Neuroscience BSc (Hons)
University of Sussex
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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**94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)** **About the course**From curing degenerative diseases, to inventing the next generation of AI, there’s so much yet to discover in the field of neuroscience.At Sussex, you’ll explore the latest discoveries about the brain and nervous system. You’ll join a friendly and supportive community of students and academics in the School of Life Sciences. Our teaching will ...Read more


94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


About the course

From curing degenerative diseases, to inventing the next generation of AI, there’s so much yet to discover in the field of neuroscience.At Sussex, you’ll explore the latest discoveries about the brain and nervous system. You’ll join a friendly and supportive community of students and academics in the School of Life Sciences. Our teaching will inspire you, with topics including:- molecular and cellular neurobiology- development and genetics- neurophysiology- behaviour- brain disorders.From Year 1 you’ll be in the lab, gaining practical hands-on experience. You’ll carry out interactive neuroscience experiments and take part in workshops. You’ll also develop computing, programming, data analysis and communication skills.Sussex was the first university in the UK to offer a degree in neurobiology. Building on that ground-breaking step, the wider Sussex Neuroscience community now represents over 50 different research groups. They work across a broad spectrum of specialisms, from vision and consciousness, to AI and behaviour.When you graduate, you’ll have the data-handling and analytical skills for a wide range of science and science-related careers. This could include:- the biotechnology industry- the NHS and healthcare- academic research- science writing or publishing- science engagement.


MSci or BSc?

We also offer this course as a four-year MSci.


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.


About the University of Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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72/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
38th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
47th
Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine
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Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
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Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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Ella
09 Dec 24

I love how green the campus is and how close it is to the South Downs. The lectures are great and there is a lot of online support you juts have to look for it properly. I..Read more

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Amber
28 Nov 24

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Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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A-levels must include at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.If you are taking a science subject that has the separate science practical assessment, we would normally expect a pass. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, your application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).

Highers must include at least one science subject, with at least grade B. Ideally, you will have one of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics as an Advanced Higher.You will also need Scottish National 5 in Mathematics and two sciences at grade B.

Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 24 credits at Distinction.You will need substantial amounts of Level 3 credits in relevant sciences or have taken A-level science(s) alongside the Access course. You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).

This score should be from the full IB Diploma.You must have a Higher Level in at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, or Physics with at least grade 5.

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma would normally need to be in Applied Science and will need to include specific modules - please see the University website for more information.You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).

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Biology
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Chemistry
55%
Psychology
51%
Mathematics
35%
English Literature
10%
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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£26,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£26,250 per year

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Students from International

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£26250 Per year

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Ella
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I love how green the campus is and how close it is to the South Downs. The lectures are great and there is a lot of online support you juts have to look for it properly. I...
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