MSci Natural Sciences
About this course
MSci (Hons) in Natural Sciences, a natural sciences degree spanning multiple scientific and mathematical disciplines through flexible study pathways. Core topics include Microelectronics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Environmental Analysis, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students complete a major research project and advanced level training in later study, with the option to undertake an industry placement year. The first year introduces foundational subjects across pathways such as the Chemistry and Bioscience pathway, the Chemistry and Mathematics pathway, and the Geography and Physics pathway, featuring modules like Fundamental Synthetic Chemistry, Mathematics for Problem Solving, Biochemistry and Cell Biology, and Linear Algebra and Geometry 1. The second year builds competence through interdisciplinary science and pathway-specific study, including modules such as Structure and Reactivity 2, Mathematical Methods 3, Core Physics IV: Thermal and Statistical Physics, and Earth Surface Processes and Landforms. The third year continues with advanced pathway modules and an Interdisciplinary Research Project alongside options like Complex Analysis, Modern Aspects of Organic Chemistry, and Advanced Processing Methods. The final fourth year provides advanced level training and further independent investigation through an Interdisciplinary Research Project alongside specialized optional modules.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA including two or three sciences dependent on the chosen pathway. Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics. IB: 38 (7,6,6 HL) including two or three sciences at HL. Dependent on the chosen pathway. BTEC: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus A level grades A*A from two sciences.
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 69%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 200 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 8%
- East Midlands: 17%
- West Midlands: 12%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 16%
- South East: 16%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership.
- An accredited degree will demonstrate commitment to embedded interdisciplinarity whilst ensuring that students study at appropriate breadth and depth across science disciplines. It providers relevant knowledge and skills in the sciences, while also enhancing interdisciplinary and transferable skills.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Chemistry and Bioscience pathway
- Chemistry and Mathematics pathway
- Chemistry and Physics pathway
- Chemistry and Materials pathway
- Mathematics and Bioscience pathway
- Mathematics and Physics pathway
- Physics and Bioscience pathway
- Physics and Materials pathway
- Bioscience and Materials pathway
- Geography and Materials pathway
- Geography and Mathematics pathway
- Geography and Physics pathway
- Geography and Chemistry pathway
- Chemistry and Bioscience pathway
- Chemistry and Mathematics pathway
- Chemistry and Physics pathway
- Chemistry and Materials pathway
- Mathematics and Bioscience pathway
- Mathematics and Physics pathway
- Physics and Bioscience pathway
- Physics and Materials pathway
- Bioscience and Materials pathway
- Geography and Mathematics pathway
- Geography and Materials pathway
- Geography and Physics pathway
- Geography and Chemistry pathway
- Bioscience pathway
- Chemistry pathway
- Geography pathway
- Materials pathway
- Mathematics pathway
- Physics pathway
- Chemistry and Bioscience pathway
- Chemistry and Mathematics pathway
- Chemistry and Physics pathway
- Chemistry and Materials pathway
- Mathematics and Bioscience pathway
- Mathematics and Physics pathway
- Physics and Bioscience pathway
- Physics and Materials pathway
- Bioscience and Materials pathway
- Geography and Mathematics pathway
- Geography and Materials pathway
- Geography and Physics pathway
- Geography and Chemistry pathway
- Bioscience pathway
- Chemistry pathway
- Geography pathway
- Materials pathway
- Mathematics pathway
- Physics pathway
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Natural Sciences at Loughborough University earn?
The median salary is £31,500 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £36,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,500 and £47,000.
What do graduates of MSci Natural Sciences at Loughborough University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Natural Sciences at Loughborough University?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Natural Sciences at Loughborough University?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level. The average entrant had 147 UCAS points.
Is MSci Natural Sciences at Loughborough University accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership. An accredited degree will demonstrate commitment to embedded interdisciplinarity whilst ensuring that students study at appropriate breadth and depth across science disciplines. It providers relevant knowledge and skills in the sciences, while also enhancing interdisciplinary and transferable skills.
Does MSci Natural Sciences at Loughborough University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MSci Natural Sciences at Loughborough University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.