BSc Neuroscience
Course overview
This course teaches students about the most recent discoveries regarding the brain and nervous system. They will cover key subjects like the workings of cells and molecules, how behaviour is connected to the brain, and the study of brain disorders. The University of Sussex has a long history in this aspect, as it became the first university in the UK to offer a degree in this field.
Students will be part of a supportive community in the School of Life Sciences, where they will learn from specialists in topics like sight, awareness, and artificial intelligence. The programme includes practical training in laboratories, where they will do experiments and build important skills in data analysis, computing, and communicating scientific ideas.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
To qualify, applicants must have the following qualifications:
- To qualify, applicants must have the following qualifications:
- An AAB for A-Levels. Must include biology at a minimum of grade B. Students must also pass the separate science practical assessment.
- International Baccalaureate (IB): 32 points overall from the full diploma. This must include higher-level biology at a minimum of grade 5.
English Language Requirements:
Applicants from non-English speaking countries must meet a Standard level of English proficiency. This can be achieved with:
- Applicants from non-English speaking countries must meet a Standard level of English proficiency. This can be achieved with:
- An IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four single components (Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing).
- The University also accepts equivalent scores from other tests, such as Pearson PTE Academic and TOEFL (iBT).
Scholarships
Chancellor's International Scholarships
£5,000 in the first year of full-time study.
Up to £5,000Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology
£500 each year of study. The opportunity to organise an annual student music event.
Up to £500Professor Colin Eaborn Chemistry Scholarship
Up to £2,000 for BSc students, up to £3,000 for MChem students.
Sanctuary Scholarship (Undergraduate)
Career opportunities
A BSc in Neuroscience prepares graduates for professional careers in scientific and science-related fields, with career paths including:
- Neuroscientist (involved in research and development)
- Clinical Neuropsychologist (specialising in brain injuries and disorders)
- Research Associate (working in academic or industrial research)
- Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology Industry (in drug development or consultancy)
- Science Writer or Communicator (in publishing or public engagement)
Cost of study
The full-time tuition fee for the BSc Neuroscience programme for international students is £27,300 per year. Please note that the fees are subject to an annual increase of around 3%.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.
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