Term 2: 11th January 2027 - 19th March 2027
- Term 3: 5th April 2027 - 25th June 2027
Academic Year 2026/27
4th January 2027 - 3rd September 2027
- Term 1: 4th January 2027 - 19th March 2027
- Term 2: 5th April 2027 - 4th June 2027
- Term 3: 7th June 2027 - 3rd September 2027
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 24,950.00
Enrolment fee (Compulsory)
£ 275.00
Textbooks (Compulsory)
£ 295.00 - 360.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 575.00
Approximate cost
£ 26,095.00 - 26,160.00
The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.
Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
Core modules
Credit Units
| English for Academic Purposes | 40 Credit Units |
| Chemistry | 20 Credit Units |
| Mathematics and Statistics | 20 Credit Units |
| Study Skills (for Foundation) | 20 Credit Units |
Elective modules
| Cells and Molecules | 20 Credit Units |
| Organisms and Environment | 20 Credit Units |
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= Study abroad option availableAfter successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.
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