Neuroscience BSc
Study of the brain and nervous system - combining biology, psychology, and chemistry to understand how we think, move, and experience the world.
Is this for you?
This degree could suit you if you:
Are interested in the brain and behaviour
Enjoy biology and psychology
Like research and analysis
Want a science career
Are curious
Popular Career Fields
Healthcare & Public Health
Research & Academia
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Education
Your Personality Might Be:
Scientifically curious
Research & Academia
Research-focused
Analytically minded
What is it?
What Is a Neuroscience Degree?
Neuroscience is the scientific study of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. You’ll explore how the nervous system controls behaviour, how it can be affected by disease, and how treatments for neurological and mental health conditions are developed.
Why Study Neuroscience?
If you’re fascinated by how the brain works - from memory and emotion to movement and perception - this degree offers a perfect mix of biology, psychology, and medical science. It opens doors to careers in healthcare, research, and technology.
Course Summary
Study of the brain and nervous system - combining biology, psychology, and chemistry to understand how we think, move, and experience the world.
What you'll study
Core Topics
Most Neuroscience degrees cover:
Cell biology and genetics
Human anatomy and neurophysiology
Cognitive and behavioural neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Developmental and sensory neuroscience
Neurological and psychiatric disorders
Research methods and data analysis
Optional Modules
Later in your degree, you can focus on areas such as neuroimaging, artificial intelligence, computational neuroscience, or neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s.
Degree Type
BSc (Bachelor of Science) or BSc (Hons) - sometimes offered as Cognitive Neuroscience or Neuroscience with Psychology.
Skills You'll Gain
A Neuroscience degree helps you build scientific, analytical, and interpersonal skills, which could include:
Neurobiological Analysis – understanding brain structure, function, and neural pathways.
Laboratory Research Skills – conducting experiments using electrophysiology, imaging, and molecular methods.
Data Interpretation – analysing behavioural, cognitive, and neurological datasets.
Critical Scientific Thinking – evaluating research studies and interpreting complex scientific evidence.
Understanding Brain Disorders – applying knowledge of neurological and psychiatric conditions to research contexts.
Pathways, Placements and Work Experience
CAREERS
Career Pathways
After graduation, you can work in:
Neuroscience and biomedical research
Clinical or healthcare science
Pharmaceuticals and neurotechnology
Education and science communication
Work Experiences & Placements
Many universities offer optional placements or a year in industry, where you might work in:
Neuroscience or psychology research laboratories
Pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies
Hospitals or healthcare organisations
Academic or government research centres
Placements provide practical experience and insight into clinical or experimental neuroscience.
Salary Profile
Coming soon
Qualifications, Personal Satement, What to do Next?
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Entry Requirements
A-levels or equivalent including Biology and Chemistry. Some universities accept Biology plus one other Science (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, or Psychology). Chemistry is strongly recommended.
Personal Statement Tips
Explain what fascinates you about the brain and human behaviour.
Mention any experience in science, research, or psychology.
Highlight curiosity, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Show awareness of how neuroscience connects biology and behaviour.
What to do Next
Explore online courses or podcasts about the brain and neuroscience.
Visit university open days to see labs and imaging facilities.
Volunteer or gain experience in research, care, or mental health settings.
Keep up with new discoveries in brain science and health technology.
Wider Reading
The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat by Oliver Sacks – Real-life stories from a neurologist.
Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain by David Eagleman – Exploring unconscious processes and behaviour.
The Brain: The Story of You by David Eagleman – An engaging introduction to modern neuroscience.
Phantoms in the Brain by V. S. Ramachandran – How brain disorders reveal the mind’s complexity.