University of Lancashire

BSc Neuroscience

University of Lancashire

Course overview

This BSc Neuroscience at the University of Central Lancashire provides students with an engaging study of how the brain and nervous system operate, combining insights from biology, chemistry, and psychology to explore behaviour, mood, and perception.

The learning structure incorporates lectures, laboratory work, and modern brain-imaging facilities, with assessment based on coursework, practical reports, presentations, and a major research project.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they describe their motivation for applying and their relevant academic background. A suitable academic reference is also required. Students may upload a CV to show any work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Tariff: Applicants are required to have a 104–120 UCAS tariff points, at A2 level, including Biology or Chemistry at grade C.

  • BTEC Extended Diploma: With DMM–DDM, including science modules, an application can be made.

  • T level: M, alongside A2 Biology or Chemistry at C, is required for this qualification

Scholarships

  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500

  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000

  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000

  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300

  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduating with a BSc in Neuroscience from the University of Central Lancashire equips students with knowledge and skills that open up a range of career pathways in neuroscience and related disciplines. Opportunities include:

  • Research Scientist In Neuroscience

  • Neuro-Rehabilitation Specialist

  • Clinical Trials Coordinator For Neurological Conditions

  • Academic Lecturer Or Educator In Neuroscience Or Psychology

  • Data Analyst In The Biomedical Or Healthcare Sectors

Cost of study

For international students studying the BSc Neuroscience at the University of Central Lancashire, the tuition fee is £18,750 per year. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

International students are required to submit their application for the University of Central Lancashire’s Neuroscience BSc programme. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.

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