• A Level:  
  • BBC in two science subjects, with Chemistry at grade B
  • Biology is preferred as the second science subject; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Critical Thinking and General Studies are excluded.
• IB Diploma: 26 points overall, including Chemistry (HL) at grade 5 and one other Higher Level science subject at grade 4 (Biology preferred; Mathematics or Physics considered on a case-by-case basis)
• STPM:  
  • BBC in two science subjects, with Chemistry at grade B
  • 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
  • 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.
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 
  • 77% average based on 6 subjects, including Chemistry at 81%
  • 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.
  • 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 required at a minimum of 75%. The second science subject should be Biology at a minimum of 73%; however, Mathematics or Physics may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • In addition, a minimum of 78% overall in the Senior High School Diploma is required, with at least 80% in Chemistry and 70% in another science subject. Biology is preferred as the second science subject, though Mathematics or Physics may also be considered.
  • 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 at 80%. Biology is preferred as the second science subject at 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 3.10 out of 4.0 and good grades in Chemistry (grade equivalent to B 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 3.10 out of 4.0 and good grades in Chemistry (a grade equivalent to B 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) 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 & Literature: Grade C
• GCE AS Level English Language & Literature: Grade C
• SPM: CEFR level B2 (including B2 in each element)
• 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 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