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IB requirements at Newcastle University
By Michael Thompson - Head of Teaching Excellence; 15 years as an IB Coordinator
Data checked 6 October 2026
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Offers marked 2027 were checked against the university's own course pages for 2027 entry; the others are as published for 2026 entry. Always confirm on the course page.
Most common offer: 34 points (56 courses)
| Course | IB offer | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Laws in Global Law with Honourswith three subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 36 points2027 | with three subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. |
| Economics and FinanceStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Please see the Additional Information section about further GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. | 34 points2027 | Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Please see the Additional Information section about further GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. |
| Politics and HistoryIncluding Higher Level History Grade 6 | 34 points2027 | Including Higher Level History Grade 6 |
| BSc Honours Computer Science (Cyber Security)Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points2027 | Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. |
| Civil and Structural Engineeringwith Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5. | 32 points2027 | with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5. |
| Mathematics with FinanceWith Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points2027 | With Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. |
| PhysicsWith Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and Physics at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points2027 | With Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and Physics at Higher Level grade 6. |
| Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry32 points overall including Higher Level Chemistry grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points2027 | 32 points overall including Higher Level Chemistry grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. |
| Biology32 points normally including Higher Level Biology at grade 6 or above. Chemistry is preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points2027 | 32 points normally including Higher Level Biology at grade 6 or above. Chemistry is preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. |
| PsychologyA minimum of 34 points, with two subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. At least two sciences at Higher Level are preferred. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language or Literature) to be offered at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. At least one third of all subjects taken must be science/mathematics. We may ask for further information in the form of brief tests. Details about these will be released when required. | 34 points2027 | A minimum of 34 points, with two subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. At least two sciences at Higher Level are preferred. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language or Literature) to be offered at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. At least one third of all subjects taken must be science/mathematics. We may ask for further information in the form of brief tests. Details about these will be released when required. |
| Agri-Business Management32 points overall. Standard level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points2027 | 32 points overall. Standard level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. |
| ArchitectureA minimum of 36 points. Candidates may be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. | 36 points2027 | A minimum of 36 points. Candidates may be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. |
| HistoryHistory required at Higher Level, at grade 6 or above. | 34 points2026 | History required at Higher Level, at grade 6 or above. |
| English Language and LiteratureWith English Literature or English Language and Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5. | 32 points2027 | With English Literature or English Language and Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5. |
Worth knowing
- Published IB offers for the 2026 entry cycle span 30 to 36 points depending on the course (117 courses list an IB offer).
All 117 courses with an IB offer
Every course this university published an IB offer for in the 2026 entry cycle. Search to narrow, and confirm current offers on the course page.
| Course | IB offer |
|---|---|
| Accounting and FinanceStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Please see the Additional Information section about further GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. | 34 points |
| Aerospace Engineering32 points including 6 in Mathematics at Higher Level | 32 points |
| Agri-Business Management32 points overall. Standard level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Agriculture32 points overall with Chemistry and/or Biology at Higher Level. Chemistry and/or Biology should be offered at Standard Level if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Agriculture with Farm Business Management32 points overall with Chemistry and/or Biology at Higher Level. Chemistry and/or Biology should be offered at Standard Level if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Ancient HistoryTo include three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Ancient History and ArchaeologyThree subjects at Grade 5 or above at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Ancient History and History34 points including History at Higher Level Grade 6 | 34 points |
| Animal Science32 points overall including Biology at Higher Level grade 6. Chemistry preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| ArchaeologyThree subjects at Grade 5 or above at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| ArchitectureA minimum of 36 points. Candidates may be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. | 36 points |
| Architecture and Urban PlanningThree subjects at Grade 5 or above at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Bachelor of Laws in Global Law with HonoursWith three subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 34 points |
| Biochemistry34 points with Biology or Chemistry and another science at Higher Level grade 5 or above. We regard Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Biology and Chemistry as acceptable science subjects. Standard Level Chemistry and Biology required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Biology32 points normally including Higher Level Biology at grade 6 or above. Chemistry is preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Biomedical Sciences34 points with Biology or Chemistry and another science at Higher Level grade 5 or above. We regard Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Biology and Chemistry as acceptable science subjects. Standard Level Chemistry and Biology required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Biomedical Sciences (Integrated Masters)34 points with Biology or Chemistry and another science at Higher Level grade 5 or above. We regard Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Biology and Chemistry as acceptable science subjects. Standard Level Chemistry and Biology required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| BSc Honours Computer Science (Cyber Security)Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Business ManagementStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Business, Accounting and Finance (with Work Placements) - Flying Start Degree ProgrammeA minimum of 34 points with three subjects at grade 5 or above at Higher Level preferably including Mathematics. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Chemical Engineering34 points with Mathematics and Chemistry at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 34 points |
| Chemical Engineering (Industry)34 points with Mathematics and Chemistry at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Chemistry33 points overall with Higher Level Chemistry at grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 33 points |
| Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry32 points overall including Higher Level Chemistry grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry (MChem)33 points overall including Higher Level Chemistry grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 33 points |
| Chinese or Japanese StudiesIncluding a modern foreign language at Standard Level (Grade 5) or English if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Civil and Structural Engineering34 points overall including Mathematics at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Civil Engineering32 points overall including Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5 or above. | 32 points |
| Classical StudiesTo included three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Classical Studies and Englishwith English grade 6 at Higher Level or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as HLs in other arts and humanities subjects). | 34 points |
| Cognitive ScienceMathematics or Mathematical Studies to offered at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Combined HonoursA minimum of 34 points including at least two subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 34 points |
| Computer ScienceStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Computer Science (Game Engineering)Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Computer Science (Software Engineering)Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Computing and Mathematics34 points with Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Contemporary and Popular MusicWith Music at Higher Level. Standard Level Music may be considered, but will depend on the combination of subjects being studied. Applicants should be practitioners in a type of contemporary or popular music. | 32 points |
| Data Science34 points with Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Dental TherapyA minimum of 34 points in IB Diploma including Biology at Higher level grade 5 or above. | 34 points |
| Dietetics34 points including Chemistry or Biology at Higher Level grade 5 or above plus one other science (which can include Mathematics, Psychology, Geography) or 32 points including Chemistry and Biology at Higher Level grade 5 or above. Standard Level Chemistry and Biology required at grade 5 and Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English required at grade 4 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 - 34 points |
| EconomicsStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Please see the Additional Information section about further GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. | 34 points |
| Economics and Business ManagementStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Please see the 'Additional information on GCSEs' section. | 34 points |
| Economics and FinanceStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Please see the Additional Information section about further GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. | 34 points |
| Education30 points including three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level. English and Maths at SL grade 5 required if not offered at HL. | 30 points |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering32 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5. | 32 points |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with Industrial Project)34 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Electronics and Computer Engineering32 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5. | 32 points |
| Electronics and Computer Engineering (with Industrial Project)34 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Engineering Foundation year32 points overall with Standard Level Maths grade 5. If you already have, or are currently studying Higher Level Maths, you should apply for one of our degrees without a foundation year. | 32 points |
| English LanguageCandidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. | 32 points |
| English Language and LiteratureWith English Literature or English Language and Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5. | 32 points |
| English Literatureeither including English Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as other arts and humanities subjects). | 34 points |
| English Literature and HistoryIncluding History and either English Literature or English Language and Literature at Higher Level, grade 5. We also welcome applicants with either History or English at higher Level, who will be considered on a case-by-case basis. | 34 points |
| English Literature with Creative WritingEither including English Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as study in other arts and humanities subjects). | 34 points |
| Environmental Science32 points overall including one science subject at Higher Level grade 5 from: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Environmental Science and Physics. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies at Standard Level grade 4 or above if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Film and Media | 32 points |
| Film Practices | 32 points |
| FinanceStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Fine ArtIncluding three subjects at Higher Level grade 5. A key feature of our selection process is the inspection of a portfolio of artwork. We may consider lower offers for candidates where the portfolio is exceptional. | 30 - 34 points |
| Food Business Management and Marketing32 points overall. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies is required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Geography32 points. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 4 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Geography and Urban PlanningA minimum of 32 points with three subjects at Higher level grade 5 or above. | 32 points |
| HistoryHistory required at Higher Level, at grade 6 or above. | 34 points |
| History and ArchaeologyHistory required at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 32 points |
| Human Nutrition30 points overall including Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level Grade 5 or above plus at least one other STEM subject. Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Human Nutrition with Professional Placement30 points including Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level Grade 5 or above plus at least one other STEM subject. Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| International Business Management5 points required from Mathematics or Mathematical Studies at standard level if not offered at higher level. Standard level 5 or grade B in GCSE English and in a Modern Language (e.g. French, German, Spanish) also required if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| International Relations34 points with three subjects at Higher level grade 5 or above. | 34 points |
| Journalism, Media and Culture | 34 points |
| LawTo include 3 subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 34 points |
| LinguisticsCandidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. | 32 points |
| Linguistics with FrenchWith grade 5 in French at Higher Level. Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. | 32 points |
| Linguistics with GermanWith grade 5 in German at Higher Level. Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. | 32 points |
| Linguistics with Japanese/ChineseCandidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. | 32 points |
| Linguistics with SpanishWith grade 5 in Spanish at Higher Level. Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. | 32 points |
| Marine Biology32 points preferably including Biology at Higher Level Grade 6. Chemistry preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Marine Zoology32 points preferably including Biology at Higher Level Grade 6. Chemistry preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| MarketingStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Marketing and ManagementStandard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Mathematics34 points with Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Mathematics and AccountingIncluding Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Mathematics and EconomicsWith Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Mathematics and StatisticsWith Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Mathematics with Business34 points with Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Mathematics with FinanceWith Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Mechanical Engineering34 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 34 points |
| Media, Communication and Cultural Studies | 34 points |
| Modern LanguagesWith Higher Level French or German or Spanish at grade 6 or above. | 32 points |
| Modern Languages and Business StudiesWith Higher Level French or German or Spanish at grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Where a candidate wishes to study a single language from beginners level and does not have a language at IB Higher Level then Grade 5 in a language at IB Standard Level is required. | 32 points |
| Modern Languages and International Relationswith Higher Level in Chinese, French, German or Spanish at grade 6 or above. Where a candidate wishes to study a single language from beginners level and does not have a language at IB Higher Level, a grade 5 in any modern foreign language or English language at IB Standard Level is required. | 32 points |
| Modern Languages and LinguisticsWith Higher Level French or German or Spanish at grade 6 or above. | 32 points |
| Modern Languages, Translation and InterpretingWith Higher Level French or German or Spanish at grade 6 or above. | 32 points |
| MusicWith Music at Higher Level, Standard Level Music may be considered, but will depend on the combination of subjects being studied. | 32 points |
| Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering32 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5. | 32 points |
| Nutrition with Food Marketing30 points including Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level Grade 5 or above plus at least one other STEM subject. Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level | 30 points |
| Nutrition with Food Marketing with Professional Placement30 points including Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level Grade 5 or above plus at least one other STEM subject. Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| PharmacyAt least 5 points required from Higher Level Chemistry and at least 5 points required from at least one of Higher Level Biology, Mathematics or Physics. At least 4 points required from Standard Level Maths or Mathematical Studies if not offered at Higher Level. Offers are made subject to satisfying fitness to practise conditions. Applicants will also be required to undertake an online interview as part of the process. | 34 points |
| PhilosophyA minimum of 32 points with three subjects at Higher level grade 5 or above. | 32 points |
| PhysicsWith Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and Physics at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| Physics Foundation YearGCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics and Physics (or Dual Award Science) required. | 34 points |
| Physics with AstrophysicsWith Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and Physics at Higher Level grade 6. | 34 points |
| PlanningA minimum of 32 points with three subjects at Higher level grade 5 or above | 32 points |
| Politics34 points with three subjects at Higher level grade 5 or above. | 34 points |
| Politics and Economics34 points. Higher Level Mathematics desirable at grade 5 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 6 if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Politics and HistoryIncluding Higher Level History Grade 6 | 34 points |
| Politics and International Relations34 points with three subjects at Higher level grade 5 or above. | 34 points |
| Politics and Sociology | 32 points |
| PsychologyA minimum of 34 points, with two subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. At least two sciences at Higher Level are preferred. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language or Literature) to be offered at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. At least one third of all subjects taken must be science/mathematics. We may ask for further information in the form of brief tests. Details about these will be released when required. | 34 points |
| Sociology | 32 points |
| Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American StudiesWith Higher Level Spanish at grade 6 or above. | 32 points |
| Speech and Language SciencesA minimum of 34 points with three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level including a Core Science, preferably Biology. A core science at grade 6 and Mathematics (or Mathematical Studies) and English at grade 5 required at Standard Level if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Speech and Language TherapyA minimum of 34 points with three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level including 1 Core Science, preferably Biology. A core science at grade 6 and Mathematics (or Mathematical Studies) and English at grade 5 required at Standard Level if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 points |
| Sport and Exercise Science34-36 points overall with at least one science at Higher Level grade 5 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 4 or above if not offered at Higher Level. | 34 - 36 points |
| Sustainable Land and Business Management32 points overall with Mathematics or Mathematical Studies grade 4 at Standard Level if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Theoretical PhysicsMathematics and Physics at Higher Level grade 6 or above. | 34 points |
| Urban PlanningA minimum of 32 points with three subjects at Higher level grade 5 or above. | 32 points |
| Zoology32 points normally including Higher Level Biology at grade 6 or above. Chemistry is preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. | 32 points |
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- ucas.comPer-course IB offers as published in UCAS entry requirements for the 2026 cycle (Newcastle University).
- ncl.ac.ukUniversity website for application route and context.
- wikidata.orgFounding year, student numbers and institution type (Wikidata, CC0).
- ncl.ac.ukCurated course offers checked against the university's own course pages for 2027 entry (October 2026); courses without a published 2027 requirement keep their 2026 label.