Understanding the brains development, structure, and function is one of science’s greatest challenges.
Your four-year integrated Neuroscience masters, based in our multi-million pound, state-of-the-art Life Sciences building, covers the breadth of this field encompassing molecular, cellular and systems neuroscience, neuroimmunology, neurodegeneration, and neuropharmacology through our extensive range of modules.
After expert training and guidance in subjects as diverse as cell biology, genetics and biochemistry, you will graduate well equipped with the fundamental ...
Understanding the brains development, structure, and function is one of science’s greatest challenges.<br/><br/>Your four-year integrated Neuroscience masters, based in our multi-million pound, state-of-the-art Life Sciences building, covers the breadth of this field encompassing molecular, cellular and systems neuroscience, neuroimmunology, neurodegeneration, and neuropharmacology through our extensive range of modules.<br/><br/>After expert training and guidance in subjects as diverse as cell biology, genetics and biochemistry, you will graduate well equipped with the fundamental sciences to tackle this truly interdisciplinary subject matter and ready to start your career.*<br/><br/>You will build on the foundation of biomedical sciences in year one, with increasing neuroscience specialisation through successive years. This culminates in the final-year in an extensive individual research project, supported by a unique ‘Advanced Neuroscience’ module in which leading researchers give master classes, preparing you for a neuroscience career.<br/><br/>You can spend a year working in the pharmaceutical industry between years two and three and there are also opportunities to spend a semester at a partner university aboard during year two.<br/><br/>This course provides an ideal stepping stone to scientific or clinically-related postgraduate research, or careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Graduates will also be well-equipped to study postgraduate medicine.<br/><br/>*99% of Biological Sciences graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021).
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Provider Details
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Course Code
B140
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherWe normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4 Access to HE DiplomaD:45,M:0,P:0 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 of which 45 credits must be at Distinction. A core science Access to HE Diploma must be studied. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme36 Pass with overall score of 36 points, with 18 points required at higher level to include 6 points in Chemistry and 6 points in one further science subject. Science subjects considered include Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Maths (Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation at HL6), Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma without two A-levels to include Chemistry and one further science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be DDD + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H1,H2,H2,H2,H2 to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science subjects considered include Biology, Maths, Physics, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Diploma without two A-levels to include Chemistry and one further science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be D*D + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Scottish Advanced HigherOffers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 D3, D3, D3 to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science subjects considered include Biology, Maths, Physics, Psychology and Geography. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A or grade M2 can be used in lieu of grade B. Extended ProjectA AAB in 3 A-levels to include Chemistry and one further science subject plus Grade A in EPQ. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D D + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D D + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. A levelA,A,A AAA to include Chemistry and one further science subject. A level science subjects considered include Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Science practical components must be passed. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Mathematics are excluded for entry. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)A AAA from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-Levels, to include Chemistry and one further science subject. |
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