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Natural Sciences MSci

University Park Campus, Nottingham, UK

Qualification	Entry Requirements	Start Date	UCAS code	Duration	Fees
MSci Hons	A*AA	September 2025	GFC0	4 years full-time	£9,535

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Faculty of Science

Qualification	Entry Requirements	Start Date	UCAS code	Duration	Fees
MSci Hons	A*AA	September 2025	GFC0	4 years full-time	£9,535

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The course is accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences. The accreditation recognises the strength of the degree to students in interdisciplinary science education.

This means the programme has achieved the standards set out in the society’s accreditation framework. It provides students with excellent learning opportunities and skills development to prepare them for future careers in research, education, business or industry.

The course is accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences. The accreditation recognises the strength of the degree to students in interdisciplinary science education.

This means the programme has achieved the standards set out in the society’s accreditation framework. It provides students with excellent learning opportunities and skills development to prepare them for future careers in research, education, business or industry.
Start date:
September 2025

September 2025
IB score

36 points overall or Higher Level Certificates 7,6,6. Alternatively, 34 points overall including Extended Essay A or Higher Level Certificates 6,6,6 plus A in the Extended Essay

IB requirements

IB Diploma: At least 2 of HL Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, Physics, Psychology, Geography and Environmental Systems and Societies. HL5 minimum required except for HL Mathematics Analysis and Approaches – HL6 is required in this subject to study mathematics streams.

IB Higher Level Certificates: HL6 in at least 2 of HL Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, Physics, Psychology, Geography and Environmental Systems and Societies.

IELTS

6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element)

English language requirements

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.

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. 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.

High school qualifications

Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country.

A level

A*AA

Required subjects

To include at least two sciences from: Biology, Chemistry, either Mathematics or Further Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Geology, Geography and Environmental Science/Studies. The specific combination of subjects required depends on your chosen stream - see Year One for full list of required subjects per stream.

Minimum grade A is required in Mathematics or Further Mathematics to study a mathematics stream.
A Pass is normally required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately.

GCSE English and maths at C/4

Excluded subjects

General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Thinking Skills, Global Perspectives

Additional entry requirements

Alternative AAA including an A in EPQ

Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.

Non-UK entry requirements
Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
- Access to HE Diploma
- Advanced Diploma
- BTEC HND/HNC
- BTEC Extended Diploma
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.

RQF BTEC Nationals

All applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma D*DD including acceptable science units
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma D*D + A including acceptable science units
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate grade D plus A Level grades A*A. Required A Levels will depend on the science content of the BTEC qualification.
Access to HE Diploma

All applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:
- Access to HE Diploma 42 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction and 3 graded Level 3 credits at Merit including acceptable science credits
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in an A Level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Foundation progression options

If you didn't take the right A levels to study your chosen degree course or you don't expect to meet the entry requirements but you do meet our specific criteria, there is the option to study the Science with Foundation Year course. If you satisfy the progression requirements (65%) then you can progress to any of the streams without maths in natural sciences.

Learn more about our Science with Foundation Year course. This course is only open to UK students, if you're an EU/International applicant please visit our Kaplan webpage.

Mature students

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.

Visa restrictions

International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.
A level

A*AA

Required subjects

To include at least two sciences from: Biology, Chemistry, either Mathematics or Further Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Geology, Geography and Environmental Science/Studies. The specific combination of subjects required depends on your chosen stream - see Year One for full list of required subjects per stream.

Minimum grade A is required in Mathematics or Further Mathematics to study a mathematics stream.
A Pass is normally required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately.

GCSE English and maths at C/4

Excluded subjects

General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Thinking Skills, Global Perspectives

IB score

36 points overall or Higher Level Certificates 7,6,6. Alternatively, 34 points overall including Extended Essay A or Higher Level Certificates 6,6,6 plus A in the Extended Essay

IB requirements

IB Diploma: At least 2 of HL Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, Physics, Psychology, Geography and Environmental Systems and Societies. HL5 minimum required except for HL Mathematics Analysis and Approaches – HL6 is required in this subject to study mathematics streams.

IB Higher Level Certificates: HL6 in at least 2 of HL Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, Physics, Psychology, Geography and Environmental Systems and Societies.

Additional entry requirements

Alternative AAA including an A in EPQ

Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.

UK entry requirements
Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
- Access to HE Diploma
- Advanced Diploma
- BTEC HND/HNC
- BTEC Extended Diploma
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in an A Level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

RQF BTEC Nationals

All applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma D*DD including acceptable science units
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma D*D + A including acceptable science units
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate grade D plus A Level grades A*A. Required A Levels will depend on the science content of the BTEC qualification.
Access to HE Diploma

All applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:
- Access to HE Diploma 42 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction and 3 graded Level 3 credits at Merit including acceptable science credits
Foundation progression options

If you didn't take the right A levels to study your chosen degree course or you don't expect to meet the entry requirements but you do meet our specific criteria, there is the option to study the Science with Foundation Year course. If you satisfy the progression requirements (65%) then you can progress to any of the streams without maths in natural sciences.

Learn more about our Science with Foundation Year course. This course is only open to UK students, if you're an EU/International applicant please visit our Kaplan webpage.

Mature students

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
UCAS Code:
GFC0

GFC0
International study

If you are interested in studying abroad for a full academic year, choose our BSc Natural Sciences with International Study or MSci Natural Sciences with International Study. It is also possible subject to the necessary progression requirements being achieved, to transfer to these programmes once you are here.

We currently have 26 partners worldwide including partners in North America, Europe, Australasia and South East Asia. Studying abroad gives you the chance to learn about your subjects from a different perspective as well as building your independence and communication skills.

In order to undertake International Study, you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university (60% average in Y1 – 65% for some partners) and meet the selection criteria of both the university and the partner institution.

The marks on your year spent abroad do not count towards your final mark.

Study in Malaysia

If you are studying specific combinations of subjects then you can spend all or part of your second year at our Malaysia campus. The modules you will study will be the same as if you were in the UK (or comparable) which means unlike study abroad you can still complete your degree in three years. All teaching is in English.

Placement year

Natural sciences students have the option to transfer during their degree to a named ‘Natural Sciences with Placement Year’ programme.

Previous students have spent time working for companies including:
- Accenture
- KPMG
- EMEC (East Midlands Environmental Consultants)
- RSPB
- Rolls Royce
A placement provides a unique opportunity to put theory into practice, gain practical experience and build further skills and competencies that will put you a step ahead on the graduate career ladder. Students looking for placements are provided with support through the Careers and Employability Service and a few specialist teams in specific subject areas.

While out on placement each student will be appointed a Placement Tutor who will stay in touch throughout the placement to make sure that everything is going well. Once you have transferred the name of your degree programme will change to include the statement ‘with placement year’, for example, MSci Natural Sciences with placement year. It will then become a five-year course.

Year in Computer Science

You can add to this degree by spending an extra year in the university’s School of Computer Science. This is designed to provide you with training in software development and computing skills to enhance your studies and your career options. You will be able to transfer into this programme from the BSc or MSci course (subject to progression criteria).

You will graduate with a named degree BSc Natural Sciences with a Year in Computer Science.

We recommend that students considering either the Placement Year or the Year in Computer Science programmes apply for the International Study programme as this matches the duration of the programme you will study.
International study

If you are interested in studying abroad for a full academic year, choose our BSc Natural Sciences with International Study or MSci Natural Sciences with International Study. It is also possible subject to the necessary progression requirements being achieved, to transfer to these programmes once you are here.

We currently have 26 partners worldwide including partners in North America, Europe, Australasia and South East Asia. Studying abroad gives you the chance to learn about your subjects from a different perspective as well as building your independence and communication skills.

In order to undertake International Study, you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university (60% average in Y1 – 65% for some partners) and meet the selection criteria of both the university and the partner institution.

The marks on your year spent abroad do not count towards your final mark.

Study in Malaysia

If you are studying specific combinations of subjects then you can spend all or part of your second year at our Malaysia campus. The modules you will study will be the same as if you were in the UK (or comparable) which means unlike study abroad you can still complete your degree in three years. All teaching is in English.

Placement year

Natural sciences students have the option to transfer during their degree to a named ‘Natural Sciences with Placement Year’ programme.

Previous students have spent time working for companies including:
- Accenture
- KPMG
- EMEC (East Midlands Environmental Consultants)
- RSPB
- Rolls Royce
A placement provides a unique opportunity to put theory into practice, gain practical experience and build further skills and competencies that will put you a step ahead on the graduate career ladder. Students looking for placements are provided with support through the Careers and Employability Service and a few specialist teams in specific subject areas.

While out on placement each student will be appointed a Placement Tutor who will stay in touch throughout the placement to make sure that everything is going well. Once you have transferred the name of your degree programme will change to include the statement ‘with placement year’, for example, MSci Natural Sciences with placement year. It will then become a five-year course.

Year in Computer Science

You can add to this degree by spending an extra year in the university’s School of Computer Science. This is designed to provide you with training in software development and computing skills to enhance your studies and your career options. You will be able to transfer into this programme from the BSc or MSci course (subject to progression criteria).

You will graduate with a named degree BSc Natural Sciences with a Year in Computer Science.

We recommend that students considering either the Placement Year or the Year in Computer Science programmes apply for the International Study programme as this matches the duration of the programme you will study.
Additional costs

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses.

Printing

Due to our commitment to sustainability, we don't print lecture notes but these are available digitally.

Books

You will be able to access all of the books you’ll need through our libraries, but you may wish to purchase your own copies of books you use often. If you do most books cost around £20-£50.

Equipment

If your subject stream requires you to work in the laboratory (eg Biology and Chemistry), your tuition fees will cover the cost of a protective lab coat and safety goggles. if you lose these, you are responsible for the cost of replacing them (around £25).

While the calculator you used for your former study is usually sufficient some students will choose to purchase a new calculator which will cost around £10.

Students may want to purchase a Molecular Model Kit to help with visualising molecules in Chemistry these cost £20.

Personal laptops are not compulsory as we have computer labs that are open 24 hours a day but you may want to consider one if you wish to work at home. Find out more about IT equipment.

Field trips

Depending on which pathway you choose there are optional field modules in Earth Science and Ecosystems and Environment which may incur a cost. These range from £30-50 for UK-based day trips to as much as £400 for overseas residential trips. A full list of approximate expected prices for is available at the start of each year.

Other costs

Students will be responsible for the cost of hire of their gown for graduation (around £50) and may need to pay for additional guest tickets.

In addition there may be costs issued by the university for replacement student ID cards, additional transcripts or certification letters, reassessments and library fines.

Scholarships and bursaries

International students

We offer a range of international undergraduate scholarships for high-achieving international scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers.

Tuition fees 2025/26 (UK undergraduate students)

The UK Government has confirmed that the maximum tuition fee for full time UK undergraduate and Initial Teacher Training students studying in England will increase to £9,535 for the 2025/26 academic year. The university will charge the maximum approved fee, which is an increase of £285 per year. For more information, please read our FAQs.

Additional costs

All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses.

Printing

Due to our commitment to sustainability, we don’t print lecture notes but these are available digitally.

Books

You will be able to access all of the books you’ll need through our libraries, but you may wish to purchase your own copies of books you use often. If you do most books cost around £20-£50.

Equipment

If your subject stream requires you to work in the laboratory (eg Biology and Chemistry), your tuition fees will cover the cost of a protective lab coat and safety goggles. if you lose these, you are responsible for the cost of replacing them (around £25).

While the calculator you used for your former study is usually sufficient some students will choose to purchase a new calculator which will cost around £10.

Students may want to purchase a Molecular Model Kit to help with visualising molecules in Chemistry these cost £20.

Personal laptops are not compulsory as we have computer labs that are open 24 hours a day but you may want to consider one if you wish to work at home. Find out more about IT equipment.

Field trips

Depending on which pathway you choose there are optional field modules in Earth Science and Ecosystems and Environment which may incur a cost. These range from £30-50 for UK-based day trips to as much as £400 for overseas residential trips. A full list of approximate expected prices for is available at the start of each year.

Other costs

Students will be responsible for the cost of hire of their gown for graduation (around £50) and may need to pay for additional guest tickets.

In addition there may be costs issued by the university for replacement student ID cards, additional transcripts or certification letters, reassessments and library fines.

Scholarships and bursaries

Home students*

Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary, worth up to £1,000 a year. Full details can be found on our financial support pages.

* A 'home' student is one who meets certain UK residence criteria. These are the same criteria as apply to eligibility for home funding from Student Finance.

Course overview

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.

Find out more about the subjects you can study.

Year one

Year one Year two Year three Year four Additional year

The time in your first year is split equally studying three subjects.

You will choose a subject stream (listed below) in early September following confirmation of your place. This choice is flexible and you can change stream any time up to the end of the first week of study providing you meet stream requirements.

Subject Streams	Required A level subjects
Archaeology-Biology-Chemistry	Biology, chemistry
Archaeology-Biology-Earth Science	Biology, other science*
Archaeology-Earth Science-Chemistry	Chemistry, other science*
Biology-Archaeology-Ecosystems and Environment	Biology, other science*
Biology-Chemistry-Mathematics	Biology, chemistry, mathematics
Biology-Physics-Mathematics	Biology, mathematics, physics
Cancer Sciences-Biology-Chemistry	Biology, chemistry
Cancer Sciences-Biology-Psychology	Biology, other science*
Chemistry-Archaeology-Ecosystems and Environment	Chemistry, other science*
Chemistry-Earth Science-Mathematics	Chemistry, mathematics
Chemistry-Physics-Mathematics	Chemistry, mathematics, physics
Ecosystems and Environment-Earth Science-Archaeology	Any two sciences from list below
Earth Science-Ecosystem and Environment-Biology	Biology, other science*
Ecosystem and Environment-Earth Science-Chemistry	Chemistry, other science*
Ecosystem and Environment-Biology-Chemistry	Biology, chemistry
Earth Science-Biology-Chemistry	Biology, chemistry
Earth Science-Biology-Mathematics	Biology, mathematics
Mathematics-Psychology-Chemistry	Chemistry, mathematics
Physics-Earth Science-Mathematics	Mathematics, physics
Physics-Psychology-Mathematics	Mathematics, physics
Psychology-Biology-Chemistry	Biology, chemistry
Psychology-Biology-Mathematics	Biology, mathematics

*Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Further Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Geology, Geography and Environmental Science/Studies

The majority of modules are compulsory but there are limited optional choices in a few subjects. For indicative modules on each stream, find out more about the subjects you can study.

You choose two of your first-year subjects and continue studying them in greater depth than the first year. Some subjects allow further specialisation within the subject through optional modules and specialisms allowing you to tailor your programme to your interests.

You'll spend more time developing practical skills in this year. This enables you to put what you are learning into practice through field work and practical computing and laboratory classes.

Typical year two modules

For typical year two modules, please visit the natural sciences website.

You continue studying your two chosen subjects at a more advanced level. You have even more flexibility through optional modules to explore your own interests and focus on specialist areas within each subject and can opt to do a major/minor split to study more of your preferred subject.

Emphasis will be put on self-reliance and proactively putting what you have learned in previous years into practice.

Alongside subject content you take the 20 credit synoptic project which provides a broader view of science and its communication and ties together the different subjects through a collaborative group project.

Typical year three modules

For typical year three modules, please visit the natural sciences website.

You spend half your time working on an independent research project to develop the skills needed to pursue a career in research. The project is an opportunity to consolidate learning from previous years and to apply that knowledge in a world-class research environment with the support of university staff.

Alongside your project, you take taught modules which complement your research project, develop your professional research skills and allow you to explore subjects in more depth. There is flexibility for the project and/or the taught modules to focus on a single subject or to be more interdisciplinary in nature.

For more detailed module information about the masters year, please visit the natural sciences website

Year in computer science

You can add to this degree by spending an extra year in the university’s School of Computer Science. This is designed to provide you with training in software development and computing skills to enhance your studies and your career options. You will be able to transfer into this programme from the BSc or MSci course (subject to progression criteria).

You will graduate with a named degree MSci Natural Sciences with a Year in Computer Science.

Course transfers

You can transfer to any of the following:

BSc or MSci programmes
international study programmes
placement year programmes

at any time within the first two years of the course, providing you meet any additional requirements for those programmes.

Extracurricular activities

The Nottingham Internship Scheme provides a range of paid work experience opportunities and internships throughout the year.
The Nottingham Advantage Award is our free scheme to boost your employability. There are over 200 extracurricular activities to choose from.
NatSci Soc organise events throughout the year. You could take part in sports activities, casual social events and the annual boat party. They also arrange an alumni careers event.

You will broaden and deepen your knowledge of scientific ideas and techniques using a wide variety of different methods of study. The majority of teaching is face-to-face.

Teaching methods

Computer labs
Lab sessions
Lectures
Seminars
Tutorials
Workshops
Problem classes
Independent study
Field trips
Placements

Teaching is delivered through a mix of in-person and online methods. The majority of your teaching will be in-person.

Marking criteria are available from each of the individual subjects and how different types of work are assessed is discussed in first-year skills workshops. Your work will be marked in a timely manner and you will receive regular feedback. The pass mark for each module is 40%.

Your final degree classification will be based on marks gained for your second and subsequent years of study. For the MSci degree Year two is worth 20% and Years three and four are worth 40% each.

Assessment methods

Coursework
Group project
Written exam
Research project
Practical write-ups
Lab reports
Poster presentation

You'll study 120 credits a year, typically through 10, 20 or 40 credit modules. One credit equates to approximately 10 hours of work split between formal contact time, self-study, revision and assessment. The number of formal contact hours varies depending on the subjects you are studying but you will typically spend between 18 and 23 hours in your first year in the following classes:

10 to 12 hours per week of lectures
2 hours per week of skills workshops
3 hours per week in problem classes or workshops (subject dependent)
4-8 hours per week in laboratory classes/field work (subject dependent)
1-2 hours per week in tutorials (subject dependent)

There are additional study group sessions which are optional but provide some structure to learning outside of formal classes and the remainder of your time is spent on independent study.

Lectures vary in size from 30 to 400 students in the first year but tend to reduce in size in later years as students specialise more. Practical classes are between 20 and 50 students and may be done in pairs.

Teaching is provided by academic staff within the relevant School with additional support in small group and practical classes from staff, PhD students and post-doctoral researchers.

The knowledge and skills that you will gain from this course can lead to roles working in many areas within and outside of science.

Our graduates have gone on to work as:

Lab Scientist at Lighthouse Lab Services
Commercial Oncology Graduate at Bristol Myers Squibb
Bioinformatician at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
DevOps/Platform Engineer at Metaswitch Networks

Read our alumni profiles for the sort of jobs our graduates go on to do.

Approximately a third pursue careers in the science sector. Taking up roles in chemical, medical or physical labs, in offices and in the field working as analysts, scientists or engineers. About a third of graduates apply their skills to another sector working at some of the top graduate employers in the country in finance, management, sales, logistics and the civil service.

Further study

The remainder go on to further study doing a masters or PhD in a science specialism they wish to focus on. An understanding of the ideas and approaches across science and how the disciplines fit together is a strong background for further study.

Average starting salary and career progression

86.40% of undergraduates from the Faculty of Science secured employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was £27,834.

HESA Graduate Outcomes (2017-2021 cohorts). The Graduate Outcomes % is calculated using The Guardian University Guide methodology. The average annual salary is based on graduates working full-time within the UK.

Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.

Throughout your time with us, our Careers and Employability Service can work with you to improve your employability skills even further; assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.

Have a look at our careers page for an overview of all the employability support and opportunities that we provide to current students.

The University of Nottingham is consistently named as one of the most targeted universities by Britain’s leading graduate employers (Ranked in the top ten in The Graduate Market in 2013-2020, High Fliers Research).

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University undergraduate student studying in Nightingale Hall accommodation's library, University Park

Natural Sciences provided me with an opportunity to experience three subjects, all of which I enjoyed at A-level, during my time at university. This enabled me to delay the decision to specialise and make a more informed choice as to which subjects I would like to pursue further down the road. "

Alex Fieldsend

MSci Natural Sciences

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