• A Level:  
  • BBC in two science subjects, including Chemistry (grade B required; if not met, a test will be required).
  • Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Excludes Critical Thinking and General Studies.
• IB Diploma: 26 points, with 5 and 4 at Higher Level, including Chemistry (HL) (grade 5 required; if obtained 4, a test will be required). Biology (HL) is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics (HL) or Physics (HL) may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• STPM: BBC+ in two science subjects, including Chemistry (grade B required; if not met, a test will be required). Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Excludes Pengajian Am.
• UEC: 5 B3s in two science subjects, including Chemistry (grade B3 required; if not met and obtained B4, a test will be required). Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Excludes Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language.
• Australian Year 12: ATAR 82. 
  • Chemistry is required, with specific grade standards aligned with A Level subject requirements.
  • A second science subject is also required; Biology is preferred, but Physics or Mathematics may be accepted as a substitute on a case-by-case basis.
  • To fulfil these A Level standards, specific grade equivalents in the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) are required.
  • Additionally, if the required A Level grade for Chemistry is not met within an acceptable range in the SSCE, a test will be required.
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 
  • 77% average based on 6 subjects, including Chemistry. Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics or Physics may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Specific grade requirements must be met if subjects are required at A Level: 75% for C and 81% for B. If Chemistry is at grade C, a test will be required.
  • 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):  
  • 70% average in the Gaokao, including two science subjects, with Chemistry as one of the required subjects at a minimum of 75% (if not met, a test may be required). The second science subject should be Biology at a minimum of 73%, though Mathematics or Physics may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • In addition, a minimum of 70% overall in the Senior High School Diploma, with at least 70% in Mathematics and two Science subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
  • Gaokao scores are converted from 750 to a percentage scale.
• Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) / Indian School Certificate (CISCE) - Class XII:  
  • 78% average from the best four subjects, including Chemistry as one of the required subjects at a minimum of 80% (if not met, a test may be required).
  • Biology is preferred as the second science subject at a minimum of 70%; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Excludes local language, Environmental Education, General Studies, and Physical Education.
• Advanced Placement (AP): 4, 4, 3, including AP Chemistry (grade 4 required; if not met, a test will be required). AP Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, AP Physics or AP Calculus 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 3.20 out of 4.0 and good grades in Chemistry (grade equivalent to B required; if obtained at least grade C, a test will be required). Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Foundation - Local Institutions: Acceptance is at the School’s discretion and typically requires a minimum GPA of 3.20 out of 4.0 and good grades in Chemistry (a grade equivalent to B required; if not met and at least a grade C is obtained, a test will be required). Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Nottingham's Foundation Programme: Successful completion is required with an overall minimum average of 50%, including at least 50% in all Biology and Chemistry modules.

Note:

• Applicants who have been accepted without Biology at A Level or its equivalent must have obtained at least a grade B in Biology at SPM, GCSE, IGCSE, High School Diploma, or an equivalent qualification.

• IELTS (Academic): IELTS: 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 & Literature: Grade C
• GCE AS Level English Language & 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 (SL or HL): 4 points
• IB English B HL: 4 points
• IB English B SL: 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.