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BSc Natural Sciences with a Year Abroad ( CFGA )

UCAS Course Code:
CFGA
Attendance:
Full Time
Award:
Degree of Bachelor of Science
School of Study:
Natural Sciences
Brochure:
Natural Sciences Undergraduate Brochure (PDF)
Typical A-Level Offer:
A*AA (including two sciences)

The Natural Sciences programme is ideal if you wish to combine study in more than one area of science but retain a larger degree of flexibility than joint degrees allow. You will study modules from a minimum of two key disciplines with the opportunity to specialise as you develop your degree.

If you are enthusiastic about studying several branches of science, and want to think across traditional subject boundaries, then this could be the degree for you.

The Natural Sciences degree at UEA is the only degree where the choice of subjects studied is taken by you, the student. With the help of your personal academic advisor you will tailor your choices from across the sciences to create a unique degree that crosses conventional boundaries.

Do you want to understand not only the biological complexities of how a virus spreads through a population, but also the computational techniques necessary to predict and illustrate it? Do you want to be able to explain the causes of a tsunami, and to use mathematics to predict how the wave travels, and to understand the economics of how it impacts on vulnerable people? If the answer to these questions (or to thousands more like them) is “yes” then you should consider Natural Sciences.

Whatever choices you make, you will benefit from being taught in science departments where the research and teaching is considered excellent internationally. You will learn from scientists who are at the forefront of their field, who will share their latest results with you in lectures, seminars, fieldwork or practical classes. You will experience what is required of a competent scientist; from the careful thought needed to design an experiment in any science, through painstaking consideration of the results, to the sense of discovery and excitement of finding something new.

Take a look at our course brochure for further information.


Dr. Martin Loftus

Natural Sciences at UEA is taught within the Faculty of Science, a strongly integrated and innovative science cluster comprising Schools of:

  • Biological Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Computing Sciences
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Pharmacy

There are also strong links to the John Innes Centre, Sainsbury Laboratory and Institute of Food Research on the Norwich Research Park and the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and School of Medicine.

The Faculty of Science is nationally and internationally renowned for its world-class research. In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, all departments were rated as having world-leading research and over 93% of the research outputs were assessed as being of international quality. Our research success has secured our ranking as one of the top fifteen research intensive universities for science in the UK.

Our stimulating ‘research-led’ teaching programme ensures you will:

  • be taught at the cutting-edge of your subject.
  • have the opportunity to undertake some original interdisciplinary scientific research.
  • develop excellent practical skills through laboratory work, workshops and field courses.

The quality of teaching within all schools in the Faculty of Science was rated very highly in recent external assessment exercises. We also offer a high level of academic and pastoral care to our students. The demand for Natural Sciences degree programmes has increased significantly in recent years and as a result we now offer a much wider portfolio of degrees to our prospective students.

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Year Abroad

The Faculty of Science has strong links with universities across the globe. Going to university in another country will mean that you have the benefit of immersing yourself in a different culture and language whilst graduating with a highly interdisciplinary science degree.

Our Year Abroad programmes involve four years of study with the first two years at UEA following the BSc Natural Sciences programme. The third year is spent at a University abroad. You return for your fourth year to UEA and complete the final year modules from the BSc Natural Sciences course which includes undertaking an independent interdisciplinary research project.

Your choice of exchange university for the Year Abroad may be influenced by the unit choices you are taking on the degree and the research strengths of the individual institutions in those particular areas. Advice and discussion on your choices for the exchange year is provided by your academic advisor and the course director during year two.

Current Australasian universities that the Faculty of Science has exchange programmes with include, amongst others:

  • Macquarie University, Sydney
  • Lincoln University, Canterbury NZ
  • Murdoch University, Perth
  • Griffith University, Brisbane
  • University of Auckland, NZ
  • Monash University, Melbourne

Students on an Australasian exchange programme will be expected to pay 15% of their annual tuition fee to UEA during their year abroad, and we will pay the fees of the Australasian university.

Current European universities that the Faculty of Science has exchange programmes with include, amongst others:

  • Marseille (France)
  • Granada (Spain)
  • Amsterdam (The Netherlands)
  • Naples (Italy)
  • Freiburg (Germany)
  • Madrid (Spain)
  • Brussels (Belgium)

Students who wish to study at a European university will be required to have achieved a GCSE grade B or above in the language of instruction for the year abroad.

Students on a European exchange programme will be expected to pay 15% of their annual tuition fee to UEA during their year abroad, and we will pay the fees of the European university.

Current North American universities that the Faculty of Science has exchange programmes with include, amongst others:

  • University of British Columbia, Vancouver
  • University of Miami, Florida University of California University of Calgary, Alberta
  • University of Texas

Students on a North American exchange programme will be expected to pay 15% of their annual tuition fee to UEA during their year abroad, and we will pay the fees of the North American University.

Entry Requirements

A Level:
A*AA (including two sciences)
International Baccalaureate:
36 points (including 3 Higher Level subjects at grade 6 including two Sciences)
Scottish Highers:
AAAAA
Scottish Advanced Highers:
AAA
Irish Leaving Certificate:
AAAAAA

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:

  • IELTS: 6. overall (minimum 5.5 in any component)
  • TOEFL: Internet-based score of 78 overall (minimum 20 in Speaking component, 17 in Writing and Listening components and 18 in Reading components.
  • PTE: 55 overall (minimum 51 in any component).

If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Interviews

Interviews are required as part of the selection process.

Gap Year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year, believing that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry and may wish to contact the appropriate Admissions Office directly to discuss this further.

Special Entry Requirements

Students who wish to study at a European university will be required to have achieved a GCSE grade B or above in the language of instruction for the year abroad. 

We ask our applicants to have at least two of the following subjects to A2-level or equivalent: Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Mathematics or Further Mathematics; Environmental Science or Geography or Geology; and Information and Communication Technology.

General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Intakes

The School's annual intake is in September of each year.

Alternative Qualifications

We encourage you to apply if you have alternative qualifications equivalent to our stated entry requirement. Please contact us for further information.

GCSE Offer

All students are required to have GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English Language at Grade C or above.
 
Students are also required to have GCSE Grade B or above in the language of instruction for the year abroad.

Fees and Funding

Undergraduate University Fees

We are committed to ensuring that Tuition Fees do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds.  Full time UK/EU students starting an undergraduate degree course in 2013 will be charged a tuition fee of £9,000.  The level of fee may be subject to yearly increases.  Full time International students starting an undergraduate degree course in 2013 will be charged a tuition fee of £14,400.  The level of fee may be subject to yearly increases.

Year Abroad Fees

For Home/EU students opting for a  Year Abroad the tuition fee is currently £1,350.  The Year Abroad tuition fee will be subject to an  annual increase. International Students are required to pay 25% of their annual tuition fee to UEA during their year Abroad and will be calculated based on the current tuition fee for that year.

Scholarships and Bursaries

Home/EU - The University of East Anglia offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships.  To check if you are eligible please visit http://www.uea.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/finance/university-financial-support      

International Students -  The University offers around £1 million of Scholarships each year to support International students in their studies. Scholarships are normally awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and are usually for the duration of the period of study.    Our University international pages gives you more details about preparation for studying with us, including Fees and Funding http://www.uea.ac.uk/international


Full-Time Degrees

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Part-Time Degrees

The University of East Anglia offers some of its undergraduate degrees on a part-time basis. The application form for part-time study can be found at: http://www.uea.ac.uk/courses/parttimestudy. For further information on the part-time application process, please contact the relevant Faculty Office:

Faculty of Arts and Humanities: ug.hum.admiss@uea.ac.uk 
Faculty of Science: sci.admiss@uea.ac.uk 
Faculty of Health: nam.admissions@uea.ac.uk

Each year we hold a series of Open Days, where potential applicants to our Undergraduate courses can come and visit the university to learn more about the courses they are interested in, meet current students and staff and tour our campus. If you decide to apply for a course and are made an offer, you will be invited to a School specific Visit Day. Applicants may be invited for interview or audition for some courses.

For enquiries about the content of the degree or your qualifications please contact Admissions at 01603 591515 or email admissions@uea.ac.uk We can then direct your enquiry to the relevant department to assist you.

If you wish to view the courses available, view our online prospectus or order a hard copy prospectus please visit www.uea.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate