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Neuroscience
Aston University, Birmingham
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of Neuroscience, the Neuroscience BSc (Hons) enables you to explore the development and function of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system and ask important questions about what makes us think and feel, how our brains process information and what brain cells and synapses do. As a neuroscientist, you will take an interdisciplinary approach, investigating the brain using many different approaches: from mathematics to molecular ...Read more

Designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of Neuroscience, the Neuroscience BSc (Hons) enables you to explore the development and function of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system and ask important questions about what makes us think and feel, how our brains process information and what brain cells and synapses do. As a neuroscientist, you will take an interdisciplinary approach, investigating the brain using many different approaches: from mathematics to molecular biology and from artificial intelligence to electrophysiology.On our programme you will get to gain real-world experience with our integrated placement year, designed to help you stand out in the graduate crowd. You can choose to complete this exciting year in a variety of settings, from research laboratories to the pharmaceutical industry.

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WUSCA ranking:
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63/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
29th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
44th
What students say
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Elin
16 Feb 24

it is in city centre which makes it accessible for students, especially for those who commute. The facilities are okay, I wish there were more buildings and it was more spread out..Read more

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Tanisha
05 Feb 24

I think Aston is an amazing University because I have seen the 'behind the scenes' by being a student ambassador, I believe if non-student ambassadors saw how much work goes into..Read more

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D15M30P0 Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

Five GCSEs which must include Mathematics and English all at grade C/4. Please note we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills in place of these. Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

31 - 28 Grades / Points required

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£20,700 per year

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Placement Year Fees - 2500

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Latest Neuroscience / Neurobiology reviews

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Elin
16 Feb 24
Neuroscience
it is in city centre which makes it accessible for students, especially for those who commute. The facilities are okay, I wish there were more buildings and it was more spread out...
Read more
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Tanisha
05 Feb 24
Neuroscience
I think Aston is an amazing University because I have seen the 'behind the scenes' by being a student ambassador, I believe if non-student ambassadors saw how much work goes into...
Read more
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Aston University, Birmingham
Aston University, Birmingham , Birmingham

Aston University is a leading university with a sharp focus on helping students achieve career success....

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Aston University, Birmingham
Aston St, Birmingham B4 7ET United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Birmingham Moor Street  0.3 miles away
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