University course · real outcomes from HESA / Discover Uni · part of Careermash
University degree
Natural Sciences
University Academy 92 Limited
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Robin · your guide
Here's the honest picture on this course - what you'd study, whether you'd likely get in, what it pays, and where it leads. Everything's real data.
About this course
There are many complex challenges in the world today which require scientists who can work at the interface of many disciplines, so if you love science, and want to study more than one subject as well as gain valuable experience in the workplace, study a BSc Hons Natural Sciences (Placement Year) with us. We offer one of the longest running and most flexible Natural Sciences degree schemes in the country. Choose pathways from 17 subject areas across the physical and life sciences and connect with staff and students at the cutting-edge of these disciplines.
It’s a challenging degree, and the reward is that you are uniquely positioned when you graduate, which opens a wealth of career options.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
128-143 pts25%
144-159 pts30%
160-175 pts25%
192-207 pts5%
224-239 pts20%
How they qualified
95% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels95%
other higher education5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
90%
Continue past first year
94%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£27,000
After 15 months
£28,500
3 years on
£35,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Administrative occupations5%
Natural and social science professionalsHighly skilled15%
Engineering professionalsHighly skilled15%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsHighly skilled15%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Therapy professionalsHighly skilled5%
Finance ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Business, Research and Administrative ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
What students say National Student Survey
94%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching83%
Assessment & feedback92%
Academic support97%
Well organised93%
Learning resources97%
Student community95%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Would do it again
I was sceptical before starting — now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On t…
Class of 2024 · Full-time
★★★★★
Highly recommend
Coming here has changed how I think. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city — good transport …
Postgraduate · Full-time
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Where this degree can lead
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