Integrated Natural Sciences MSci
AAA at A level, Mathematics or Physics, and either Biology or Chemistry; graduates earn a median £32,000 three years on.
Typical A level offer
AAA
Mathematics or Physics, and either Biology or Chemistry · 95% of entrants came with A levels · 90% stay on after year 1 · Warwick course page, Discover Uni
Year 13 · applying
What do you need to get in?
AAAtypical A level offer; aaa to include mathematics or physics, and either biology or chemistry.
Typical offer — the grades most applicants are asked for. Contextual offer: AAB, for applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
Warwick course page, read 19 September 2026 · Discover Uni entry profile
- 1Mathematics or Physics, and either Biology or Chemistry
Who actually got in: 95% with A levels, 5% with the IB. Based on 20 entrants.
Other qualifications4
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| IB | 36 points36 to include 6 in Higher Level Mathematics or Higher Level Physics, and 6 in either Higher Level Biology or Higher Level Chemistry. | 6 in Higher Level Mathematics or Higher Level Physics, and 6 in either Higher Level Biology or Higher Level Chemistry |
| BTEC | —We welcome applications from students taking BTECs alongside A level Maths. You will also need to have studied Biology or Chemistry, either at A level or through a relevant BTEC. | — |
| Advanced Highers | AAAA in two Advanced Highers including Mathematics and either Biology or Chemistry plus AAB in three further Highers subjects. | Mathematics and either Biology or Chemistry plus AAB in three further Highers subjects |
| Access | 45 Credits at Level 3, including Distinction in 33 Level 3 credits and Merit in We will consider applicants returning to study who are presenting a QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma on a case-by-case basis. Typically, we require 45 Credits at Level 3, including Di | — |
Years 1–4
What do you study?
8compulsory modules in year 1
Module — one course unit, usually a term or a year long; “core” means everyone takes it. One UK credit is about ten hours of study; a full year is 120 credits.
Warwick course page · optional modules vary by year
Year 2 · 5 core, 14 optional · 75 credits ≈ 750 hours
- MD2A1-15 Integrated Science Tutorials
What you learn (5)
- evaluate primary research articles critically
- compose a detailed written review of research findings
- draft sections of a scientific paper
- summarise research findings concisely
- search scientific literature for relevant topics
- Cellular Decision Making
What you learn (13)
- use specialised software to analyse microscopy or imaging datasets
- produce a written report summarising imaging data analysis
- explain how feedback mechanisms shape behaviour in biological networks
- describe the concept of hysteresis in cellular systems
- describe how robustness arises within biological networks
- describe the structure of biological networks and their representations
- apply model-fitting methods to experimental datasets
- report the outcomes of model fitting in written form
- apply statistical methods to quantify uncertainty in experimental analysis
- present uncertainty estimates within a written scientific report
- apply statistical techniques to diverse biological datasets
- construct graphs to visualise biological data
- interpret patterns and trends shown in biological data graphs
- Patterns and Populations
What you learn (10)
- use software tools to analyse sequencing data
- describe key concepts underlying transcriptomics data
- explain how transcriptomics data are represented
- apply biological data to interpret the functioning of biological systems
- apply statistical methods to estimate uncertainty in analyses
- deliver a concise and effective presentation on a class topic
- combine biological concepts to explain network interactions
- use scientific literature to extend understanding of a topic
- evaluate biological data generated by different techniques
- critique the suitability of different methodologies for data analysis
14 optional modules
- Genetics and Genomics
What you learn (6)
- explain advanced pedigree analysis techniques used in genetics
- describe recombination mapping methods for quantitative traits
- describe genome-wide association mapping as a research method
- explain how molecular genetics applies to everyday situations
- relate sub-cellular biological processes to modern genetic principles
- explain how genetic factors determine an organism's phenotype
- Molecular Cell Biology
What you learn (10)
- describe the organisation of chromosomal sequences in prokaryotes and eukaryotes
- explain mechanisms of transcriptional control of gene expression
- explain how chromatin remodelling contributes to gene regulation
- describe the molecular basis of epigenetic regulation
- explain mechanisms of post-transcriptional and post-translational control
- identify modern molecular techniques used to investigate biological questions
- describe mechanisms regulating cellular activity
- describe the structure and function of cytoskeletal components
- explain the process of programmed cell death
- evaluate how cellular processes influence development and disease
- Enzymology
What you learn (5)
- identify research tools used to measure enzyme kinetics
- describe techniques used to investigate enzyme mechanisms
- explain the mechanism by which enzymes catalyse chemical reactions
- describe how individual reactions are regulated within cells
- explain how reactions integrate into broader metabolic pathways
- Tools for Biochemical Discovery
What you learn (7)
- explain the theoretical basis of key biochemical discovery techniques
- describe the practical application of key biochemical discovery techniques
- explain principles for interpreting experimental data sets
- describe common research techniques used in biochemistry
- identify applications of research techniques to scientific problems
- explain how combining techniques clarifies a biological problem
- describe current advances in key biochemical discovery techniques
- Microbial Pathogens
What you learn (12)
- describe the biology and life cycles of major human pathogens
- explain pathogenic mechanisms used by pathogens and their vectors
- explain mechanisms of infection and microbial virulence
- explain mechanisms underlying antimicrobial resistance
- assess implications of resistance and virulence for diagnosis and treatment
- analyse factors affecting pathogen survival and transmission
- apply case studies to explain disease progression patterns
- evaluate disease prevention and intervention strategies
- evaluate surveillance approaches based on pathogen epidemiology
- assess current methods for diagnosing and treating infectious diseases
- evaluate emerging therapeutics and vaccine strategies
- evaluate environmental and vector-based disease control strategies
- Protein Structure and Function
What you learn (8)
- relate protein structural features to their biological function
- explain molecular mechanisms in terms of protein 3D structure
- describe the physical forces that drive protein folding
- identify secondary structure elements, ligands and motifs in a protein
- describe a protein structure using its structural components
- evaluate recent developments in protein structure prediction methods
- operate molecular visualisation software to examine protein structures
- produce structural images of proteins using visualisation tools
- Plant Molecular Development
What you learn (5)
- describe key stages and processes of plant development
- explain how light and temperature influence plant developmental processes
- explain how drought and nutrient availability affect plant growth
- describe mechanisms by which pathogens infect and affect plants
- evaluate strategies for improving crop resilience and productivity
- Molecular Endocrinology
What you learn (7)
- describe the structure and function of the human endocrine system
- explain how endocrine function relates to normal physiology
- explain how endocrine dysfunction contributes to disease
- describe how physiological systems are regulated around a set-point
- discuss the regulatory processes that maintain homeostasis
- discuss methods used to diagnose endocrine disorders
- apply knowledge of hormonal homeostatic regulation to real-world cases
- Ecology and its Applications
What you learn (6)
- explain key mechanisms by which human activity alters ecosystem structure and function
- illustrate human impacts on ecosystems using relevant real-world examples
- describe how biological traits of organisms affect their support of ecosystem services
- describe how biological traits of organisms can disrupt ecosystem structure or function
- evaluate methods used to assess environmental impacts
- compare current industry and academic research techniques for environmental assessment
- Neuropharmacology
What you learn (7)
- describe fundamental principles of pharmacology
- apply pharmacological methods in practical contexts
- explain how drugs act and are metabolised in the body
- describe receptor theory and modern receptor study methods
- relate drug targets to normal physiological function
- relate drug targets to disease pathophysiology
- outline mechanisms of action of drugs used in common diseases
- Neurobiology
What you learn (6)
- describe the anatomical structure of the central nervous system
- explain how the central nervous system functions
- explain how neural networks process information
- describe techniques used to investigate neural network activity
- explain the molecular mechanisms underlying CNS development
- explain how the nervous system regulates other physiological systems
- Evolution
What you learn (8)
- describe quantitative models of basic evolutionary processes
- explain simple quantitative aspects of population genetics
- evaluate the modern synthesis combining darwinian theory and genetics
- define genetic polymorphism in populations
- distinguish between different types of genetic polymorphism
- explain mechanisms that maintain polymorphism in populations
- evaluate implications of molecular evolutionary theory
- explain the concept of molecular clocks in evolutionary timing
- Immunology
What you learn (9)
- analyse the main components of innate immunity
- analyse the main components of adaptive immunity
- explain how immune diversity is generated
- explain how cytokines bind and signal through their receptors
- apply immunological concepts to explain hypersensitivity reactions
- apply immunological concepts to explain autoimmune disease mechanisms
- explain how T cells mediate immune responses
- explain how B cells mediate immune responses
- analyse clinical immunological data to draw conclusions
Year 3 · 2 core, 13 optional · 30 credits ≈ 300 hours
- Dynamics of Biological Systems
What you learn (11)
- describe how cell metabolism changes dynamically over time
- explain how gene regulatory networks produce dynamic cellular responses
- describe how cell signalling pathways generate dynamic behaviour
- identify experimental techniques used to collect quantitative cellular data
- describe methods for obtaining single-cell measurements
- construct computational models of cellular systems from quantitative data
- formulate hypotheses based on model outputs and experimental data
- design new experiments guided by model predictions
- translate pathway diagrams into biochemical reaction equations
- derive biochemical reactions from ordinary differential equations
- apply quantitative reasoning to analyse problems in cellular biology
- Laboratories and Assessments for Integrated Science
What you learn (6)
- design experiments combining techniques from multiple science disciplines
- perform laboratory experiments following good laboratory practice standards
- summarise scientific information concisely on diverse topics
- research scientific topics thoroughly before writing
- critically evaluate the methods and findings of scientific papers
- search scientific literature to investigate a given topic
13 optional modules
- MD3A2-30 Integrated Science Research Project
What you learn (16)
- plan an independent research investigation
- carry out a sustained independent research project
- evaluate the outcomes of a chosen research topic
- search online databases to locate relevant scientific literature
- appraise scientific literature for relevance and quality
- relate literature findings to appropriate research methodologies
- record experimental procedures and observations systematically
- document quantitative data obtained from experiments
- construct scientific arguments using evidence from multiple sources
- synthesise results from varied sources into coherent findings
- apply tools from different scientific disciplines to a research question
- analyse research data using cross-disciplinary methods
- interpret research data to address a scientific question
- critically review scientific research papers
- present research findings in oral form
- report research findings in written form
- Protein Targeting
What you learn (6)
- explain mechanisms directing proteins to the endoplasmic reticulum
- describe the regulation of protein secretion through the golgi apparatus
- explain mechanisms directing proteins to mitochondria
- explain mechanisms directing proteins to chloroplasts
- describe the control of receptor mediated endocytosis
- evaluate research techniques used to study protein targeting
- Oncology
What you learn (9)
- identify common causes of cancer
- describe methods used to detect cancer
- describe the biological stages of carcinogenesis
- explain the molecular mechanisms driving carcinogenesis
- identify cellular mechanisms that restrict tumour development
- identify key immunotherapeutic targets used against cancer
- explain the mechanisms of action of cancer immunotherapies
- describe the origins of major haematological cancers
- outline treatment strategies for haematological cancers
- Structural Molecular Biology
What you learn (8)
- describe the architecture of large macromolecular complexes
- explain experimental techniques used to determine large macromolecular structures
- describe the structural organisation of membrane proteins
- explain research methods applied to study membrane protein structures
- describe molecular structures involved in infection processes
- explain research techniques used to investigate infection-related structures
- describe computational approaches used in structural biology
- apply computational tools to research and development problems in structural biology
- Biological Clocks
What you learn (5)
- explain the significance of temporal organisation in biological systems
- describe molecular mechanisms underlying circadian rhythms
- identify biological pacemakers across different organisms
- interpret different types of biological research data
- formulate independent conclusions from research findings
- Integrative Neuroscience
What you learn (8)
- explain how neurons transmit signals within the nervous system
- describe mechanisms underlying motor control
- explain how disruption of motor control mechanisms causes movement disorders
- describe stages and processes of brain development
- identify research techniques used to study brain development
- describe the structural organisation of the cerebral cortex
- explain how cortical structures support different brain functions
- explain the neurobiological mechanisms underlying sleep
- Principles of Development
What you learn (4)
- explain how multiple organisational layers interact in biological systems
- describe the genetic mechanisms underlying developmental processes
- describe the cellular processes that drive development
- explain how morphogenesis shapes tissue and organ formation
- Bioenergy & Biorefining
What you learn (7)
- identify key problems associated with current agricultural practices
- describe different categories of biofuels and sustainable energy sources
- explain how emerging biotechnologies respond to climate change pressures
- explain how economic and governmental changes influence biotechnology development
- explain sustainability considerations in process technology production
- explain sustainability considerations in feedstock production
- explain sustainability considerations in energy production and use
- Extreme Environmental Biology
What you learn (2)
- gather information rapidly from complex primary research articles
- synthesise research findings into a coherent review or presentation
- Engineering Biology
What you learn (3)
- describe core concepts underlying the engineering of biological systems
- explain how synthetic biology can transform discovery processes across biological science
- apply computational tools to design synthetic biology systems
Year 4 · 1 core, 5 optional · 90 credits ≈ 900 hours
- Integrated Science Research Project
What you learn (10)
- formulate a scientific hypothesis independently
- design an experimental protocol to test a hypothesis
- carry out planned experiments to generate research data
- combine concepts and methods from multiple scientific disciplines in a project
- compose an extended critical review of current scientific literature
- assess limitations in published research evidence
- interpret experimental data using advanced analytical techniques
- relate experimental findings to existing scientific literature
- draft a research report in academic journal article style
- deliver an oral seminar presentation of research findings
5 optional modules
- Physical Biology of the Cell
What you learn (7)
- apply analytical techniques to study cell physical biology
- use technical laboratory skills to investigate cellular processes
- analyse physical properties of living systems
- quantify biological behaviours using mathematical methods
- formulate scientific questions based on physical biology concepts
- design experimental approaches to address biological questions
- communicate proposed experimental strategies clearly
- Mathematical Modelling of Biomedical Systems
What you learn (4)
- translate a biomedical problem into a mathematical formulation
- evaluate current numerical methods used in interdisciplinary life-science problems
- select suitable mathematical techniques to analyse given data
- solve modelling problems using computational software tools
- Frontier Techniques in Biomedical Research
What you learn (4)
- describe state-of-the-art methodologies used in biomedical research
- evaluate the application of frontier techniques in biomedical research
- analyse biomedical research findings across different fields
- compile a report on the use of frontier techniques in a specific field
- Essential & Transferable Research Skills- Written Research Proposal
What you learn (5)
- formulate research questions addressing complex interdisciplinary science topics
- produce an original research proposal
- communicate complex scientific ideas clearly to specialist audiences
- communicate complex scientific ideas clearly to non-specialist audiences
- critically appraise scientific concepts
- Programming for Biomedical Data Analysis
What you learn (4)
- describe fundamental programming concepts used in data analysis
- write computer programs to process biological data sets
- apply programming techniques to analyse complex biological data
- evaluate the quality and reliability of large biological data sets
“What you learn” restates each module’s published learning outcomes in our own words, as short skill statements in the same form as the GCSE and A level curriculum, with the help of an AI model; fields of knowledge follow the twelve fields of the knowledge sphere. The university’s module page, linked from each title, is the authoritative description.
After graduating
Where does it lead?
£32,000median pay three years after graduating
Lower quarter£27k
Median£32k
Upper quarter£41k
Median — the middle earner: half earned more, half less. Pay is for graduates of this subject at this university who finished in 2016-18, not adjusted for inflation; based on 225 graduates.
Discover Uni dataset (HESA and Office for Students, CC BY 4.0, contains HESA data); earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes data (Department for Education) · aggregation level 11, 14, 21
Half of graduates earned between £26,500 and £41,000. Five years on, the median is £39,500. 82% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing; 84% of those in work were in professional or managerial jobs.
All outcome figures7
| Measure | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Continue after year 110% left | 90% | 20 |
| In work or study, 15 months on20% studying | 82% | 170 |
| Professional or managerial job | 84% | 90 |
| Pay 15 months on, median | £33,500 | 60 |
| Pay 3 years on, median | £32,000 | 225 |
| Pay 5 years on, median | £39,500 | 270 |
Money
What does it cost?
£10,050a year for UK students, 2027/28 entry
Tuition fee loan — paid straight to the university; repayments start the April after you leave, at 9% of income above the threshold. UK fees are capped by government and rise with inflation; placement and study-abroad years are usually charged at a lower rate.
Warwick fees page · source
About £40,200 in fees over 4 years, covered by a tuition fee loan you repay only when earning above the threshold.
National Student Survey 2025-26
What do students say?
91%agreed the course was good overall (question 26)
NSS — a yearly survey of final-year students at every UK university; 100% of this course’s final year answered. Small groups can swing a lot year to year.
National Student Survey, via Discover Uni · 10 students answered
Highest: 100% agreed on question 1; lowest: 63% on question 25.
All questions26
| Question | Agree |
|---|---|
| Question 1 | 100% |
| Question 2 | 91% |
| Question 3 | 100% |
| Question 4 | 82% |
| Question 5 | 91% |
| Question 6 | 100% |
| Question 7 | 91% |
| Question 8 | 100% |
| Question 9 | 91% |
| Question 10 | 64% |
| Question 11 | 82% |
| Question 12 | 91% |
| Question 13 | 100% |
| Question 14 | 91% |
| Question 15 | 100% |
| Question 16 | 100% |
| Question 17 | 64% |
| Question 18 | 91% |
| Question 19 | 100% |
| Question 20 | 100% |
| Question 21 | 100% |
| Question 22 | 100% |
| Question 23 | 100% |
| Question 24 | 100% |
| Question 25 | 63% |
| Question 26 | 91% |
Question texts are published by the Office for Students; the dataset carries only the question numbers.
Modules, entry requirements and fees are facts read from University of Warwick’s course page on 2026-09-19 and may change; the university’s page is authoritative. Descriptions are not reproduced. Outcome figures are from the Discover Uni dataset. University of Warwick is a trade mark of the university; sch.today is independent of it.