| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Natural Sciences MSci degree at King's College London is a four-year program that emphasizes interdisciplinary thinking, scientific problem-solving, and entrepreneurship skills. It covers various natural science subjects, including biology, chemistry, computation, mathematics, and physics. The program aims to equip graduates with a deep understanding of interdisciplinary sciences, strong analytical skills, and the ability to address real-world problems through a cross-disciplinary approach.
Program Outline
Natural Sciences MSci Degree: King's College London
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Natural Sciences MSci degree is a four-year program designed for students with a passion for science and discovery. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary and creative thinking, scientific problem-solving, and entrepreneurship skills. It draws on strengths in science education and interdisciplinary research at King's College London and covers various natural science subjects: biology, chemistry, computation, mathematics, and physics.
Objectives:
The program aims to:
- Equip graduates with knowledge and applied understanding of interdisciplinary sciences, crossing traditional subject boundaries.
- Develop strong mathematics and analytical skills.
- Introduce graduates to Machine Learning and AI.
- Provide a flexible and broad program allowing students to follow their interests through a wide range of modules.
- Impart essential skills in self-management, development, and active learning.
- Offer a strong employability and entrepreneurship focus integrated into the curriculum.
- Prepare graduates for addressing real-world problems through a cross-disciplinary approach and application of prioritized skills.
Description:
The program begins with a set of compulsory modules focusing on core natural science disciplines (biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics), along with coding and experimental laboratory skills. Problem-solving and project work are important aspects, promoting teamwork, group organization, and presentation skills. An understanding of interdisciplinary sciences cultivates knowledge and communication of how such research is conducted and interpreted. Years 2 and 3 offer a core set of modules developing strong mathematics and analytical skills while introducing Machine Learning and AI. Students can then choose from various modules, both newly devised and from other King's programs, to create a flexible and broad learning experience based on their interests. The program culminates in a long advanced interdisciplinary research project in Year 4, allowing students to showcase their innovative and creative thinking.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Compulsory modules:
- Experimental Skills (15 credits)
- Mathematical Methods for Natural Sciences (30 credits)
- Biology for Interdisciplinary Sciences (15 credits)
- Chemistry for Interdisciplinary Sciences (15 credits)
- Physics for Interdisciplinary Sciences (15 credits)
- Coding (15 credits)
- What is Interdisciplinary Research? (15 credits)
Years 2 and 3:
- Core modules:
- Developing strong mathematics and analytical skills
- Introduction to Machine Learning and AI
- Optional modules:
- A diverse range of modules from various natural science disciplines
- Flexibility to choose based on individual interests
Year 4:
- Long advanced interdisciplinary research project
Assessment:
- Assessed through a combination of summative examinations and coursework.
- Forms of assessment may include quizzes, practical work, software presentations, poster and oral presentations, individual and group project reports, and written examinations.
Teaching:
- Conducted through lectures, problem sheets, tutorials, projects, practical laboratory sessions, workshops, and group-based activities.
- Face-to-face teaching is complemented by innovative technology for a digital learning experience.
- Led by experienced faculty members with strong research expertise.
Careers:
- Graduates are exceptionally well-placed for employment in emerging and future industries addressing major global challenges. These include:
- Sustainable environment (achieving net zero, global green growth)
- Health and life sciences (business innovation, mental and physical health)
- Digital and data-driven economy (productivity growth, data, AI)
- National security, defense, and space
Other:
- Students are allocated a Personal Tutor to support and encourage them throughout their studies.
- The program is delivered at King's College London Waterloo, Strand, and Guy's Campuses.
- Modules with a practical component may be capped due to educational requirements.
Full time tuition fees UK: The UK tuition fee for the 2024-25 academic year is currently £9,250 per year. This is based on the UK Government's cap. Full time tuition fees International The International tuition fee for the 2024-2025 academic year is £29,472 per year. Please note that the International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King's terms and conditions. All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2000 against their first year's tuition fee. King’s will continue to invoice for a proportion of King's tuition fees. If you choose the study abroad option with one of King’s partner universities, you will not be charged tuition King’s will continue to invoice for a proportion of King's tuition fees. At present these are as follows: · Overseas students studying for a semester abroad will receive an invoice for two thirds of the King's tuition fees for the year. The OFS cap for compulsory or optional year abroad it is £1385. NB: EU students will be liable for the same study abroad tuition fees as overseas students in 2024/25 You should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling. In addition to the costs above, you can also expect to pay for: ·library fees and fines ·personal photocopies ·printing course handouts ·society membership fees ·stationery ·travel costs for travel around London and between campuses ·graduation costs. ·calculator for exams where relevant
