School of Natural Sciences

The School of Natural Sciences welcomes you to explore the world at its most fundamental level, diving deep into the science that explains how everything around us works. Through our courses in Biology, Animal Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Forensics, you’ll build a strong scientific foundation and develop the skills to apply your knowledge in real‑world contexts. Our innovative teaching and cutting-edge research opens the door to exciting opportunities and provides the ideal launchpad for your future career.
Vision
Our vision is to be a nationally and internationally recognised School for innovative and inclusive teaching and research. We strive to integrate the key sciences of biology, chemistry and physics to bring about a significant change in society. The School of Natural Sciences is unique in its cross-disciplinary approach, preparing students to become future scientists and leaders of the world, who are value-driven agents of change.
Mission
To serve our local communities through excellent learning, teaching and research, and deliver this to a wide range of students, developing well-informed citizens and custodians of the planet.
We want to prepare students to be our future scientists and leaders of a world where the development of science and technology is increasingly important for the survival of life on earth.
Our Courses
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Explore crime, justice and forensic science with the Criminology and Forensic Biology BSc at the University of Chester, combining theory, biology and hands‑on investigation skills.
- UCAS Code
- MF95
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
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Study forensic science and biology with Chester’s BSc (Hons) Forensic Biology, gaining RSB‑accredited skills in DNA analysis, molecular techniques and real‑world crime scene to courtroom experience.
- UCAS Code
- C190
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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Study forensic science and biology with Chester’s BSc (Hons) Forensic Biology, gaining RSB‑accredited skills in DNA analysis, molecular techniques and real‑world crime scene to courtroom experience.
- UCAS Code
- C191
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
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Study Marine Biology BSc (Hons) at the University of Chester and explore marine ecosystems through fieldwork, lab research and conservation skills for a career in ocean science.
- UCAS Code
- C160
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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Study Marine Biology BSc (Hons) at the University of Chester and explore marine ecosystems through fieldwork, lab research and conservation skills for a career in ocean science.
- UCAS Code
- C161
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
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- UCAS Code
- CF84
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 2 years
pin_drop Exton Park, Chester
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 2 years
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Discover the science of animals with the University of Chester’s RSB‑accredited Zoology degree, offering field trips, research opportunities and specialist staff expertise.
- UCAS Code
- 5C18
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3-6 years
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Discover the science of animals with the University of Chester’s RSB‑accredited Zoology degree, offering field trips, research opportunities and specialist staff expertise.
- UCAS Code
- 5C28
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 2 years






