Natural Sciences MNatSci
University of Leeds
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Student Reviews
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH07
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Other at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £28000 | £26000 | £32000 |
25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £32000 | £21000 - £31000 | £25500 - £39500 |
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Course Description
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. That’s why natural sciences graduates are highly sought after by an array of industries to bring their wide range of knowledge and skills to deliver invaluable insight into the issues of today.
Studying natural sciences at Leeds 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. You’ll also be taught by expert academics, with the unique opportunity to get involved in active, real-world research happening across the University.
Here at Leeds, our courses are professionally accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences, giving you the industry recognised qualification needed to pursue a career in this sector.
You’ll also have access to specialist facilities right here on campus, alongside exciting opportunities like studying abroad and industrial work placements, to ensure you have the best grounding to head out into your professional career.
Why study at Leeds:
- This course is accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences.
- Our interdisciplinary research centres like the Priestley International Centre for Climate, Astbury Centre for Structural Molecular Biology, Leeds Institute for Data Analytics the Leeds Institute for Fluid Dynamics, the Centre for HealthTech Innovation and the Bragg Centre for Materials Research produce globally-renowned research that feeds directly into your course, shaping what you learn with the latest thinking.
- Experience expert teaching delivered by a programme team made up of academics and researchers at the forefront of science who specialise in a variety of disciplines.
- Access our specialist facilities and laboratories that are fully equipped with the latest technology and research-grade equipment to provide a creative and stimulating learning environment.
- Tailor your degree to complement your interests with a fully flexible course made up of extensive optional modules that can be designed to suit your career aspirations.
- Enhance your career prospects and give your CV that competitive edge before you graduate with our industrial work placement opportunities. Our close industry links have given previous students the chance to work at — and build professional relationships with — major organisations such as Unilever, Syngenta and Phillips 66.
- Gain invaluable life experience and advance your personal development with our exciting study abroad programmes, spanning across universities worldwide.
- Make the most of your time at Leeds by joining the Natural Sciences Society where you can meet more of your peers, enjoy social events and attend careers events.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Natural Sciences MNatSci at University of Leeds
20% | Teaching Professionals |
15% | Customer service occupations |
15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
15% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
GCSE: English Grade C/4, if a Mathematics A Level equivalent is not required then a minimum Grade B/6 in GCSE Mathematics is required.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees taught
- no components less than 6.0
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees research
- no components less than 5.5
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- No components less than 5.5
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
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About University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is a government funded research university based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The main campus is situated approximately one mile north of Leeds city centre, and is also close to the popular student neighbourhoods of Hyde Park, Woodhouse, and Headingley.
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Student composition of University of Leeds
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Leeds by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 26410
- postgraduates:
- 10335
- Total:
- 36745
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Natural Sciences Msci (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 94% | 3% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 180 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences Msci (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 82% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £28600 | 168 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences (with placement year) Msci (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 94% | 3% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 180 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences Msci (Hons) | University of Exeter | 94% | 10% | 0% | £9250 | £29700 | 195 | Exeter | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences Msci (Hons) | University College London | - | - | - | £9250 | £35000 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences Msci (Hons) | Durham University | 90% | 5% | 2% | £9250 | £29500 | 217 | Durham | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences MNatSci | University of East Anglia | 79% | 10% | 25% | £9250 | £26100 | 181 | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences (Study Abroad) Msci (Hons) | Lancaster University | 84% | 0% | 0% | - | - | 172 | Lancaster | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences Msci (Hons) | Lancaster University | 84% | 10% | 15% | - | - | 215 | Lancaster | On campus Full-time | |
Natural Sciences MNatSci | University of Leeds | 91% | 0% | 5% | - | - | 198 | Leeds | On campus Full-time |