• A Level: BCC, including two science-based subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics. Excludes Critical Thinking and General Studies
• IB Diploma: 24 points with 5 and 4 at Higher Level, including two science-based subjects such as Biology (HL), Chemistry (HL), Physics (HL), or Mathematics (HL)
• STPM: BC+C+, including two science-based subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics. Excludes Pengajian Am
• UEC: 3 B3s and 2 B4s, including two science-based subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics, excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language
• Australian Year 12: ATAR 78.
  • Applicants are required to meet specific grade standards in two science-based subjects, such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics, aligned with A Level subject requirements
  • To fulfil these A Level standards, specific grade equivalents in the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) are required
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 
  • 75% average based on 6 subjects, including two science-based subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics. Applicants must meet specific grade requirements for subjects required at A Level: 75% for C and 81% for B.
  • Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and will be assessed based on the University’s requirements
• Gaokao (NCEE) and Senior High School Diploma (China): 
  • 68% average in the Gaokao, including two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics, with one subject at 75% and the other at 73%
  • In addition, a minimum overall score of 75% in the Senior High School Diploma is required, including two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics, with one subject at 80% and the other at 70%
  • Gaokao scores are converted from 750 to a percentage scale
• Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) / Indian School Certificate (CISCE) - Class XII: 
  • 5% average from the best four subjects, including two science-based subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics, with one subject at 80% and the other at 70%
  • Excludes local language, Environmental Education, General Studies, and Physical Education
• Advanced Placement (AP): 4, 3, 3, including two science-based subjects such as AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus, or AP Physics
• Diploma - Local Institutions: Entry to Year 2 is assessed on a case-by-case basis, typically requiring a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in relevant subjects, including two science-based subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics
• Foundation - Local Institutions: Acceptance is at the School’s discretion and requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in relevant subjects, including two science-based subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics
• Nottingham's Foundation Programme: Successful completion is required with an overall minimum average of 50%

Notes:

• In addition to the entry requirements listed above, applicants must have at least a credit (normally grade C) in Mathematics at SPM/GCSE/IGCSE/High School Diploma or equivalent. This requirement can be waived if applicants have obtained a similar or equivalent grade at a higher level.

• IELTS (Academic): 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each element)
• TOEFL (iBT) For tests taken up to January 2026: 80 (minimum 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking)
  TOEFL (iBT) For tests taken from February 2026: 4.5 (with no less than 4.0 in each element)
• PTE (Academic): 65 (with no less than 59 in each element)
• GCE A Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C
• GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C
• SPM: CEFR level B2 (including B2 in each element)
• GCSE O-Level: Grade C / 6
• IGCSE (first language): Grade C / 6
• IGCSE (second language): Grade B / 6
• MUET: Band 4
• UEC: Grade B3
• IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level): 4 points
• IB English B (Higher Level): 4 points
• IB English B (Standard Level): 5 points
• OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) (No fast-track route): 75%
• CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X: 70% overall (confirmation of English as the medium of instruction required)

Notes:

• IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old
• IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted
• IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted
• MUET results are valid for five years from the release date
• OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants have completed all 30 credits from standard OSSD courses, not through credit exemptions. Fast-track routes are not accepted.
• CBSE/CISCE Class XII English with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants provide a confirmation letter stating that English was the medium of instruction in Class XII
• English language tests must be taken at a test centre situated in the applicant’s country of residence
• International applicants who meet the University’s requirements may also need to submit extra documents or an approved English test for MOHE, if required