Environmental Science BSc Hons

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Sep

Tuition Fees

RM127,200

Course Highlights

  • Ranked #20 in the UK for Geography & Environmental Science in the Subject League Table 2025, The Complete University Guide
  • Experience a world-class education taught by leading international researchers in a programme that emphasises both research and fieldwork
  • Benefit from this multidisciplinary programme with offers of residential field courses in far-reaching locations such as rainforests
  • Exposure to a range of influential environmental organisations and government agencies across Southeast Asia as well as in Europe and Australia

Course Structure

Typical core modules:

  • Dissertation in Environmental Science
  • Environmental Science and Society
  • Global Environmental Processes
  • Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
  • Introduction to Sustainable Development
  • Introductory Geology
  • Natural Resources of Malaysia
  • Plant Science
  • The Ecology of Natural and Managed Ecosystems

Typical core modules:

  • Global Environmental Change

Typical optional modules:

  • Earth Observation
  • Environmental Field Course
  • Forest, Environment and Society
  • Tropical Water and Soil Sciences
  • Data Analysis Part 1 and 2
  • Patterns of Life
  • Site Investigation
  • Soil Science
  • Tourism and the Environment
  • Tropical Environmental Science Field Course

Typical core modules:

  • Undergraduate Research Project

Typical optional modules:

  • Advanced Environmental Assessment
  • Advances in Earth Observation
  • Environmental Modelling
  • Environmental Policy and Economics
  • Environmental Pollution and Remediation
  • Introduction to Tropical Conservation Science
  • Landscape Ecology and Spatial Conservation Planning
  • Tropical Ecology
  • Wildlife Behaviour

Entry Requirements

  • A Level: BBC, including 2 science subjects preferably biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics or physics; other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis, excluding critical thinking and general studies.
  • IB Diploma: 28 points with 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level (including specified grades in science subjects).
  • STPM: BBC+, including 2 science subjects preferably biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics or physics; other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis, excluding Pengajian Am.
  • UEC: 1 As and 4 B3s, including 2 science subjects preferably biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics or physics; other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis, excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese language.
  • SAM or other Australian Matriculations: ATAR 82 (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects).
  • Canadian Ontario Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 77% average based on 6 subjects (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects). Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and to be assessed based on the University's requirements.
  • Advance Placement (AP): 4,4,3 including 2 relevant science subjects.
  • Diploma - Other Institutions: Acceptance to the second year is on a case-by-case basis (and at the discretion of the School) but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.20 out of 4.0 and above, including good grades in relevant subjects. Previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements to the programme.
  • Foundation - Other Institutions: Acceptance is at the discretion of the School but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.20 out of 4.0 and above, including good grades in relevant subjects. Previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements to the programme.
  • University of Nottingham Malaysia Foundation: Successful completion of the Foundation in Science programme.

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 similar or equivalent grade at a higher level.

  • IELTS (Academic): 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each element)
  • TOEFL (iBT): 80 (minimum 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking)
  • 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
  • GCSE O Level: Grade C/4
  • IGCSE (first language): Grade C/4
  • 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

IELTS, TOEFL and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than 2 years old and all IELTS must be the academic version of the test. MUET results are valid for five years from the date of the release of results.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM100

Tuition fees

RM127,200

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM127,000

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