Studying Natural Sciences gives you the opportunity to branch out across scientific disciplines, learning the fundamental concepts of each, whilst tailoring the course to the areas that interest you the most.
In recent years, the demand for scientists to tackle a variety of complex problems by bringing together the ideas of different disciplines has grown significantly. Often, the challenges we face globally in areas such as sustainability, energy, material resources, and advancements in medicine need an interdisciplinary approach in order to gain a deeper understanding from multiple angles and ultimately provide solutions for the future.
You’ll be taught by expert academics, with the unique opportunity to get involved in active, real-world research happening across the university.
In your first year, you will initially study three subjects from a choice of biochemistry, biology, chemistry, environmental science, food science and nutrition, mathematics, and physics. You will study at least 30 credits of each of your three subjects, enabling you to work across more than one science discipline. You will take a 20 credit core module for all Natural Sciences students which will cover key practical skills in an interdisciplinary context. This module will establish the interdisciplinary ethos behind your degree programme whilst also developing your experience of experimental design and proficiency in the presentation and analysis of scientific data to prepare you for further study and research throughout your university education and beyond.
If you do not take Maths as a main subject, your development as a Natural Sciences student will be supported by a 10 credit maths module, which will complement your core modules and develop mathematical skills central to modern science.
In your second year, you will specialise in two of three subjects taken in your first year. You will take a minimum of 40 credits in each subject, with an additional 20 credits available for you to choose from a wide range of options. This enables you to either study your two subjects with equal weightings or to study two subjects with a major/minor split.
A 20 credit core module for all Natural Sciences students will further your development as an interdisciplinary scientist, advancing your skills in research, scientific writing, scientific and professional ethics, personal development, planning, and scientific programming.
In your third year, you will continue to study the two subjects you have chosen to focus on in your second year. You will take at least 40 credits of each of your two subjects from a wide range of options available to suit your interests. You may choose to study your two subjects equally, or as a major/minor split.
Your training as an interdisciplinary scientist will be supported through a 20 credit module taken by all Natural Sciences students. This module will develop your digital, research, and communication skills.
In the final year of the integrated MNatSc, BSc programme you will continue to study your two science subjects from a wide range of choices, giving you specialist skills in both areas. You will also undertake a major research project in your final year, where you will have full use of our research laboratories. The project can be based solely in one scientific area or you can take an interdisciplinary project, building on your knowledge of two sciences. You will work collaboratively with your supervisors throughout the project, who will be experts in your particular research area(s).
To advance your skill set and boost your experience, you can also apply to take an industrial placement or study abroad at one of the many universities we’re in partnership with worldwide between years 2 and 3 or between years 3 and 4.
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All students will take the following compulsory module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATS1405 | Practical Skills for Natural Scientists | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
BIOCHEMISTRY
Students taking Biochemistry will be required to study the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOC1203 | Genes to Proteins | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY1141 | Introduction to Cell Biology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
BIOLOGY
Students taking Biology will be required to study the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY1124 | The Diversity of Life | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY1237 | Introduction to Genetics | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY1239 | Exploring Whole Organism Biology | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
CHEMISTRY
Students taking Chemistry will be required to study the following module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM1302 | Introduction to Modern Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students taking Chemistry will also be required to choose one of the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM1204 | Fundamental Organic Chemistry for Biology & Synthesis | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM1205 | Chemistry of the Material World | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Students taking Environmental Science will be required to study 10 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOEE1420 | Resources | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE1434 | Water | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE1561 | Earth | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students taking Environmental Science will also be required to study 20 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOEE1181 | Ecology | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE1281 | Atmosphere | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE1401 | Weather | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
Students taking Food Science and Nutrition will be required to study the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD1041 | Food Safety and Preservation | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD1051 | Introduction to Human Nutrition | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
MATHEMATICS
Students taking Mathematics will be required to study the following module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH1000 | Core Mathematics | 40 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
PHYSICS
Students taking Physics will be required to take Mathematics as one of their three subjects in year one and to study the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHAS1810 | Core Physics 1 (JH) Mechanics, Thermodynamics and Solid State Physics | 30 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
NOT TAKING MATHEMATICS
Students not taking Mathematics as one of their three subjects will be required to study one of the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATS1180 | Mathematics for Scientists | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| NATS1185 | Further Mathematics for Scientists | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
NATS1180 is required for students who do not have a grade B in A level Mathematics, or equivalent, or who have a grade less than B.
NATS1185 is required for students who have a grade B or above in A level Mathematics, or equivalent.
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Students will be required to study a minimum of 40 credits in each of two science subjects chosen from the following: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Science and Nutrition, Mathematics, and Physics, following on from the subjects that were chosen in year 1. Students should try to ensure where possible that they have an even split of credits between semesters.
All students will take the following compulsory module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATS2360 | Interdisciplinary Skills and Programming for Natural Scientists | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATS2360 | Interdisciplinary Skills and Programming for Natural Scientists | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
BIOCHEMISTRY
All students taking Biochemistry will be required to study the following modules: BIOC2103 and BIOC2241.
Students taking more than 40 credits of Biochemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOC2103 | Enzymes, Metabolism, Health and Disease | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOC2241 | Biochemistry for Natural Sciences | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2114 | Omics and Big Data Biology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL2211 | Human Diseases | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2221 | Fundamentals in Cell and Cancer Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2121 | Molecular Virology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MICR2211 | Medical Microbiology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2221 | Medical Immunology | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOC2103 | Enzymes, Metabolism, Health and Disease | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOC2241 | Biochemistry for Natural Sciences | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2114 | Omics and Big Data Biology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL2211 | Human Diseases | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2221 | Fundamentals in Cell and Cancer Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2121 | Molecular Virology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MICR2211 | Medical Microbiology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2221 | Medical Immunology | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
BIOLOGY
Students taking Biology will be required to choose one of the following pathways: Ecology, Genetics or Zoology
Students on the Ecology pathway will be required to study the following module: BLGY2155
All students on the Ecology pathway will be required to study at least 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY2106 | Parasitology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2155 | Population, Community and Conservation Ecology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2224 | Food Security and Sustainability | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2265 | Urban Ecology and Conservation Field Course | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
All students on the Genetics pathway will be required to study the following modules: BLGY2164 and BLGY2266
Students on the Genetics pathway may choose to study the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY2164 | How Plants Live | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2202 | Bioinformatics for Biologists | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2224 | Food Security and Sustainability | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2266 | Human Populations and Disease | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
All students on the Zoology pathway will be required to study the following modules: BLGY2146 and BLGY2220
Students on the Zoology pathway may choose to study the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY2106 | Parasitology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2146 | Animal Physiology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2220 | Evolution, Adaptation and Behaviour | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2266 | Human Populations and Disease | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
CHEMISTRY
Students taking Chemistry will be required to take one of three pathways: Organic and Biological Chemistry, Inorganic and Materials Chemistry, or Physical Chemistry.
All students taking the Organic and Biological Chemistry pathway will be required to study the following modules:CHEM2491 and CHEM2321
Students taking the Organic and Biological Chemistry pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Chemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM2112 | Chemistry of Materials: what they are and how we know | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2131 | Chemical Kinetics and Thermodynamics | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2212 | Organometallics: from bonding to catalysis | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2293 | Specialisms in Chemical Science | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2321 | Organic Chemistry: Structure, Reactions and the Science of Life | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2331 | Molecules, Energy, Quanta and Change | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2491 | Structural and Quantitative Analysis and Synthetic Laboratory | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students may only choose one of CHEM2131 or CHEM2331.
CHEM2112, CHEM2212, CHEM2293, CHEM2131, or CHEM2331 should only be taken after discussion with the programme team or your personal tutor.
All students taking the Inorganic and Materials Chemistry pathway will be required to study the following modules: CHEM2491, CHEM2112 and CHEM2212
Students taking the Inorganic and Materials Chemistry pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Chemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM2112 | Chemistry of Materials: what they are and how we know | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2131 | Chemical Kinetics and Thermodynamics | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2212 | Organometallics: from bonding to catalysis | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2293 | Specialisms in Chemical Science | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2321 | Organic Chemistry: Structure, Reactions and the Science of Life | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2331 | Molecules, Energy, Quanta and Change | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2491 | Structural and Quantitative Analysis and Synthetic Laboratory | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students may only choose one of CHEM2131 or CHEM2331.
CHEM2321, CHEM2293, or CHEM2242 should only be taken after discussion with the programme team or your personal tutor.
All students taking the Physical Chemistry pathway will be required to study the following modules: CHEM2492 and CHEM2331
Students taking the Physical Chemistry pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Chemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM2112 | Chemistry of Materials: what they are and how we know | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2192 | Molecular Signatures: Spectroscopy and Chromatography | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2212 | Organometallics: from bonding to catalysis | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2321 | Organic Chemistry: Structure, Reactions and the Science of Life | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2331 | Molecules, Energy, Quanta and Change | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2492 | Chemical Specialisms, Physical and Measurement Laboratory | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
CHEM2321 or CHEM2242 should only be taken after discussion with the programme team or your personal tutor.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
All students taking Environmental Science will be required to study the following module: SOEE2800
Students taking Environmental Science will also be required to study at least 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOEE2092 | Meteorology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE2110 | Introductory Oceanography | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE2160 | Climate Change: Science and Impacts | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2205 | Contaminated Environments | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE2210 | Atmosphere and Ocean Dynamics | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2481 | Atmospheric Pollution from Local to Global Scales | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2650 | GIS for Geoscientists | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2690 | Managing Biodiversity | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2800 | Environmental Measurements | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
Students taking Food Science and Nutrition will be required to take one of three pathways: Food Science, Nutrition, or a combination of Food Science and Nutrition
All students taking the Food Science pathway will be required to study the following modules: FOOD2193 and FOOD2033
Students taking the Food Science pathway will also be required to study at least 10 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD2033 | Advanced Food Biochemistry | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2041 | Advanced Food Safety and Quality Assurance | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2047 | Food Processing | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2141 | Food Analysis | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2152 | Food Allergy and Food Intolerance | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2193 | Introduction to Food Product Development | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students taking the Nutrition pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD2021 | Human Biochemistry and Molecular Nutrition | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2152 | Food Allergy and Food Intolerance | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2202 | Nutrition Across the Lifespan | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2216 | Nutritional Epidemiology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Students choosing FOOD2021 will not be allowed to study FOOD5141M at level 5M.
Students choosing FOOD2202 will not be allowed to study FOOD5516M at level 5M.
Students choosing FOOD2202 will not be allowed to study FOOD5516M at level 5M.
All students taking the Food Science and Nutrition pathway will be required to study the following modules: FOOD2193 and FOOD2033
Students taking the Food Science and Nutrition pathway will also be required to study at least 10 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD2033 | Advanced Food Biochemistry | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2041 | Advanced Food Safety and Quality Assurance | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2047 | Food Processing | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2141 | Food Analysis | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2152 | Food Allergy and Food Intolerance | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2193 | Introduction to Food Product Development | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2202 | Nutrition Across the Lifespan | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students choosing FOOD2047 will not be allowed to study FOOD5056M at level 5M.
Students choosing FOOD2202 will not be allowed to study FOOD5516M at level 5M.
MATHEMATICS
Students taking Mathematics in year two will be required to take one of three pathways: Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, or a combination of Pure and Applied Mathematics.
All students taking the Applied Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following modules: MATH2350 and MATH2400
Students taking the Applied Mathematics pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Mathematics may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH2350 | Vector Calculus and Partial Differential Equations | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2380 | Calculus of Variations | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2400 | Mathematical Modelling | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2440 | Optimisation | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
All students taking the Pure Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following modules: MATH2120, MATH2130 and MATH2140
Students taking the Pure Mathematics pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Mathematics may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH2120 | Rings and Polynomials | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2130 | Further Linear Algebra and Discrete Mathematics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2140 | Introduction to Logic | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2380 | Calculus of Variations | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2440 | Optimisation | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
All students taking the Pure and Applied Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following modules: MATH2130 and MATH2350
Students taking the Pure and Applied Mathematics pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Mathematics may also choose one of the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH2130 | Further Linear Algebra and Discrete Mathematics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2140 | Introduction to Logic | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2350 | Vector Calculus and Partial Differential Equations | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2400 | Mathematical Modelling | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
PHYSICS
All students taking Physics will be required to study the following modules: PHAS2810 and PHAS2820
Students taking Physics may also choose the remaining module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHAS2800 | Quantum Physics (JH) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS2810 | Statistical Mechanics and Condensed Matter (JH) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS2820 | Experimental Physics (JH) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
BIOCHEMISTRY
All students taking Biochemistry will be required to study the following modules: BIOC2103 and BIOC2241.
Students taking more than 40 credits of Biochemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOC2103 | Enzymes, Metabolism, Health and Disease | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOC2241 | Biochemistry for Natural Sciences | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2114 | Omics and Big Data Biology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL2211 | Human Diseases | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2221 | Fundamentals in Cell and Cancer Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2121 | Molecular Virology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MICR2211 | Medical Microbiology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2221 | Medical Immunology | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOC2103 | Enzymes, Metabolism, Health and Disease | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOC2241 | Biochemistry for Natural Sciences | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2114 | Omics and Big Data Biology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL2211 | Human Diseases | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2221 | Fundamentals in Cell and Cancer Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2121 | Molecular Virology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MICR2211 | Medical Microbiology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2221 | Medical Immunology | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
BIOLOGY
Students taking Biology will be required to choose one of the following pathways: Ecology, Genetics or Zoology
Students on the Ecology pathway will be required to study the following module: BLGY2155
All students on the Ecology pathway will be required to study at least 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY2106 | Parasitology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2155 | Population, Community and Conservation Ecology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2224 | Food Security and Sustainability | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2265 | Urban Ecology and Conservation Field Course | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
All students on the Genetics pathway will be required to study the following modules: BLGY2164 and BLGY2266
Students on the Genetics pathway may choose to study the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY2164 | How Plants Live | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2202 | Bioinformatics for Biologists | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2224 | Food Security and Sustainability | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2266 | Human Populations and Disease | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
All students on the Zoology pathway will be required to study the following modules: BLGY2146 and BLGY2220
Students on the Zoology pathway may choose to study the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY2106 | Parasitology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2146 | Animal Physiology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY2220 | Evolution, Adaptation and Behaviour | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2266 | Human Populations and Disease | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
CHEMISTRY
Students taking Chemistry will be required to take one of three pathways: Organic and Biological Chemistry, Inorganic and Materials Chemistry, or Physical Chemistry.
All students taking the Organic and Biological Chemistry pathway will be required to study the following modules:CHEM2491 and CHEM2321
Students taking the Organic and Biological Chemistry pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Chemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM2112 | Chemistry of Materials: what they are and how we know | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2131 | Chemical Kinetics and Thermodynamics | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2212 | Organometallics: from bonding to catalysis | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2293 | Specialisms in Chemical Science | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2321 | Organic Chemistry: Structure, Reactions and the Science of Life | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2331 | Molecules, Energy, Quanta and Change | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2491 | Structural and Quantitative Analysis and Synthetic Laboratory | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students may only choose one of CHEM2131 or CHEM2331.
CHEM2112, CHEM2212, CHEM2293, CHEM2131, or CHEM2331 should only be taken after discussion with the programme team or your personal tutor.
All students taking the Inorganic and Materials Chemistry pathway will be required to study the following modules: CHEM2491, CHEM2112 and CHEM2212
Students taking the Inorganic and Materials Chemistry pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Chemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM2112 | Chemistry of Materials: what they are and how we know | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2131 | Chemical Kinetics and Thermodynamics | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2212 | Organometallics: from bonding to catalysis | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2293 | Specialisms in Chemical Science | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2321 | Organic Chemistry: Structure, Reactions and the Science of Life | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2331 | Molecules, Energy, Quanta and Change | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2491 | Structural and Quantitative Analysis and Synthetic Laboratory | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students may only choose one of CHEM2131 or CHEM2331.
CHEM2321, CHEM2293, or CHEM2242 should only be taken after discussion with the programme team or your personal tutor.
All students taking the Physical Chemistry pathway will be required to study the following modules: CHEM2492 and CHEM2331
Students taking the Physical Chemistry pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Chemistry may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM2112 | Chemistry of Materials: what they are and how we know | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2192 | Molecular Signatures: Spectroscopy and Chromatography | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM2212 | Organometallics: from bonding to catalysis | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2242 | Introduction to Drug Design | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM2321 | Organic Chemistry: Structure, Reactions and the Science of Life | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2331 | Molecules, Energy, Quanta and Change | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM2492 | Chemical Specialisms, Physical and Measurement Laboratory | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
CHEM2321 or CHEM2242 should only be taken after discussion with the programme team or your personal tutor.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
All students taking Environmental Science will be required to study the following module: SOEE2800
Students taking Environmental Science will also be required to study at least 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOEE2092 | Meteorology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE2110 | Introductory Oceanography | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE2160 | Climate Change: Science and Impacts | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2205 | Contaminated Environments | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE2210 | Atmosphere and Ocean Dynamics | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2481 | Atmospheric Pollution from Local to Global Scales | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2650 | GIS for Geoscientists | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2690 | Managing Biodiversity | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE2800 | Environmental Measurements | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
Students taking Food Science and Nutrition will be required to take one of three pathways: Food Science, Nutrition, or a combination of Food Science and Nutrition
All students taking the Food Science pathway will be required to study the following modules: FOOD2193 and FOOD2033
Students taking the Food Science pathway will also be required to study at least 10 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD2033 | Advanced Food Biochemistry | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2041 | Advanced Food Safety and Quality Assurance | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2047 | Food Processing | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2141 | Food Analysis | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2152 | Food Allergy and Food Intolerance | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2193 | Introduction to Food Product Development | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students taking the Nutrition pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD2021 | Human Biochemistry and Molecular Nutrition | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2152 | Food Allergy and Food Intolerance | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2202 | Nutrition Across the Lifespan | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2216 | Nutritional Epidemiology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Students choosing FOOD2021 will not be allowed to study FOOD5141M at level 5M.
Students choosing FOOD2202 will not be allowed to study FOOD5516M at level 5M.
Students choosing FOOD2202 will not be allowed to study FOOD5516M at level 5M.
All students taking the Food Science and Nutrition pathway will be required to study the following modules: FOOD2193 and FOOD2033
Students taking the Food Science and Nutrition pathway will also be required to study at least 10 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD2033 | Advanced Food Biochemistry | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2041 | Advanced Food Safety and Quality Assurance | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2047 | Food Processing | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2141 | Food Analysis | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2152 | Food Allergy and Food Intolerance | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2193 | Introduction to Food Product Development | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD2202 | Nutrition Across the Lifespan | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students choosing FOOD2047 will not be allowed to study FOOD5056M at level 5M.
Students choosing FOOD2202 will not be allowed to study FOOD5516M at level 5M.
MATHEMATICS
Students taking Mathematics in year two will be required to take one of three pathways: Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, or a combination of Pure and Applied Mathematics.
All students taking the Applied Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following modules: MATH2350 and MATH2400
Students taking the Applied Mathematics pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Mathematics may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH2350 | Vector Calculus and Partial Differential Equations | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2380 | Calculus of Variations | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2400 | Mathematical Modelling | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2440 | Optimisation | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
All students taking the Pure Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following modules: MATH2120, MATH2130 and MATH2140
Students taking the Pure Mathematics pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Mathematics may also choose up to 20 credits from the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH2120 | Rings and Polynomials | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2130 | Further Linear Algebra and Discrete Mathematics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2140 | Introduction to Logic | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2380 | Calculus of Variations | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH2440 | Optimisation | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
All students taking the Pure and Applied Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following modules: MATH2130 and MATH2350
Students taking the Pure and Applied Mathematics pathway and taking more than 40 credits of Mathematics may also choose one of the remaining modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH2130 | Further Linear Algebra and Discrete Mathematics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2140 | Introduction to Logic | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2350 | Vector Calculus and Partial Differential Equations | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH2400 | Mathematical Modelling | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
PHYSICS
All students taking Physics will be required to study the following modules: PHAS2810 and PHAS2820
Students taking Physics may also choose the remaining module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHAS2800 | Quantum Physics (JH) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS2810 | Statistical Mechanics and Condensed Matter (JH) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS2820 | Experimental Physics (JH) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
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Progression into year 4 of the MNatSc programme is dependent on passing at least 100 level 3 credits and achieving an average of 60% or higher. Exceptions to this will only be at the discretion of the Progression and Classification Board. Students failing to progress to year 4 of the MNatSc will be transferred to the BSc programme.
Students will continue to study the two subjects they have chosen to focus on in their second year. Students should try to ensure where possible that they have an even split of credits between semesters. All candidates will be required to study the following compulsory module.
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATS3360 | Researching global grand challenges in the Natural Sciences | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
BIOCHEMISTRY
Students taking Biochemistry will be required to 40-60 credits from the following modules:
BIOL3397 is compulsory for students taking 60 credits of Biochemistry and is not available to students taking 40 credits.
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOC3234 | Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Structural Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL3114 | Advanced Topics in Molecular and Cellular Biology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL3214 | Advanced Topics in Molecular & Cellular Biology 2 | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL3221 | Advanced Cancer Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL3397 | Biotechnology Research Project | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
BIOLOGY
Students taking Biology will be required to study 40 credits from the following optional modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLGY3021 | Research Project | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY3111 | Advanced Genetic Techniques and Applications | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY3133 | Advanced Topics in Ecology | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY3135 | Advanced Topics in Behaviour: from sex to death | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY3153 | Advanced Topics in Human Genetics and Epigenetics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY3222 | Social Biology | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY3225 | Sustainable Innovations in Animal Science | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY3245 | Advanced Topics in Evolution | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY3246 | Evolution and Population Genetics | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY3247 | Advanced Topics in Conservation Science | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY3300 | Level 3 Field Course (South Africa) | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY3334 | Advanced Topics in Plant Science and Food Security | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
CHEMISTRY
Students taking Chemistry will take at least 40 credits of Chemistry modules and will continue on one of three pathways: Organic and Biological Chemistry, Inorganic and Materials Chemistry, or Physical Chemistry.
Students taking the Organic and Biological Chemistry pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM3321 | Extended Topics in Organic, Bioorganic and Interdisciplinary Chemistry | 30 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3411 | Advanced Laboratory Work for Natural Science and Joint Honours | 10 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3412 | Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Work for Natural Science and Joint Honours (extended) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
*Students may only choose one of CHEM3411 or CHEM3412.
Students taking the Organic and Biological Chemistry pathway may also choose up to 20 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM3132 | Classical and Quantum Pharmacology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM3242 | Medicinal Chemistry in Drug Development | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM3312 | Topics in Inorganic and Materials Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3330 | Topics in Physical, Theoretical and Environmental Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students taking the Inorganic and Materials Chemistry pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM3132 | Classical and Quantum Pharmacology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CHEM3311 | Extended Topics in Inorganic and Materials Chemistry | 30 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3312 | Topics in Inorganic and Materials Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3411 | Advanced Laboratory Work for Natural Science and Joint Honours | 10 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3412 | Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Work for Natural Science and Joint Honours (extended) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
*Students may only choose one of CHEM33120 or CHEM3311.
**Students may only choose one of CHEM3411 or CHEM3412.
Students taking the Inorganic and Materials Chemistry pathway may also choose up to 20 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM3242 | Medicinal Chemistry in Drug Development | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM3320 | Topics in Organic, Bioorganic and Interdisciplinary Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | PFP |
| CHEM3330 | Topics in Physical, Theoretical and Environmental Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students taking the Physical Chemistry pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM3331 | Extended Topics in Physical, Theoretical and Environmental Chemistry | 30 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3411 | Advanced Laboratory Work for Natural Science and Joint Honours | 10 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3412 | Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Work for Natural Science and Joint Honours (extended) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
*Students may only choose one of CHEM3411 or CHEM3412.
Students taking the Physical Chemistry pathway may also choose up to 20 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM3242 | Medicinal Chemistry in Drug Development | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CHEM3312 | Topics in Inorganic and Materials Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM3320 | Topics in Organic, Bioorganic and Interdisciplinary Chemistry | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Students taking Environmental Science will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOEE3110 | Earth System Science: Biogeochemical Cycles | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE3151 | Dynamics of Weather Systems | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE3190 | Earth Observations from Space | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE3250 | Inverse Theory | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE3282 | Groundwater | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE3410 | Atmosphere and Ocean Climate Change Processes | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE3431 | Atmospheric Pollution: Causes, Impact and Regulation | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE3515 | Ice in the Earth System | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE3535 | Atmospheric Physics | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE3610 | Oceanography in the Earth System | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE3701 | Modelling Extreme Weather Events | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE3760 | Terrestrial Biosphere in the Earth System | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE3791 | Observing weather and climate: advanced field skills | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
*Students will be required to study SOEE3791 or SOEE5096M at Level 5M.
Students choosing SOEE3110 will not be allowed to study SOEE5232M at Level 5.
Students choosing SOEE3515 will not be allowed to study SOEE5515M at Level 5.
Students choosing SOEE3791 will not be allowed to study SOEE5096M at Level 5.
FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
Students taking Food Science and Nutrition will take at least 40 credits of Food Science and Nutrition modules and will continue on one of three pathways: Food Science, Nutrition, or a combination of Food Science and Nutrition.
Students taking the Food Science pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD3012 | Computational Modelling of Food Processing | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3042 | How Ingredients Interact in Foods | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD3071 | Diet and Cardiovascular Health | 10 | Not running in 202627 | |
| FOOD3101 | Food Biotechnology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD3133 | Food Science and Nutrition: Recent Revelations | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD3331 | Functional Foods | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3372 | New Product Development: Interdisciplinary Team Project | 30 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students choosing FOOD3012 will not be allowed to study FOOD5001M at level 5.
Students choosing FOOD3101 will not be allowed to study FOOD5126M at level 5.
Students choosing FOOD3133 will not be allowed to study FOOD5133M at level 5.
Students taking the Nutrition pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD3071 | Diet and Cardiovascular Health | 10 | Not running in 202627 | |
| FOOD3075 | Nutrition and Health | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3331 | Functional Foods | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3341 | Food and Cancer | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD3382 | Nutrition Policy and Public Health | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students choosing FOOD3382 will not be allowed to study FOOD5441M at level 5.
Students taking the Food Science and Nutrition pathway will be required to study at least 40 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD3042 | How Ingredients Interact in Foods | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD3075 | Nutrition and Health | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3101 | Food Biotechnology | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD3133 | Food Science and Nutrition: Recent Revelations | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD3331 | Functional Foods | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD3372 | New Product Development: Interdisciplinary Team Project | 30 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students choosing FOOD3101 will not be allowed to study FOOD5126M at level 5.
Students choosing FOOD3133 will not be allowed to study FOOD5133M at level 5.
MATHEMATICS
Students taking Mathematics will take at least 40 credits of Mathematics and will continue on one of three pathways: Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, or a combination of Pure and Applied Mathematics.
Students taking the Applied Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH3300 | Methods of Applied Mathematics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students taking the Applied Mathematics pathway may choose one of the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH3400 | Fluid Dynamics | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3410 | Nonlinear Dynamical Systems and Chaos | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3425 | Mathematical Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3430 | Entropy and Quantum Mechanics | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | PFP |
Students taking the Pure Mathematics pathway will be required to study the following module:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH3125 | Groups and Symmetry | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students taking the Pure Mathematics pathway may also choose one of the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH3115 | Graph Theory and Combinatorics | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3150 | Numbers and Codes | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3165 | Proof and Computation | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Students taking the Pure and Applied Mathematics pathway may also choose one of the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH3125 | Groups and Symmetry | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH3300 | Methods of Applied Mathematics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Candidates taking the Pure and Applied Mathematics pathway may also choose one of the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH3125 | Groups and Symmetry | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH3150 | Numbers and Codes | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3165 | Proof and Computation | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3400 | Fluid Dynamics | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3410 | Nonlinear Dynamical Systems and Chaos | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3425 | Mathematical Biology | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH3430 | Entropy and Quantum Mechanics | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
PHYSICS
Students taking Physics will be required to study at least 40 credits of Physics modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHAS3100 | Star and Planet Formation | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS3200 | Advanced Optics with Photonics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS3300 | Quantum Matter | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS3310 | Magnetism and Ferroic Materials | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| PHAS3400 | Advanced Quantum Physics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS3410 | Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| PHAS3420 | Advanced Mechanics | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS3500 | The Physics of the Molecules of Life | 20 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS3510 | Molecular Simulation with Machine Learning: Theory and Practice | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS3810 | Advanced Techniques in Physics (JH) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
MNatSc students planning to undertake a Physics or Interdisciplinary Project at Level 5 should take the following module: PHAS3810
All students can study up to 20 credits of discovery modules. You may use some of these credits in the two main subjects from the previous option blocks.
Students may use their Discovery module credits to take the following programming module (if they have not already taken NATS2100 or NATS2360):
CHEM3212, Big Data, Big Science, 10 credits, Semester 1
Students not taking Physics as one of their two main subjects can apply to take the following module as part of their Discovery credits:
PHYS3610 Group Innovation Project, 20 credits, Semester 1&2
Students may wish to consider discovery modules offered in History and Philosophy of Science:
HPSC3200 Science Communication: History & Theory, 20 credits, Semester 1 - suitable for any pathway combinations
HPSC3315 History of the Body, 20 credits, Semester 2 - most suitable for students taking biology/biochemistry/food and nutrition
HPSC3450 Mind, Brain & Society, 20 credits, Semester 2 - most suitable for students taking biology/biochemistry
PHIL3851 Introduction to Philosophy of Modern Physics, 10 credits, Semester 1 [Pre-requisites: EITHER: 20 credits of level 2 Physics (or equivalent) OR: A level Physics (or equivalent) together with 20 credits in level 2 HPS OR level 2 Logic & Language OR Theoretical Core Philosophy modules. Students who don't have A-level physics (or equivalent) may be allowed to enrol after discussion with the module leader.] - most suitable for students taking physics/mathematics
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This level 5M module information is specific to students who entered the programme from September 2024.
To be eligible for a classified MNatSc,BSc honours degree, students must satisfy the following criteria:
- Pass at least 100 M-level credits, including any modules required for award, together with a classification average of at least 50%.
- Pass a total of at least 400 credits, with at least 300 credits at level 2 or above, and at least 200 credits at level 3 or above.
Students must take 120 or 125 credits of M-level modules, including one project module. Students will study two subjects, with a minimum of 15 credits in each, taking the project in the major subject, and no project in the minor subject. Exceptionally, students will be permitted to register for at most 125 credits given the credit weightings of some modules in mathematics. Students will continue to study the two subjects they have chosen to focus on throughout their studies. Students should try to ensure where possible that they have an even split of credits between semesters. PROJECT MODULE All students must take one of the following research modules in their major subject:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL5390M | Bioscience MSc Research Project | 60 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM5440M | Laboratory-based Project Work 4M | 40 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM5460M | Laboratory-based Project Work 6M | 60 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| FOOD5335M | MSci Capstone Project: Research and Discovery | 60 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| MATH5005M | Assignment in Mathematics | 45 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| NATS5400M | Interdisciplinary Research Project | 60 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS5000M | Research Project | 60 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| SOEE5400M | Environmental Research Project | 45 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students taking biochemistry or biology as their major subject, if they do not take NATS5400M, will choose BIOL5390M.
BIOCHEMISTRY
Students taking Biochemistry will be required to study 15-45 from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL5147M | Advanced Immunology | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL5178M | High-Throughput Technologies | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL5201M | Advanced Biomolecular Technologies | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL5207M | Medical Diagnostics | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL5209M | Treatment of Infectious Disease and Cancer | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
BIOLOGY
Students taking Biology will be required to study 15-45 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL5125M | Infectious and Non-Infectious Diseases | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL5126M | Practical Bioinformatics | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL5178M | High-Throughput Technologies | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BIOL5201M | Advanced Biomolecular Technologies | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL5207M | Medical Diagnostics | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL5209M | Treatment of Infectious Disease and Cancer | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY5102M | Community Ecology | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY5119M | Introduction to GIS | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY5121M | Advanced Statistics | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BLGY5188M | Population Dynamics | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
CHEMISTRY
Students taking Chemistry will be required to study 15-45 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM5605M | Advanced Topics in Chemistry (30 Credit) | 30 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM5609M | Advanced Topics in Chemistry for Natural Sciences and Joint Honours | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CHEM5620M | Advanced Topics in Chemistry for Natural Sciences and Joint Honours (extended) | 45 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Students taking Environmental Science will be required to study 15-45 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOEE5096M | Observing weather and climate: advanced field skills | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| SOEE5232M | Biogeochemical Cycles of the Earth System | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5440M | Advanced Air Pollution Science and Regulation | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5515M | Ice in the Earth System | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| SOEE5680M | Dynamics of Weather Systems | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SOEE5710M | Advanced Data Analysis and Visualisation for Environmental Applications | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5836M | Advanced Atmosphere and Ocean Climate Change Processes | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5970M | Terrestrial Biosphere in the Earth System | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Students may not choose SOEE5096M if they studied SOEE3791 at Level 3.
Students may not choose SOEE5232M if they studied SOEE3110 at Level 3.
Students may not choose SOEE5515M if they studied SOEE3515 at Level 3.
Students may not choose SOEE5680M if they studied SOEE3151 at Level 3.
Students may not choose SOEE5836M if they studied SOEE3410 at Level 3.
Students may not choose SOEE5970M if they studied SOEE3760 at Level 3.
FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
Students taking Food Science and Nutrition will be required to study 15-45 credits from the following modules:
The modules are categorised as follows to help you with your choice but you can choose a mix from any category:-
Food Science and Nutrition focused: FOOD5001M, FOOD5133M, FOOD5236M*, FOOD5243M, FOOD5280M*.
- Food Science focused: FOOD5226M, FOOD5031M*, FOOD5072M, FOOD5116M*, FOOD5126M*, FOOD5473M, FOOD5046M*,
- Nutrition focused: FOOD5147M*, FOOD5148M*, FOOD5340M*, FOOD5411M*, FOOD5427M*, FOOD5512M*, FOOD5516M.
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD5001M | Digital Tools for Food Solutions | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD5046M | Food Safety and Regulatory Practice | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD5072M | Food Systems and Sustainability | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD5116M | Colloid Science | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD5126M | Food Biotechnology | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD5132M | Food Science and Nutrition Research: Recent Revelations and Disputes | 10 | Not running in 202627 | |
| FOOD5147M | Diet and Cardiovascular Health | 10 | Not running in 202627 | |
| FOOD5148M | Health Promotion:Applications of Theory and Practice | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD5226M | Advanced Food Biotechnology | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD5236M | Food Allergy and Food Intolerance | 10 | Not running in 202627 | |
| FOOD5243M | Food Chemistry and Biochemistry | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD5280M | Functional Foods | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD5340M | Food and Cancer | 10 | Not running in 202627 | |
| FOOD5411M | Nutrition Policy | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD5427M | Personalised Nutrition | 15 | Not running in 202627 | |
| FOOD5473M | Sensory Science | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOOD5512M | Nutritional Epidemiology and Dietary Research Methods | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD5516M | Nutrition Across the Lifespan | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Modules are mutually exclusive with level 2 and 3 modules as follows:
Students may not choose FOOD5031M if they studied FOOD3031/FOOD3041 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5116M if they studied FOOD22022100 at Level 2.
Students may not choose FOOD5126M if they studied FOOD3100 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5132M if they studied FOOD3132 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5147M if they studied FOOD3071 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5236M if they studied FOOD2151 at Level 2.
Students may not choose FOOD5243M if they studied FOOD2032 at Level 2.
Students may not choose FOOD5280M if they studied FOOD3330 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5340M if they studied FOOD3340 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5411M if they studied FOOD3381 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5427M if they studied FOOD3391 at Level 3.
Students may not choose FOOD5046M if they studied FOOD2196 at Level 2.
Students may not choose FOOD5512M if they studied FOOD2215 at Level 2.
Students may not choose FOOD5516M if they studied FOOD22012 at Level 2.
MATHEMATICS
Students taking Mathematics will take 15 -45 credits of Mathematics and will continue on one of three pathways: Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, or a combination of Pure and Applied Mathematics.
Students taking the Applied Mathematics pathway will be required to study at least 15 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH5301M | Advanced Mathematical Methods | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5370M | Environmental and Industrial Flows | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5401M | Astrophysical and Geophysical Fluid Dynamics | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH5420M | Evolutionary Dynamics | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5440M | Classical and Quantum Hamiltonian Systems | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Students taking the Pure Mathematics pathway will be required to study 15-45 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH5210M | Models and Sets | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5220M | Topology | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5230M | Algebras and Representations | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Students taking the Pure and Applied Mathematics pathway will be required to study 15-45 credits from the following modules:
- Evolutionary Dynamics, 15 credits
- Advanced Mathematical Methods, 15 credits
- Astrophysical and Geophysical Fluids, 15 credits
- Environmental and Industrial Flows, 15 credits
- Hamiltonian Systems and Solutions, 15 credits
- Models and Sets, 15 credits
- Algebras and Representations, 15 credits
- Topology, 15 credits
MATH5395M, Advanced Dynamical Systems, 20 credits, Semester 1
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH5210M | Models and Sets | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5220M | Topology | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5230M | Algebras and Representations | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH5301M | Advanced Mathematical Methods | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5370M | Environmental and Industrial Flows | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5401M | Astrophysical and Geophysical Fluid Dynamics | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MATH5420M | Evolutionary Dynamics | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MATH5440M | Classical and Quantum Hamiltonian Systems | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
The following modules have a high mathematical content and may be taken to count towards your credits in maths:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHAS5120M | General Relativity | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS5420M | Quantum Field Theory | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| SOEE5675M | Inverse Theory | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
PHAS5120M is suitable for students who have taken MATH3532.
PHAS5420M is suitable for students who have taken MATH3385.
SOEE5675M has links to applied mathematics and statistics.
PHYSICS
Students taking Physics will be required to study 15-45 credits from the following modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHAS5050M | Current Research Topics in Physics | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS5120M | General Relativity | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS5200M | Soft Matter Physics: Liquid Crystals | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS5210M | Soft Matter Physics: Polymers, Colloids and Glasses | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| PHAS5300M | Superconductivity | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS5310M | Nanomagnetism | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| PHAS5400M | Quantum Many-Body Physics | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS5410M | Quantum Information Science and Technology | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS5420M | Quantum Field Theory | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS5500M | Advanced Bionanophysics Research | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| PHAS5510M | Physics of Biological Systems | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| PHAS5600M | Advanced Physics in Schools | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| PHAS5610M | Group Innovation Project in Sustainability | 15 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
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