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Natural Sciences with International Study

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time with time abroad
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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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 BSc with International Study is a four-year degree where you spend your third year studying at one of our partner institutions overseas getting a broader perspective of the subjects that you study. You will develop key skills such as communication, confidence, language and independence. All of these are extremely sought after by employers.

Find out more about the subjects you can study.

Why choose this course?

  • Tailor your degree - Flexibility to study different subjects and modules to suit your interests

  • Accredited degree by the Society for Natural Sciences

  • Interdisciplinary - Learn how to apply knowledge and approaches across disciplinary boundaries

  • Global experience - Spend a year studying overseas as part of your course.

Read what it's like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.

What you will study
You study modules from each of the subjects in their chosen stream gaining comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge. Collaborative 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 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. Our graduates use their knowledge to work for companies including Cancer Research, the National Nuclear Laboratory and Rolls-Royce. You'll also benefit from a global outlook, gained during your time spent abroad.

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-BSc-Hons-U6UNSCIS.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time with time abroad • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 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:
FGY0
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
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
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:
FGY0
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

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.

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.

Access to HE Diploma

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 with 36 points overall including at least two science subjects*, or IB Diploma with 34 points overall including at least two science subjects* plus an A in the Extended Essay component.

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, 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

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)

T Level

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.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

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

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* 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/202526/undergraduate.aspx

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