Natural sciences opens a window into understanding the world — from the tiniest particles to the vastness of the cosmos. By exploring disciplines like physics, chemistry, biology, and earth sciences, or engaging in big science experimentation like BIFoR FACE, we uncover the rules that shape nature and solve real-world problems at the interface of disciplines. Studying natural sciences sharpens critical thinking, nurtures curiosity, and equips you with skills valued in research, technology, environmental protection, and beyond. It is about developing an interdisciplinary approach, blending diverse scientific fields to ignite your curiosity and shape your future with a unique scientific education. Why Study Natural Sciences at Birmingham? **Develop your expertise in interdisciplinary science and follow your curiosity - Your journey will typically revolve around one primary subject, your Major, which will become your specialist discipline. Alongside your major and the core Natural Sciences modules that help develop your capacity as an interdisciplinary scientist; you will have the freedom to explore other subjects that ignite your curiosity. Create your unique expertise - - Our approach to Natural Sciences ensures you gain a broad and versatile scientific education. Complement your Major with one, two or three additional subjects, crafting an original portfolio of expertise that builds on your interests and sets you apart. Flexible graduation options - At the end of your degree, you have the flexibility to graduate with a Natural Sciences degree, either with or without a major specialism, depending on your chosen modules. For more information on our Pathways please see The University of Birmingham programme Page
A Level: AAA | including Maths and 1 required science from Physics, Chemistry or Biology | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 32 UCAS points | 6, 6, 6 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) | BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are accepted, but subjects are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further guidance.
The University will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. For the 2027 year of entry, we expect that the tuition fee for your first year of study will be £10,050. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees to you without delay. For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above. If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter. — 2027 provisional
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