Psychology with Human Neuroscience MPsych
Course Overview - Psychology with Human Neuroscience MPsych
Stand out with masters-level training in psychology and human neuroscience. Build on foundations of psychology and neuroscience in the first three years; the fourth year uses an immersive approach to prepare you for a career in neuroscience research.
Active learning
Learn as you practise, applying your knowledge in practical activities within our psychology experiential learning lab, and building experience from the start.
Real-world experience
Apply your skills and knowledge with an optional placement year, or take part in an international exchange year by...
Stand out with masters-level training in psychology and human neuroscience. Build on foundations of psychology and neuroscience in the first three years; the fourth year uses an immersive approach to prepare you for a career in neuroscience research.<br/><br/>Active learning<br/>Learn as you practise, applying your knowledge in practical activities within our psychology experiential learning lab, and building experience from the start.<br/><br/>Real-world experience<br/>Apply your skills and knowledge with an optional placement year, or take part in an international exchange year by studying abroad. This builds your confidence and broadens your experience.<br/><br/>Develop your expertise<br/>Work with world-leading neuroimaging researchers and engage in original neuroscience research, using state-of-the-art facilities and advanced techniques.<br/><br/>This course is for you if...<br/>- youre passionate about psychology and neuroscience<br/><br/><br/>- you value hands-on learning to understand your subject<br/><br/><br/>- you aspire to a research or clinical career<br/><br/><br/>- you value interdisciplinary education that prepares you for diverse career paths. <br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
CC89
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
120
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15,P:0
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 Level 3 credits at Merit or above. Any subjects are considered.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
Any subjects are considered. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Any subjects are considered.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
120 UCAS Tariff points including Irish Highers. Any subjects are considered. English and Maths accepted as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
120 UCAS Tariff points including 2 Advanced Highers . Any subjects are considered. English and Maths accepted as GCSE equivalent.
Extended Project
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
A level
120 points from a minimum of three A Levels. Any subjects are considered.
T Level
Merit overall with C or above in core component
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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