Please note the course details apply to 2025 entry. Details for 2026 entry for our undergraduate courses will be published from September 2025.
The Natural Sciences BSc degree is designed for students who have a passion for science and discovery. The Natural Sciences degree is a high-quality, modern education programme with an emphasis on the power of interdisciplinary and creative, innovative thinking and scientific problem solving. The degree draws on the strengths in science education and interdisciplinary research at King’s College London and will cover the spectrum of subjects across the natural sciences (biology, chemistry, computation, mathematics and physics), and with training in entrepreneurship skills. The programme is designed to train graduates with knowledge and applied understanding of principles of interdisciplinary sciences crossing traditional subject boundaries and skilled in finding solutions using cross-disciplinary approaches based on research and evidence, which will enhance their employability in a wide variety of careers of scientific and societal importance, including emerging and future industries that address major global challenges: Net Zero, Sustainability, Green Growth, Environment. You also have the opportunity to spend your third year undertaking an industry placement. This depends on you reaching a certain grade and obtaining a suitable placement opportunity with support from the Department. Women in STEM Scholarship The Faculty funds a scholarship for female undergraduate applicants, as part of its commitment to increasing the representation of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Find out more about eligibility and how to apply at the link in the sidebar.
“I am very excited about the Natural Science degree programme at King's, which will provide an interdisciplinary education allied to the research at King's, and span the sciences from biosciences, physics, chemistry and mathematics and computational methods. ”
Year 1 will comprise a set of compulsory modules, to develop knowledge and skills in the core natural sciences disciplines: biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics, with a focus on learning those essentials for each discipline that facilitate cross disciplinary thinking. In addition, modules will provide core coding skills, and experimental laboratory skills. Problem solving and project work is an important part of this course and you’ll learn about team work, group organisation and the skills of oral and poster presentations. An understanding of interdisciplinary sciences will develop knowledge and understanding of how interdisciplinary research is conducted, interpreted and communicated, and this will also support skills in collaborative team-work. To support a student-led pathway of development, while maintaining a coherence to the programme, in Years 2 and 3 students will study a core set of modules around development of strong mathematics and analytical skills, and introduction to Machine Learning and AI. Additionally, students will be able to choose from a portfolio of both newly devised modules and modules available from other programmes currently at King’s (including but not limited to: Biosciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics), allowing a highly flexible and broad programme for students to follow their own interests. The Natural Sciences degree will have an overt employability and entrepreneurship focus embedded into the curriculum, integrating both a cross-disciplinary “real world” approach to global challenges with the development and demonstrable application of skills prioritised by employers. The Year in Industry is an opportunity to gain experience of a commercial working environment, and to understand the importance of good project design and execution in a commercial environment. At King’s, all students are allocated a Personal Tutor who will play a key role in helping you to get the most out of your studies, providing support and encouragement for your time at university. Personal tutors provide you with the opportunity to periodically take stock of your learning, academic progress and general wellbeing as you progress through your studies, offering guidance on how to seek further support if you need it, and how to access the range of opportunities available to you as a King's student.
Located on the north bank of the River Thames, the Strand Campus houses King's College London's arts and sciences faculties.
Waterloo campus is home of the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery and facilities for other faculties
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, and the Institute of Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience are based at the riverside Guy's Campus, next to the Shard.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
On this programme, you’ll spend your third year in a full-time year in industry or year in professional practice placement. Our Global Placements team will support you throughout your programme with advice and activities to help you discover your options, focus your placement search and take action to achieve the right placement for you.
King's College London and Affiliates
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels.
Must include grade A in Mathematics and a Science. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.
ABB Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. Must include grade A in Mathematics and grade B in a Science. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component.
36 points overall or an aggregate score of 18 from three Higher Levels
Must include grade 6 in Higher Level Mathematics and a Science. Notes: The total point score of 36 includes TOK/EE. IB students studying the new Mathematics curriculum would be required to study Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level to meet the Mathematics subject requirement for this programme.
33 points overall or an aggregate score of 16 from three Higher Levels. Must include grade 6 in Higher Level Mathematics and a Science. Notes: The total point score of 33 includes TOK/EE. IB students studying the new Mathematics curriculum would be required to study Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level to meet the Mathematics subject requirement for this programme.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be 60 credits in total.
Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall: 36 credits must be from units awarded at Distinction, with 9 at Merit. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must include at least 15 Level 3 credits in Mathematics and 15 Level 3 credits in Science awarded at Distinction. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be in a relevant subject - Engineering, Mathematics, Science - to be considered.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be 60 credits in total. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall: 30 credits must be from units awarded at Distinction, with 15 at Merit. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must include at least 15 Level 3 credits in Mathematics awarded at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits in Science awarded at Merit. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be in a relevant subject - Engineering, Mathematics, Science - to be considered.
Course specific subject requirements are indicated in subject requirements above
English language band: D
Please note that nationals of Majority English Speaking Countries (as defined by UKVI) who have successfully completed high school in the respective country, are not required to complete an English language test. For information on our English requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
The following are not required for entry, but you may find these useful further preparation for this degree:
Contextual consideration
We make contextual offers for this programme, which can be found in the entry requirements. As part of the assessment process, we take into account contextual information to gain a more complete picture of each application. More information can be found on the Contextualised admissions website.
Deferrals
Applications can be submitted for deferred entry by choosing the appropriate year of entry on the UCAS application.
If your circumstances change and, therefore, you need to request a deferral after an offer has been made, then we can generally permit these for this programme. However, each deferral request will be considered on a case-by-case basis and we reserve the right to decline any post-offer deferral request. Requests should be submitted via a message on King’s Apply with an explanation of the reason for making the request.
Please note, second deferral requests will only be considered where the request is due to extreme unforeseen extenuating circumstances, for example, health reasons. We are unable to permit deferral requests that go beyond two years and you would need to apply again. This is with the exception of deferrals which are due to military/national service.
Foundation courses
Applicants studying Foundation Year programmes in the UK are welcome to apply for this programme. Foundation programmes from other universities and further education providers in the UK are considered on a case-by-case basis. Whether or not we can consider a particular foundation year as suitable for study at King's depends on the content of the syllabus and modules studied. In the past we have accepted foundation programmes from a number of other institutions.
We are unable to accept Foundation programmes that are integrated as part of a main degree at another institution. These may be called Year 0 or Integrated Foundations. We are also unable to accept non-UK Foundation courses.
Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your qualification, such as a list of modules and course specifications.
The King's International Foundation Programme has guaranteed pathways available for progression onto our undergraduate degree programmes, and information can be found on the website.
Graduates
Our general entry requirements are based on A-level or equivalent. However, where an applicant is completing/has completed a degree, we are able to consider the degree study as part of the assessment of the application.
Generally, we would consider a minimum of a UK Bachelor degree with a 2:1 grade profile (or overseas equivalent) as meeting the entry requirements for our undergraduate degrees. However, those who have achieved/are predicted a high 2:1 or a First may be considered more competitive.
Where a programme has subject requirements, these will still need to have been met. If you have not met the subject requirements via A-level (or equivalent) then we may be able to consider the content within your degree. We would be looking for significant study of the subject across the degree programme with a 2:1 or above grading on those modules.
Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your degree study.
Personal Statement
Your personal statement is one of the many factors in the overall assessment of your application, and is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the university and inform us of your commitment to the programme and how the programme fits into your career plans, as well as any work experience or extracurricular activities you have done.
Resits
We are able to consider applicants who have retaken or are retaking their qualifications.
Transfers
We are able to consider applications for transfer into Year 2 of this programme. Please see our Transferring to King’s website for more information.
If you don't have a suitable qualification for direct entry to a UK university, we can help with our Foundation year courses.
If you have an offer from King's, but English isn't your first language, we have courses to help you.
Teaching is conducted through a combination of methods including lectures, problem sheets, tutorials, projects, practical laboratory sessions, workshops, and group-based activities. Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work e.g. 150 hours work for a 15 credit module. These hours cover every aspect of the module, including independent study.
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
The majority of learning for this degree takes place at the King’s College London Waterloo, Strand, and Guy’s Campuses. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the optional modules you select.
Your knowledge and understanding are assessed by means of summative examinations and coursework.
Forms of assessment may typically include quizzes, practical work and reports, software presentation, poster and oral presentations and pitches, presentations and reports of individual and group projects, and unseen written examinations.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totaling 480 credits.
You are required to take:
There are no optional modules for this year.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
Graduates of the Natural Sciences degree will be exceptionally well placed to find employment within emerging and future industries that address major global challenges, including sustainable environment (achieving net zero, globally sustainable natural environment, innovation, green growth), health and life sciences (business innovation, mental and physical health, global health), digital and data driven economy (productivity growth and security, data, AI, quantum computing) as well as national security, defence and space.
The UK tuition fee for the 2025-26 academic year is currently £9,535 per year. This is based on the UK Government's cap.
The International tuition fee for the 2025-2026 academic year is £35,800 per year.
Please note that the International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King's terms and conditions.
All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2000 against their first year's tuition fee. This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an unconditional offer to study with us, and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King's.
If you choose the study abroad option with one of King’s partner universities, you will not be charged tuition fees by the host university (although some partners do charge a small administration fee for applying). King’s will continue to invoice for a proportion of King's tuition fees.
The OFS cap for year in industry for 25/26 entrants is £1850. Where applicable to your placement, you should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling. In addition to the costs above, you can also expect to pay for: ·books if you choose to buy your own copies ·clothing for optional course related events and competitions ·library fees and fines ·personal photocopies ·printing course handouts ·society membership fees ·stationery ·travel costs for travel around London and between campuses ·graduation costs. ·calculator for exams where relevant
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
Year 1 will comprise a set of compulsory modules, to develop knowledge and skills in the core natural sciences disciplines: biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics, with a focus on learning those essentials for each discipline that facilitate cross disciplinary thinking. In addition, modules will provide core coding skills, and experimental laboratory skills. Problem solving and project work is an important part of this course and you’ll learn about team work, group organisation and the skills of oral and poster presentations. An understanding of interdisciplinary sciences will develop knowledge and understanding of how interdisciplinary research is conducted, interpreted and communicated, and this will also support skills in collaborative team-work. To support a student-led pathway of development, while maintaining a coherence to the programme, in Years 2 and 3 students will study a core set of modules around development of strong mathematics and analytical skills, and introduction to Machine Learning and AI. Additionally, students will be able to choose from a portfolio of both newly devised modules and modules available from other programmes currently at King’s (including but not limited to: Biosciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics), allowing a highly flexible and broad programme for students to follow their own interests. The Natural Sciences degree will have an overt employability and entrepreneurship focus embedded into the curriculum, integrating both a cross-disciplinary “real world” approach to global challenges with the development and demonstrable application of skills prioritised by employers. The Year in Industry is an opportunity to gain experience of a commercial working environment, and to understand the importance of good project design and execution in a commercial environment. At King’s, all students are allocated a Personal Tutor who will play a key role in helping you to get the most out of your studies, providing support and encouragement for your time at university. Personal tutors provide you with the opportunity to periodically take stock of your learning, academic progress and general wellbeing as you progress through your studies, offering guidance on how to seek further support if you need it, and how to access the range of opportunities available to you as a King's student.
Located on the north bank of the River Thames, the Strand Campus houses King's College London's arts and sciences faculties.
Waterloo campus is home of the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery and facilities for other faculties
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, and the Institute of Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience are based at the riverside Guy's Campus, next to the Shard.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
On this programme, you’ll spend your third year in a full-time year in industry or year in professional practice placement. Our Global Placements team will support you throughout your programme with advice and activities to help you discover your options, focus your placement search and take action to achieve the right placement for you.
King's College London and Affiliates
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels.
Must include grade A in Mathematics and a Science. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.
ABB Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. Must include grade A in Mathematics and grade B in a Science. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component.
36 points overall or an aggregate score of 18 from three Higher Levels
Must include grade 6 in Higher Level Mathematics and a Science. Notes: The total point score of 36 includes TOK/EE. IB students studying the new Mathematics curriculum would be required to study Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level to meet the Mathematics subject requirement for this programme.
33 points overall or an aggregate score of 16 from three Higher Levels. Must include grade 6 in Higher Level Mathematics and a Science. Notes: The total point score of 33 includes TOK/EE. IB students studying the new Mathematics curriculum would be required to study Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level to meet the Mathematics subject requirement for this programme.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be 60 credits in total.
Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall: 36 credits must be from units awarded at Distinction, with 9 at Merit. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must include at least 15 Level 3 credits in Mathematics and 15 Level 3 credits in Science awarded at Distinction. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be in a relevant subject - Engineering, Mathematics, Science - to be considered.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be 60 credits in total. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall: 30 credits must be from units awarded at Distinction, with 15 at Merit. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must include at least 15 Level 3 credits in Mathematics awarded at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits in Science awarded at Merit. The Access to Higher Education Diploma must be in a relevant subject - Engineering, Mathematics, Science - to be considered.
Course specific subject requirements are indicated in subject requirements above
English language band: D
Please note that nationals of Majority English Speaking Countries (as defined by UKVI) who have successfully completed high school in the respective country, are not required to complete an English language test. For information on our English requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
The following are not required for entry, but you may find these useful further preparation for this degree:
Contextual consideration
We make contextual offers for this programme, which can be found in the entry requirements. As part of the assessment process, we take into account contextual information to gain a more complete picture of each application. More information can be found on the Contextualised admissions website.
Deferrals
Applications can be submitted for deferred entry by choosing the appropriate year of entry on the UCAS application.
If your circumstances change and, therefore, you need to request a deferral after an offer has been made, then we can generally permit these for this programme. However, each deferral request will be considered on a case-by-case basis and we reserve the right to decline any post-offer deferral request. Requests should be submitted via a message on King’s Apply with an explanation of the reason for making the request.
Please note, second deferral requests will only be considered where the request is due to extreme unforeseen extenuating circumstances, for example, health reasons. We are unable to permit deferral requests that go beyond two years and you would need to apply again. This is with the exception of deferrals which are due to military/national service.
Foundation courses
Applicants studying Foundation Year programmes in the UK are welcome to apply for this programme. Foundation programmes from other universities and further education providers in the UK are considered on a case-by-case basis. Whether or not we can consider a particular foundation year as suitable for study at King's depends on the content of the syllabus and modules studied. In the past we have accepted foundation programmes from a number of other institutions.
We are unable to accept Foundation programmes that are integrated as part of a main degree at another institution. These may be called Year 0 or Integrated Foundations. We are also unable to accept non-UK Foundation courses.
Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your qualification, such as a list of modules and course specifications.
The King's International Foundation Programme has guaranteed pathways available for progression onto our undergraduate degree programmes, and information can be found on the website.
Graduates
Our general entry requirements are based on A-level or equivalent. However, where an applicant is completing/has completed a degree, we are able to consider the degree study as part of the assessment of the application.
Generally, we would consider a minimum of a UK Bachelor degree with a 2:1 grade profile (or overseas equivalent) as meeting the entry requirements for our undergraduate degrees. However, those who have achieved/are predicted a high 2:1 or a First may be considered more competitive.
Where a programme has subject requirements, these will still need to have been met. If you have not met the subject requirements via A-level (or equivalent) then we may be able to consider the content within your degree. We would be looking for significant study of the subject across the degree programme with a 2:1 or above grading on those modules.
Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your degree study.
Personal Statement
Your personal statement is one of the many factors in the overall assessment of your application, and is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the university and inform us of your commitment to the programme and how the programme fits into your career plans, as well as any work experience or extracurricular activities you have done.
Resits
We are able to consider applicants who have retaken or are retaking their qualifications.
Transfers
We are able to consider applications for transfer into Year 2 of this programme. Please see our Transferring to King’s website for more information.
If you don't have a suitable qualification for direct entry to a UK university, we can help with our Foundation year courses.
If you have an offer from King's, but English isn't your first language, we have courses to help you.
Teaching is conducted through a combination of methods including lectures, problem sheets, tutorials, projects, practical laboratory sessions, workshops, and group-based activities. Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work e.g. 150 hours work for a 15 credit module. These hours cover every aspect of the module, including independent study.
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
The majority of learning for this degree takes place at the King’s College London Waterloo, Strand, and Guy’s Campuses. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the optional modules you select.
Your knowledge and understanding are assessed by means of summative examinations and coursework.
Forms of assessment may typically include quizzes, practical work and reports, software presentation, poster and oral presentations and pitches, presentations and reports of individual and group projects, and unseen written examinations.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totaling 480 credits.
You are required to take:
There are no optional modules for this year.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
Graduates of the Natural Sciences degree will be exceptionally well placed to find employment within emerging and future industries that address major global challenges, including sustainable environment (achieving net zero, globally sustainable natural environment, innovation, green growth), health and life sciences (business innovation, mental and physical health, global health), digital and data driven economy (productivity growth and security, data, AI, quantum computing) as well as national security, defence and space.
The UK tuition fee for the 2025-26 academic year is currently £9,535 per year. This is based on the UK Government's cap.
The International tuition fee for the 2025-2026 academic year is £35,800 per year.
Please note that the International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King's terms and conditions.
All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2000 against their first year's tuition fee. This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an unconditional offer to study with us, and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King's.
If you choose the study abroad option with one of King’s partner universities, you will not be charged tuition fees by the host university (although some partners do charge a small administration fee for applying). King’s will continue to invoice for a proportion of King's tuition fees.
The OFS cap for year in industry for 25/26 entrants is £1850. Where applicable to your placement, you should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling. In addition to the costs above, you can also expect to pay for: ·books if you choose to buy your own copies ·clothing for optional course related events and competitions ·library fees and fines ·personal photocopies ·printing course handouts ·society membership fees ·stationery ·travel costs for travel around London and between campuses ·graduation costs. ·calculator for exams where relevant
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
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