Neuroscience Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Neuroscience Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Neuroscience explores one of the most complex systems in the body: the nervous system. Neuroscientists aim to understand how the brain works and how nerves interact to control thought, movement and behaviour.
In this degree programme, you will study how the nervous system is structured and how it develops, functions, malfunctions and can be manipulated. You will also explore how neuroscience research can lead to new ways of repairing, protecting and enhancing brain function.
By deepening our understanding of the brain, neuroscientists are helping to advance treatme...
Neuroscience explores one of the most complex systems in the body: the nervous system. Neuroscientists aim to understand how the brain works and how nerves interact to control thought, movement and behaviour.
In this degree programme, you will study how the nervous system is structured and how it develops, functions, malfunctions and can be manipulated. You will also explore how neuroscience research can lead to new ways of repairing, protecting and enhancing brain function.
By deepening our understanding of the brain, neuroscientists are helping to advance treatments for conditions such as:
* stroke
* neurodegenerative diseases
* mental illness
* cancer
* neurotoxicity and trauma
This degree combines scientific discovery with real-world impact, preparing you to contribute to one of the most exciting and rapidly developing fields in modern science.
Our Neuroscience degree is part of our suite of Biomedical Sciences degrees. In all programmes, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of biomedical sciences in Years 1 and 2 and then choose from a suite of more specialist courses in Year 3.
The flexibility of our programmes means that you can also change your specialism at the end of Year 3. Specialisms you can choose from include:
* anatomy and development
* biomedical sciences
* reproductive biology
* pharmacology
* infectious diseases
Programme benefits
* Join an interdisciplinary programme that equips you with the knowledge, skills and development essential for globally competitive graduates in our key disciplines.
* Benefit from the opportunity to undertake projects with our leading biomedical researchers, addressing major global biomedical challenges.
* In Year 3, enjoy the option to study abroad at one of our partner universities.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Central area campus
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A15-A45
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
Required subjects: A levels: Biology and Chemistry, one at A and one at B (BB for minimum entry requirements). Mathematics or Physics is recommended. GCSEs: Mathematics at B or 6; English at C or 4.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
AABB (achievement by end of S5 preferred) (Standard). ABBB by end of S6 (Minimum). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Biology at B; Chemistry at B. Higher Mathematics or Physics and Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry are recommended. National 5s: Mathematics at B; English at C. We accept Higher Applications of Mathematics at C in place of National 5 Mathematics at B.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 points with 655 at HL (Standard). 32 points with 655 at HL (Minimum). Required subjects: HL: Biology and Chemistry, one at 5 and one at 6. Mathematics or Physics is recommended. SL: English at 5; Mathematics: Analysis and approaches or Mathematics: Applications and interpretation at 5. If Mathematics and English Language do not form part of your IB diploma, we will also accept GCSE Mathematics, or equivalent, at B/6 and GCSE English Language or equivalent at C/4.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £40,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |


























































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