Available for Clearing 2024
How can we harness the brain’s activity to better understand how we think, feel and behave? This is what cognitive neuroscience is all about. And studied side-by-side with psychology, the answers have an impressive range of real-world applications.
Course description
Study Psychology with Cognitive Neuroscience at the University Leicester and you will benefit from a flexible degree course accredited by the British Psychological Society and taught by leading academics.
You’ll have the opportunity to conduct your own psychological research in our state-of-the art...
How can we harness the brain’s activity to better understand how we think, feel and behave? This is what cognitive neuroscience is all about. And studied side-by-side with psychology, the answers have an impressive range of real-world applications.<br/><br/>Course description<br/>Study Psychology with Cognitive Neuroscience at the University Leicester and you will benefit from a flexible degree course accredited by the British Psychological Society and taught by leading academics.<br/><br/>You’ll have the opportunity to conduct your own psychological research in our state-of-the art facilities including the £42 million George Davies Centre. You will also have the option to study abroad for a year in The Netherlands, or opt for a placement year in industry to further develop your employability and life skills.<br/><br/>You will graduate with the ability to apply rigorous psychological scientific reasoning and argumentation skills to solve problems. The accredited nature of the course means that you will be eligible to receive the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society; the necessary first step on the way to becoming a professional psychologist.<br/><br/>Our research-led teaching means you will learn from leading academics delivering cutting-edge knowledge. We also provide you with the opportunity to conduct your own psychological research, from design right through to analysis of data and write-up, ensuring that you are fully competent in the use of the statistical methods and software required to analyse the data you collect.<br/><br/>You will study topics in developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, social psychology, biological psychology, research methods and statistics, psychopathology and individual differences, and historical developments of psychological science. You will also study about how we investigate the brain basis of behaviour, the link between neural functioning and cognitive processes as well as the biological basis of mental health. You will learn through lectures, seminars, discussion groups and practical projects carried out in one of our many specialist laboratories.<br/><br/>Our degree is flexible enough for you to transfer to our Psychology BSc or Applied Psychology BSc at the end of your first year if that’s the path you wish to choose, or transfer to Medicine.
Leicester isn't just a TEF-Gold rated (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and a top-30 UK university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024). It's cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, an incredible network of expert teaching staff, a warm campus community, and a place to call home.
What's more, all Clearing applicants are guaranteed a place in Leicester's accommodation! Expect modern furnishings, speedy Wi-Fi and cosy lounge areas - all at a range of costs and sizes. To secure a spot, make sure you've completed your application before 1st Septemb...
Leicester isn't just a TEF-Gold rated (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and a top-30 UK university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024). It's cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, an incredible network of expert teaching staff, a warm campus community, and a place to call home.<br/> <br/>What's more, all Clearing applicants are guaranteed a place in Leicester's accommodation! Expect modern furnishings, speedy Wi-Fi and cosy lounge areas - all at a range of costs and sizes. To secure a spot, make sure you've completed your application before 1st September.<br/> <br/>With a student body made up of Midlanders, Brits, and people from across the world, you're bound to make friends for life at Leicester. Whatever you're passionate about, there are plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded people, with societies including Film, Debating, Art, Bollywood, Archery & Tennis. Leicester is also one of the most student-friendly cities in the UK. You've got music venues, bars, pubs & clubs all on your doorstep!
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
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Course Code
C8BC
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B Access to HE DiplomaD:30 Strong Science based course is preferred. Pass with 45 credits at Level 3 with 30 credits at distinction, plus GCSEs as above. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 Pass Diploma with 30 points overall. Must include a minimum of grade 4 in SL Maths or grade 3 in HL Maths, grade 4 in a science, grade 4 in English A or grade 5 in English B if subjects not held at GCSE. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM Applied Science or Health and Social Care preferred. Pass Extended Diploma with DDM, plus GCSEs as above in all cases. Subsidiary Diploma and Diploma may be considered in addition to supplementary qualifications. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 5Five subjects at grade 4/C to include English Language, Mathematics or Statistics, and a science (acceptable science subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science or Additional Science) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)May be considered when combined with other qualifications ASTwo AS levels may be accepted in addition to two different full A-levels Extended ProjectMinimum grade B in the EPQ considered with three A-levels for alternative lower offer. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)May be considered when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)May be considered when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)May be considered when combined with other qualifications A levelA,B,B B,B,B We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A2-level. General Studies accepted. T LevelM Please contact our Admissions Team at study@le.ac.uk for full details of T Levels accepted |
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