Neuroscience MSci
University of SussexOn campus - in person, United Kingdom
Course overview
Unlock how the brain co-ordinates our body and behaviour, while discovering the challenges of treating neurological disorders. Explore the latest discoveries and gain hands-on lab experience.
Key highlights
- Explores how the brain co-ordinates body and behaviour
- Examines the challenges of treating neurological disorders
- Covers the latest discoveries in neuroscience research
- Hands-on laboratory experience built into the course
Entry requirements
- A-level: AAB-ABB — to include A-levels must include at least one science at grade B from Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Science, Sports Science, Computing, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Statistics, Life & Health Sciences (Double Award). You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in at least one of the science subjects. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- GCSE: 5 — to include Mathematics, Science
- Other qualification — Extended Project Qualification: We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please c…
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)
Careers this course leads to
- Neuroscientist
- Research scientist
- Laboratory technician
- Clinical research associate
- Pharmaceutical research scientist
- Science communicator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £27,300 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sussex, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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