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Faculty of Medical Sciences

We're home to a world-leading collaboration of researchers, doctors and teaching professionals.

We have taught medicine in Newcastle since 1834. We are proud of our rich and vibrant history, which provides a strong foundation for innovation and growth.

We excel in tackling challenges in health and healthcare. We're at the forefront of the translational medicine revolution. 

We turn scientific advances into direct benefits for patients. We enjoy strong partnerships with local NHS Trusts.

Our work has led to major advances in patient healthcare regionally, nationally and internationally.

World-class, research-led teaching

We have a long-standing reputation for being one of the best places to study medical and health sciences. 

We rank highly across both international and national league tables.

We support undergraduate and postgraduate students studying both taught and research programmes.

Latest from Newcastle

Mystery of unexplained kidney disease revealed to patients

Scientists have identified a new method of analysing genomic data in a major discovery that means patients with unexplained kidney failure are finally getting a diagnosis.

Proteins show promise in reducing risks of further heart damage

Compelling new research shows anti-inflammatory molecules reduce the scar size on the heart, leading to improved chances of long-term cardiac function. 

New £1.5m funding to help train technical specialists

Technical specialists have been given a funding boost to enhance new training and development opportunities for Research Technical Professionals nationally.

Trial finds vaccine for common respiratory illness safe and effective

Results from a Moderna-sponsored clinical trial – ConquerRSV – show that a new vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is safe and effective.

National project aims to improve students’ mental health

Students are being encouraged to take part in Nurture-U, a national project which aims to improve their mental health at university.

Budget boost to help put health at the heart of Newcastle’s future

A pioneering development aimed at tackling health and social challenges that will benefit people in the North East and beyond has been given a funding boost in today’s budget.