Explore the most complex organ in the body. Through block learning, you’ll learn how the brain and nervous system work together to alter behaviour, perception, mood, and memory.
Why study with us
- Our custom-designed laboratories include pharmacy and biomedical labs as well as a psychophysiology suite and brain imaging lab.
- This course is taught in block learning, allowing you to focus on one topic at a time. You will be on campus for three fixed days a week.
- Learn from specialists in areas including neuroimaging, psychopharmacology, physiological psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and molecular neurobiology.
What you'll do
- You will gain an understanding of the brain by studying topics from both a psychological and biological perspective.
- You’ll study biochemistry, physiology, and pharmacology to understand how the nervous system functions and impacts our behaviour.
- You can gain work experience by assisting researchers on paid internships, conferences, publications, and grants or in part-time work.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. We may also make changes to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Academic expertise
Future Careers
As it covers such a diverse range of disciplines, our Neuroscience BSc (Hons) degree offers a diverse range of career possibilities, from medicine and rehabilitation, to research and education.
Entry requirements
We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.
We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.
Unsure if you meet our entry requirements?
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Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer many scholarships, bursaries and funds to support you during your studies. Select your country or region to see if you are eligible and how to apply.
Care Leaver Bursary
Our Care Leaver Bursary is for students who need extra support because they have been in care or are estranged from their parents.
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Estranged Student Support Bursary is for students who need extra support because they are estranged from their parents.
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Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you are from a low income household our Financial Bursary may be able to help.
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This course is delivered by the School of Psychology and Humanities
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