Our Natural Sciences integrated Undergraduate and Master’s degree is designed for students with a passion for science across traditional subject boundaries, who want to use their learning to tackle real-world problems. This programme equips you with deep knowledge in individual disciplines as well as the ability to understand the connections between the sciences. Scientists who can tackle society’s most complex problems by integrating knowledge and skills from different science disciplines are in huge demand, so our graduates will be exceptionally well-placed for employment within emerging and future industries across sectors.

The degree combines a rigorous grounding in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics, with bespoke modules exploring the interconnections between the sciences, enabling you to integrate knowledge for new and original perspectives. A core focus of the degree is on computational and mathematical skills, training you to code, model complex phenomena through simulations, grasp machine learning and AI tools, and harness the power of systems thinking.

From day one, you will apply your learning to real-world projects. Combined with specialised skills training from the Entrepreneurship Institute, this will cultivate your abilities in analysis, creative thinking, leadership, communication, and complex teamwork, providing a significant head start in your future career.

Interdisciplinary science is regarded as vital for addressing the world’s challenges with some of the most exciting research and innovation happening at the interface of scientific disciplines. Developing an interdisciplinary mindset builds deep understanding of how disciplines intersect, and fosters critical thinking, creativity, and a broader perspective on issues.

Our Natural Sciences MSci teaches you the essentials for different sciences disciplines, but crucially helps you understand the connections within and across them, preparing you for a world where complex problems require multifaceted solutions. You will learn to think critically and innovatively, all while being taught by academics at the forefront of their fields. Group projects will also grow your skills in collaborative teamwork, communication and problem-solving. Modules on entrepreneurship help you develop essential workplace skills like active learning, strategic thinking, innovation, creativity, and adaptability.

In your first year, you will build a strong foundation in the core natural sciences disciplines: biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics, including facilitating your cross disciplinary thinking. This will be complemented by learning coding and experimental laboratory skills. You will apply your learning through project work and oral and poster presentation skills. In addition, you will be tutored by some of King’s most pioneering interdisciplinary scientists who will share insights from their groundbreaking research, from new medical therapies to engineering enzymes that degrade plastics, inspiring your own innovative thinking.

Years 2 and 3 will give you a thorough grounding in advanced mathematics and analytical skills for complex problem solving, along with an introduction to Machine Learning and AI. You will also shape your degree by choosing from a portfolio of bespoke interdisciplinary science modules and modules available from other science programmes at King’s, where you will study alongside students on other degrees. Additionally, in third year you will pursue a research project and a module with an employability and entrepreneurship focus.

The fourth year is a very different experience as you will spend up to six months working independently on an advanced, interdisciplinary research project. This will give you the opportunity to integrate advanced knowledge from three years of study, and demonstrate your innovative and creative thinking skills.

Throughout your four years of study you will have the opportunity to develop a personal development plan – where you can record the portfolio of skills and tools you’ve acquired and reflect on your learning and self-development. This will help enhance your CV and prepare you for the world of work.