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Natural Sciences

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 20 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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Course summary

Course overview
Natural sciences is a degree programme that allows you to study more than one science subject for the duration of your degree. In your first year, you will study three subjects, building a strong foundation and experiencing what these are like at university, before selecting the two that most interest you to continue to degree level. Our flexible structure allows you to develop core knowledge and skills in each of your subjects while exploring your interests, preparing you for further study or careers in those fields.

Global challenges like energy, sustainability, and health require solutions that go beyond a single discipline. There is a growing demand for individuals who can integrate knowledge across fields, take a broader perspective, and bridge disciplinary gaps. Our core modules are designed to cultivate these abilities, learning to approach problems from multiple angles, connect ideas, and communicate effectively across disciplines. This equips you with the skills needed to come up with innovative solutions to complex problems, making you highly attractive to employers.

Find out more about the subjects you can study.

What you will study

Nottingham’s research beacons use interdisciplinary approaches to tackle global challenges. This research directly informs your studies, with academics bringing the latest developments into the classroom.

You will study modules from each of the subjects in their chosen stream, gaining comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge. You will 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 at Nottingham are designed to foster a strong cohort identity and guide your academic development, encouraging 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 in year four, 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

Our degree opens up broad horizons. Natural Sciences graduates possess strong knowledge, practical skills, technical proficiency and adaptability, preparing them for a range of careers in clinical science, environmental fields, pharmaceuticals, energy and more.

You will graduate with the knowledge and technical skills to take an interdisciplinary scientific approach to help tackle today's complex problems.

Why choose this course?
Course highlights

  • Flexibility to choose subjects and modules that match your academic interests and career goals.

  • Boost your employability with a work placement, study abroad or a year in computer science or data analytics and AI.

  • Actively engage with the course community through roles in representation, mentoring and NatSci Soc, where you can make friends, develop career skills and network with like-minded students.

Proven results

  • We’re a top 20 UK and top 100 world university (QS World University Rankings 2026).

  • The average starting salary for natural sciences undergraduates within 15 months of graduation was £28,567 (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2021/22-2022/23).

Modules

Course 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-BSc-Hons.html

Assessment method

For detailed information about the course assessment methods please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Natural-Sciences-BSc-Hons.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 20 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
FGC0
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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
13 January 2027

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:
FGC0
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
A*AA

At least two sciences from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Further Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Geology, Environmental science and Psychology.

The specific combination of subjects required depends on your chosen stream. See Year 1 subject stream table on the course page for more information: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Natural-Sciences-BSc-Hons.html

If you would like to study a stream requiring mathematics, grade A is required in A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

A Pass in the practical endorsement is typically required in science A Levels where this is assessed separately.

T Level
D*

Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
AAAAB

This is required in addition to achieving AA in the Scottish Advanced Highers.

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 42 Merit: 3

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.

At least two sciences from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Geology, Environmental science and Psychology.

The specific combination of subjects required depends on your chosen stream. See Year 1 subject stream table on the course page for more information: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Natural-Sciences-BSc-Hons.html

If you would like to study a stream requiring mathematics, grade A is required in Mathematics.

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.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 36

IB Diploma 36 points overall including at least two science subjects at Higher Level 6. Alternatively, 766 in three Higher Level certificates including at least two science subjects.

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 subjects required depends on your chosen stream. See Year 1 subject stream table on the course page for more information: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Natural-Sciences-BSc-Hons.html

If you would like to study a stream requiring mathematics, HL6 is required in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A*-A

This qualification is accepted as a non-science A-level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended 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.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

C/4 in English and Mathematics.

Applicants to this course may be eligible for our Additional Qualifications Offer Reduction Scheme. If you achieve a grade A in an EPQ, Core Maths*, IB Extended Essay or additional AS level qualification* then you will receive a one grade reduced offer for this course.

Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer or receive an alternative offer based on taking four A levels, your additional qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

  • Additional eligibility requirements apply. View further details on this scheme:
    https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/articles/applying/entry-requirements.html

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5No less than 6.0 in each element. As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/international-applicants/english-language/english-language-requirements.aspx For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/cele/pre-sessional/index.aspx). Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.

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.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

International entry requirements

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Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
InternationalTBC
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050*

* 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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