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

RM160,500

Course Highlights

  • Accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) through its education committee, the Community for Environmental Disciplines in Higher Education (CEDHE)
  • 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

Core modules:

  • 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
  • Tutorials in Environmental Science

Core modules:

  • Global Environmental Change: Part 1
  • Environmental Data Analysis: Part 1
  • Global Environmental Change: Part 2
  • Environmental Data Analysis: Part 2

Optional modules:

  • Agrifood Production Systems
  • Earth Observation
  • Environmental Assessment
  • Environmental Politics
  • Forest, Environment and Society
  • Materials and Sustainable Processes
  • Tropical Water and Soil Science
  • Diversity of Life
  • Patterns of Life
  • Tourism and the Environment
  • Tropical Environmental Science Field Course

Core modules:

  • Research Project in Environmental Science

Optional modules:

  • Advanced Environmental Assessment
  • Advances in GIS and Remote Sensing for the Environmental Sciences
  • Environmental Modelling
  • Environmental Politics
  • Environmental Policy, Law and Governance
  • Environmental Pollution and Remediation
  • Introduction to Tropical Conservation Science
  • Landscape Ecology and Spatial Conservation Planning
  • Materials and Sustainable Processes
  • Tropical Ecology
  • Wildlife Behaviour

Entry Requirements

  • A Level:  
    • BCC, including two science subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics.
    • Other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Excludes Critical Thinking and General Studies.
  • IB Diploma:   
    • 24 points with 5, 4 at Higher Level, including two science subjects, preferably from Biology (HL), Chemistry (HL), Geography (HL), Mathematics (HL), or Physics (HL).
    • Other science subjects at Higher Level may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • STPM: BC+C+, including two science subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics. Other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Excludes Pengajian Am.
  • UEC: 3 B3s and 2 B4s, including two science subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics. Other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Excludes Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language.
  • Australian Year 12: ATAR 78. 
    • Applicants are required to meet specific grade standards in two science subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics
    • 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 subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics. Other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must also meet specific grade requirements for subjects required at A Level: 75% for a C and 81% for a 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, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics, with at least one subject at 75% and the other at 73%.
    • In addition, a minimum of 70% overall in the Senior High School Diploma, with at least 70% in Mathematics and two Science subjects, which must include Biology, Chemistry, Geography, or Physics.
    • Gaokao scores are converted from 750 to a percentage scale.
  • Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) / Indian School Certificate (CISCE) - Class XII:  
    • 75% average from the best four subjects, including two science subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics, with at least one subject at 80% and the other at 70%.
    • Excludes local language, Environmental Education, General Studies, and Physical Education.
  • Advance Placement (AP): 4, 3, 3, including two science subjects, preferably from AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Geography, AP Calculus, or AP Physics. Other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Diploma - Local Institutions: Entry to Year 2 is assessed on a case-by-case basis, typically requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in two science subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics. Other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • 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 two science subjects, preferably from Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics. Other science subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Nottingham's Foundation Programme: Successful completion is required.
  • 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
  • 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 or Class X English with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants provide a confirmation letter stating that English was the medium of instruction throughout schooling from Class X to Class XII.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM200

Tuition fees

RM160,500

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM160,400

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Scholarships

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

High Achievers' Scholarship

Amount

Up to 25% tuition fee waiver for first year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Sibling Scholarship

Amount

10% tuition fee waiver for first year

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Dean's Excellence Scholarship

Amount

25% tuition fee waiver for 1 year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

UNM - YTAR Scholarship

Amount

100% full scholarship

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

UNM - MCKL Scholarship

Amount

100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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