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Natural Sciences with International Study BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Natural Sciences with International Study BSc (Hons)
**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. Youll 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.
**Study abroad**
The BSc with Intern...
**Explaining Natural Sciences**<br/>Natural sciences allows you to study a combination of science subjects, getting to experience these at university before specialising later in the degree. Youll 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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>**Study abroad**<br/>The BSc with International Study is a four-year degree where you spend your third year studying at one of our partner institutions overseas in places like Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore, North America or Europe. An international year has many employability benefits that will help you in your career. You will develop key skills such as communication, confidence, language and independence. All of these are extremely sought after by employers.<br/><br/>**Subjects available**<br/>Our course offers the flexibility to focus on what interests you. Choose multiple subject combinations from:<br/>- Archaeology<br/><br/><br/>- Biology<br/><br/><br/>- Cancer Sciences<br/><br/><br/>- Chemistry<br/><br/><br/>- Earth Science<br/><br/><br/>- Ecosystem and Environment<br/><br/><br/>- Maths<br/><br/><br/>- Physics<br/><br/><br/>- Psychology<br/><br/><br/>**What you will study**<br/>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.<br/><br/>**Careers**<br/>Youll graduate with the knowledge and technical skills to take a broad scientific approach to help tackle todays complex problems. Our graduates use their knowledge to work for companies including Cancer Research, the National Nuclear Laboratory and Rolls-Royce. Youll also benefit from a global outlook, gained during your time spent abroad.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
FGY0
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,A,B
This is required in addition to achieving AA in the Scottish Advanced Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36
34
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.
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 Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
This is required in addition to achieving AAAAB in the Scottish Highers. Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,D3,M1
Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
Extended Project
A
This qualification is considered alongside 3 A-levels (or equivalent)
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.
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.
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 level
A*,A,A
A,A,A
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.
T Level
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This qualification can be accepted as equivalent to a non-science A Level.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £30,750 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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