103 Online Natural Sciences BSc Degree Programs

Technology is rapidly changing the way we live and work. In what is being referred to as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the World Economic Forum predicts that there will be at least 150 million new computing/ technology jobs in the next five years. Moreover, business and technology-related jobs will boom over the next decade becoming amongst the highest-paid and fastest-growing jobs in the new economy.

With the world being driven by computers, a degree in Computer Science is vital. Areas like computing and information technology, security, database and web development will be explored. The degree will provide students with both theoretical and practical computer science knowledge and skills thus enabling them to work in the industrial, banking, commercial and government sector.

The business world is undergoing a digital transformation, so develop your knowledge of these changes with our BSc Hons Business and Computing.  

Study BSc (Honours) in Natural Sciences a specific science or pick and choose from different scientific disciplines. Many challenges facing society today involve an interdisciplinary approach; this degree lets you explore a range of sciences. Start with a wide-ranging introduction to topical areas of modern science, giving you a good grounding in each branch.

Environmental science explores the complexities of the natural environment and our relationship with it. This specialist route, available in our BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64), takes a holistic approach to the science of our environment investigating topics such as global warming, water resources, pollution and conservation. Our environment is fascinating – but it’s under threat from climate change, biodiversity loss and resource depletion. Explore the consequences and implications of environmental change for sustainability from a scientific perspective, by learning about the processes, links and interactions operating in different environments.

Earth science is the study of how our planet evolved and the forces that have shaped, and continue to shape, the earth that we live on. In this specialist route available in our BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64), you’ll learn why volcanoes occur, what fossils indicate about past environments, how the oceans regulate climate and why sea-level changes. As well as gaining an understanding of earth sciences, you’ll develop analytical and problem-solving skills.

In this specialist route available in our BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64), you’ll develop the knowledge and skills you need to explore the smallest and largest scales of the Universe. You’ll be able to objectively and quantitatively describe, analyse, test and explain phenomena in the physical world, using appropriate mathematical tools and experimental methods.

In this specialist route available in our BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64), you’ll explore diverse aspects of biology from cells to whole organisms, with further options to study subject areas such as human biology, or to explore the role of science in society. You’ll develop analytical and scientific literacy skills by carrying out practical work and a research project.

In this specialist route through our BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64) degree, you’ll learn about the structure, properties and reactivity of molecules, and the integral role these play in our understanding of the world around us. On completion of your degree, as well as gaining an understanding of chemistry, you’ll develop analytical and scientific literacy skills carrying out practical work and a research project.

In this specialist route available in our BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64), you’ll develop the knowledge and skills you need to study outer space. You’ll be able to objectively and quantitatively describe, analyse, test and explain phenomena in the Universe, using appropriate quantitative tools and observational methods.

Understand how people learn mathematics, gain insight into their difficulties, and find approaches to help you and others think deeply about the subject. We designed this unique BSc (Honours) in Mathematics and its Learning degree with teachers, teaching assistants, tutors and home educators in mind. It will develop your knowledge and understanding of mathematics and statistics.

If you enjoy solving problems and you’re interested in the practical application of economics and mathematics, this BSc (Honours) in Economics and Mathematical Sciences degree could be what you’re looking for. It'll give you a thorough grounding in mathematical, statistical and computational skills, and sound knowledge of both micro and macro-economic theory – together with a good understanding of economic issues.

This BSc (Honours) in Biology course is for those inspired by the natural world. Studying a biology degree will enable you to understand the foundations of life and the biological processes involved. Explore diverse subject areas from the cellular and molecular levels to whole organism survival. Biology encompasses all living species, explaining their diversity via evolutionary origins.

Our learning resources combine the latest technologies and traditional media – prepared by academics passionate about their subject and active researchers in their field. This accredited BSc (Honours) Physics degree takes you from a broad appreciation of science to the cutting edge of contemporary physics. Develop the knowledge and skills to explore the smallest and largest scales of the Universe.

Learn about the structure, properties and reactivity of molecules. This fundamental knowledge plays an integral role in our understanding of the world. BSc (Honours) in Chemistry is a broad subject that includes organic, inorganic and physical chemistry, as well as analytical, biological and environmental chemistry.

BSc (Honours) Computing & IT studied with a second subject can open career opportunities in various sectors. This degree combines computing & IT and is a complimentary subject – choose from business, design, mathematics, psychology and statistics. You’ll divide your time equally between the computing & IT modules and the second subject modules. So, the name of your degree will include your second subject, e.g. BSc (Honours) Computing & IT and Design.

Gain extensive knowledge of probability and statistics. Combine this with pure mathematics or applied mathematics. This BSc (Honours) in Mathematics and Statistics degree will equip you with problem-solving and decision-making tools. You’ll experience using statistical software and practise conducting and communicating statistical investigations.