BSc (Hons) Applied Science (Biotechnology) (Part-Time)

64 UCAS points (from Science related subjects).

Once your application has been reviewed, you may be invited to attend an interview at Newcastle College University Centre.

If you are a current Newcastle College student and successfully meet the published Level 3 entry criteria in an appropriate subject[s], you will be guaranteed a place on this course.

Applicants are normally expected to have achieved grade 4 (C) or higher in GCSE Maths and English or the Level 2 equivalent (i.e. Functional Skills or Adult Literacy/Numeracy).      

Applicants must be employed in the Science industry in order to complete this course part-time.

At Newcastle College University Centre we welcome applications from students studying new T-Level qualifications.

Further details on our entry requirements can be found here.

Year One

• Basic Concepts in Chemistry
• Biological Molecules
• Introduction to Biotechnology
• Personal Development
• Academic Development
• Cell Biology and Microbiology
• Maths for Scientists
• Work Related Learning

Year Two

• Biochemical Interactions
• Ensuring Quality- Legislation and Statistics
• Work Based Learning
• Immunology and Pharmacology
• Protein Manufacture and Analysis
• Professional Development

Year Three

• New and Emerging Science
• Advanced Techniques in Biotechnology
• Science and the Environment

Year Four

• Laboratory Operations and Management
• Honours Project

• Laboratory sessions
• Independent study
• Seminars
• Lectures
• Guest speakers

• Essays
• Portfolio work
• Practical work
• Presentations
• Personal reflections
• Timed assessments

As part of our work-ready guarantee, you will be supported to achieve Registered Scientist licensiate status, which is awarded by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

You will also have the opportunity to obtain qualifications in IOSHH, manual handling, working at heights and/or MS Office.

Once you complete this part-time course, you can either progress onto another level of education such as a PGCE in Science or a Masters degree in Business or Science, or you can enter industry.

Tuition fees vary depending on the course and mode of study. Read more about tuition fees and financial support.

Fees for international students vary depending on the course. Find out more about international fees and payments.

It's important that you know what your tuition fee includes and what other costs you'll need to plan for. Read what your fee includes here.