Natural Sciences
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: GFC0 | Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: GFC0 | Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
Grades of AAA will be considered alongside an A in the Extended Project Qualification. Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
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)
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
Extended Project
This qualification is considered alongside 3 A-levels (or equivalent)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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.
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
Scottish Advanced Higher
This is required in addition to achieving AAAAB in the Scottish Highers. Subjects required depend on your chosen pathway.
Scottish Higher
This is required in addition to achieving AA in the Scottish Advanced Highers.
Considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact the School for further information.
This qualification can be accepted as equivalent to a non-science A Level.
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About this course
**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 during the second and third years.
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.
**Subjects available**
Our course offers the flexibility to focus on what you are interested in. You can continue to study familiar subjects but can also study subjects you may not have studied before.
You can choose multiple subject combinations from:
- Archaeology
- Biology
- Cancer Sciences
- Chemistry
- Ecosystems and Environment
- Earth Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
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-MSci-Hons-U7UNATRS.html
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