• 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.