Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Oral and Dental Health Sciences (Dental Hygiene and Therapy)

at Newcastle University United Kingdom

The Foundations in Clinical Psychology master's degree offers world-class tuition and pastoral support. From this, you'll gain key knowledge and understanding. It will equip you with all the skills you need to enter the world of clinical psychology and research. This MSc does not require extensive psychology experience. You may be an intercalating MBBS student.

You'll learn through:

• Expert-led clinical
• Health and forensic psychology
• Cultural and historical perspectives on mental health issues
• Research apprenticeships.

The course provides you with a sound basis to apply for an assistant psychologist post. You'll gain academic and research skills to apply for further training. You must also have relevant work experience to explore this. This may include the following vocational training:

• Doctoral training in clinical psychology
• Training as a forensic psychologist
• Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) programmes

This four-year Linguistics with Spanish degree concentrates on developing your understanding of how we communicate, and the growth of language in the brain.

You'll explore linguistics in the context of English and Spanish. You'll focus on the structure, history and social aspects of the English language and language in general. You will build a foundation of skills and knowledge to pursue many career paths.

You will study Spanish from an intermediate or advanced level depending on your previous experience. Building your fluency in Spanish alongside your study of linguistics will give you a unique perspective on the language.

In your third year, you'll immerse yourself in Spanish culture as you spend the year in a Spanish-speaking country. You'll further improve your language skills and confidence. You'll also gain a first-hand appreciation for the language in context.

Employers will value the combination of skills you develop on this joint honours degree.

You explore modern accounting theory and practice, such as:

• Financial accounting
• Company accounts
• Corporate finance

You also develop a thorough grounding in mathematics and statistics, including:

• Differential equations
• Probability

Many of our accountancy modules carry exemptions from accrediting bodies and/or are based on real case studies, helping you prepare for a professional career.

Our British History MA is the only master's in history of its kind in the UK. It provides you with the opportunity to study the political, social, economic and cultural history of the British Isles. 

This history master's covers a wide range of British history from early medieval to modern periods. It includes:

• Ideas and influences
• Reform and reaction
• Intensive teaching in the methodologies and concepts used by historians

The course is flexible. You can choose taught modules covering the periods of history and subjects that most interest you.

You'll study biodiversity and conservation in the context of a range of UK ecosystems including woodland, grassland and moor in this master's in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

You'll develop practical skills in habitat assessment and species identification. You'll also:

• Expand your academic understanding
• Contribute to relevant research
• Meet local practitioners

This master's in conservation is suitable for graduates with a background in ecology, biology and environmental science. It would also suit those with an interest in wildlife who are seeking a career change towards conservation, habitat management or ecological consultancy.

You'll benefit from our strong links with public and private sector organisations including:

• Northumberland National Park
• Natural England
• local Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty
• local Wildlife Trusts
• Forestry Commission
• National Trust
• local ecological consultancies 

You'll be taught by lecturers who are experienced in industry and research. They are passionate about sharing their knowledge and experience with students. Fields of interest include:

• Moorland dynamics and restoration
• Grassland community conservation and ecology
• Soil quality and interactions with plants
• Sustainable farming systems and agro-ecology
• Soil-carbon dynamics
• Rewilding
• Urban agriculture and greening
• Human influences on the distribution of plants and lichens

This degree explores how cell components are formed and interact at a molecular level. You'll develop your understanding of what causes diseases such as cancer, and how powerful new technologies can be used in drug design and synthesis.

We're a National Centre of Excellence in biomedical research and our world-leading, expert staff teach on our degree programmes. This means you graduate with cutting-edge knowledge in human health and disease.

Biochemistry is the study of life at the molecular level and this degree mainly focuses on human body functions. You’ll also explore the chemical processes that occur in cells of other living organisms, from bacteria to humans.

Alongside improving your knowledge and skills in molecular biology, biomedical sciences and biotechnology, you'll also learn industry-standard analytical techniques, which are used to discover or design new drugs.

BSc or MSci?
Some of our degrees are offers at two levels:

• Three-year Bachelor of Science (BSc)
• Four-year Master in Science (MSci)
• Our MSci degrees include an additional year of advanced study at master’s level, where you will gain additional research and practical experience to increase your employability and have the opportunity to work alongside our world-leading experts.

This master's in Chemistry provides an overview of chemistry topics as practised in modern research. You'll receive speciality training in areas of organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry.

Through this MSc Chemistry you'll achieve a high level of research competence. The research project and dissertation will provide you with training in tackling a significant research problem. You'll also develop skills to communicate the results of these research problems.

You'll get experience in relevant aspects of laboratory work. This includes COSHH and safety.

You'll gain specialist knowledge and understanding through lectures, seminars and workshops. You'll take part in taught laboratory classes. You'll perform carefully designed and tested experiments.

Our Pharmacology BSc Honours degree focuses on developing your practical and scientific understanding of pharmacology, toxicology and the human body. It will set you on the path for a career at the forefront of the pharmaceutical industry.

We are a National Centre of Excellence in biomedical research and our world-leading and expert staff will lead the teaching on your degree. This ensures you will graduate with a cutting-edge knowledge of pharmacology.

You will study a range of topics, including:

• Drug development
• Pharmacogenetics
• Microbiology and immunology
• Anti-cancer drugs

You will develop practical biomedical and research skills, and the most up-to-date laboratory and clinical approaches used in pharmacology. You'll also gain an in-depth knowledge of a wide range of drug classes.

Our course provides in-depth knowledge of the major areas that underpin operations and supply chain.

Our Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc helps to improve business performance with an integrated approach to operations, logistics and supply chain management.

Organisations are always looking for ways to:

• Reduce costs
• Shorten production and distribution times
• Identify areas of sub optimisation
• Better manage operational risks

This allows them to develop and maintain a competitive advantage.

You'll improve your knowledge and understanding of how an integrated approach to operations management can positively impact business performance and sustainability.

You'll learn how to advance the effectiveness and competitiveness of organisations. You'll apply the knowledge and skills you develop in a thorough systematic, informed and creative way.

Dentistry involves the treatment and prevention of a wide range of diseases of the mouth – from tooth decay to oral cancer.

This degree is professionally accredited by the General Dental Council. It entitles graduates to practice anywhere in the UK and in many other countries.

At Newcastle, our work has worldwide impact. You'll be taught by some of the top academics and internationally renowned experts in their field.

You'll study and practice in world-class facilities including our hi-tech Clinical Simulation Unit. You'll also attend lectures and clinics in purpose-built facilities at one of the largest integrated teaching and hospital complexes in the country.

This course involves high levels of clinical practice in our specialist clinics, alongside theoretical aspects of dentistry, covering:

• Human structure
• Function
• Behaviour
• Clinical dental studies
• Related sciences