BSc Natural Sciences
About this course
BSc in Natural Sciences, a natural sciences degree exploring interdisciplinary approaches to scientific inquiry. Core topics include Research Methods. The course features a broad first year leading to a specialism from the second year, alongside options for studying abroad. The first year offers optional study across biological, chemical, and earth sciences modules such as Molecular Cell Biology, Chemical Foundations, History of Life, and Dynamic Earth. The second year includes Science Communication. The third year centres on the compulsory Natural Sciences Research Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA (Mathematics and at least one of Biology, Chemistry and Physics required. Biology, Chemistry or Physics preferred as third subject.) IB: 39 points (A total of 19 points in three higher level subjects including grade 6 in Mathematics and at least one of Biology, Chemistry and Physics, with no higher level score below 5. For Mathematics, the programme will accept either ‘Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Applications and Interpretation’ at higher level. Biology, Chemistry and Physics preferred as third subject.)
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What students say
Based on about 49 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 84%
- Organisation and management: 68%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 25%
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 45%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 5%
- Scotland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- 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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Cells to Organisms
- Chemical Foundations
- Basic Organic Chemistry
- Basic Physical Chemistry
- History of Life
- Dynamic Earth
- Surface Processes
- The Earth
- Science Policy
- Science Communication
- Natural Sciences Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Natural Sciences at University College London earn?
The median salary is £32,500 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £41,000.
What do graduates of BSc Natural Sciences at University College London do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Natural Sciences at University College London?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Natural Sciences at University College London?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 39 points in the IB. The average entrant had 177 UCAS points.
Is BSc Natural Sciences at University College London accredited?
Yes. 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.
How many students continue on BSc Natural Sciences at University College London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.