University of Sussex

Neuroscience BSc (Hons)

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
  • Hands-on laboratory experience built into the course

Entry requirements

  • A-level: ABB-BBB — to include A-levels must include at least one science 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 £5,000
  • Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology

    £500 each year of study. The opportunity to organise an annual student music event.

    Up to £500
  • Professor 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

  • Neuroscience research assistant
  • Laboratory technician
  • Clinical research associate
  • Pharmaceutical research scientist
  • Medical science liaison
  • 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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