A flexible science degree where students study several physical and biological sciences at first and then specialise, with an optional fourth MSci year. Suits students who want a broad science base before choosing a field. College fee is extra.
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Sri Lankan A-levels accepted: minimum offers usually AAA in relevant subjects. International A-levels (Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel, Oxford AQA) are assessed against standard A-level offers (typically A*A*A–A*AA).
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Postgraduate funding for international students comes mainly through Gates Cambridge and the Cambridge Trust, which offer full-cost and partial awards; applicants are considered through the course application if they meet the funding deadline (early December for 2027 entry). Undergraduate funding for international students is very limited.
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Programme overview
A clearer look at Natural Sciences BA (Hons) / MSci
A flexible science degree where students study several physical and biological sciences at first and then specialise, with an optional fourth MSci year. Suits students who want a broad science base before choosing a field. College fee is extra.
This 36-month undergraduate route concentrates on biological mechanisms of health, disease or living systems, laboratory investigation and scientific evidence, research design, data analysis and contemporary bioscience. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
Biological mechanisms of health, disease or living systems
Laboratory investigation and scientific evidence
Research design, data analysis and contemporary bioscience
Study biological processes from cells to ecosystems.
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
Laboratory practice
Scientific data analysis
Research-method evaluation
Technical reporting
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
Practical, laboratory, studio, simulation or supervised activities where appropriate to the discipline.
Independent study and progressively more complex assignments or projects.
Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students who enjoy laboratory science and want to investigate living systems, health, disease or biotechnology through evidence. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
Laboratory scientist
Biomedical or biotechnology professional
Clinical research assistant
Life-science analyst
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
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Entry requirements
Can I apply?
Academic
A-levels A*A*A (Sri Lankan A-levels: minimum AAA in relevant subjects)
Sri Lankan qualifications
Sri Lankan A-levels accepted: minimum offers usually AAA in relevant subjects. International A-levels (Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel, Oxford AQA) are assessed against standard A-level offers (typically A*A*A–A*AA).
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk. The expanded description is original GEC guidance built from the recorded course summary, award level and subject; it does not reproduce a university or partner listing word for word. Exact modules, teaching, assessment, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Cambridge before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.
Natural Sciences BA (Hons) / MSci at University of Cambridge | Fees & Entry | GEC