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Natural Sciences with International Study
Msci (Hon) · 5 Years · Full-time with time abroad · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateUniversity Park Campus
Course summary
Explaining Natural Sciences
Natural sciences allows you to study a combination of science subjects getting to experience these at university before specialising later in the degree. You'll choose a combination of three subjects (called a stream) in your first year and study two subjects to degree level from your second year onwards.
You can continue to study familiar subjects but can also study subjects you may not have studied before such as archaeology, cancer sciences, earth science, the environment or psychology. Our course offers the flexibility to focus on what you are interested in, develop a wide range of knowledge and skills and understand how scientific disciplines fit together.
The MSci degree adds a further year of advanced study to the standard BSc focusing on one subject in your final year. This is designed to enhance your research, analytical and project management skills.
Find out more about the subjects you can study.
Why choose this course?
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Tailor your degree - Flexibility to study different subjects and modules to specialise in the areas that interest you .
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Add something extra - Opportunities for industrial placements, study abroad and a year in computer science which enhance your employability and development.
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Interdisciplinary - Accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences - – recognised as ‘offering outstanding interdisciplinary science education’
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Strong Community – Connect with students across years and the alumni network. Engage in the course community through representation, mentoring, and the student society, gaining valuable experience.
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Research experience - Get involved in real-world research working alongside academics and researchers working at the frontiers of their field in modern research environments.
What you will study
You study modules from each of the subjects in their chosen stream gaining comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge. You learn alongside students from single-subject degrees, so the quality of the teaching and the depth of study is the same but you have a broader scope across multiple disciplines
Course-specific modules in the second and third year, encourage you to understand theories and ideas from different areas of science and explore how they work together. A highlight of the course is the synoptic project where you work on a collaborative group project with students from other streams. You will bring your individual expertise to the project and find new ways to apply the knowledge from your learning in previous years.
Careers
You'll graduate with the knowledge and technical skills to take a broad scientific approach to help tackle today's complex problems. During the masters year you gain specialist experience in a professional research environment through an independent research project. This is good preparation for research job roles within industry, or if you are considering a PhD.
Modules
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Natural-Sciences-with-International-Study-MSci-Hons-U7UNSCIS.html
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- University Park Campus
Study options
- Msci (Hon) • Full-time with time abroad • 5 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- GFY0
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Nottingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- GFY0
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - A*AA - AAA
Grades of AAA will be considered alongside an A in the Extended Project Qualification or Level 3 Core Maths qualification. Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
A 1-grade lower offer will only be considered for applicants studying a Level 3 Core Maths qualification where A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics has not been studied.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 42 credits M: 3 credits P: 0 credits
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Scottish Higher - AAAAB
This is required in addition to achieving AA in the Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Scottish Advanced Higher - AA
This is required in addition to achieving AAAAB in the Scottish Highers.
Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 - 34 points
IB Diploma 36 points overall including at least two science subjects*, or IB Diploma 34 points overall including at least two science subjects plus an A in the Extended Essay.
Alternatively, 766 in three Higher Level certificates including at least two science subjects, or 666 in three Higher Level certificates including at least two science subjects plus an A in the Extended Essay.
Higher Level 6,6 is required at least two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, Mathematics Applications and Interpretations, Physics, Psychology, Geography and Environmental Systems and Societies. The specific combination of subject required depends on your chosen stream – see our prospectus for a full list of required subjects by stream.
If Maths is a required subject for your chosen stream, you must be studying Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches - not Applications and Interpretations.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - A* - A
This qualification can be accepted as equivalent to a non-science A Level.
Extended Project - A
This qualification is considered alongside 3 A-levels (or equivalent)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, M1
Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) - A
This qualification is considered alongside 3 A-levels (or equivalent). Level 3 Core Maths qualifications from other awarding bodies are also acceptable:
- Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context
- OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths A (MEI)
- OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths B (MEI)
A 1-grade lower offer will only be considered for applicants studying a Level 3 Core Maths qualification where A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics has not been studied.
T Level - D*
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above are required.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.
We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 3 other natural sciences courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A*
- Highest grades
- AAB
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.
How do you compare?
See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £33000* | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| International | £33000* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx
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