- Accredited by the British Psychological Society.- Study in our state-of-the-art psychological labs.- Top 10 in London for student satisfaction in Psychology (NSS 2024).

Welcome to our BSc Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience and your gateway to uncovering the mysteries of how we think, learn, and perceive the world around us. You’ll receive a firm grounding in your foundation year to equip you to succeed in your degree. As you progress through the course, you'll delve into the cutting-edge research, neuro-imaging techniques, and cognitive psychology principles that underpin this dynamic field. Cognitive neuroscientists explore how the brain and connections in the brain influence our mental processes, including our memory, perceptions and reasoning. Psychologists examine the developmental, psychological and environmental factors that influence our behaviour. This exciting, unique degree will give you the skills to understand the relationship between the human brain and our behaviour, and which areas of the brain support these cognitive functions.

As a Roehampton student, we will ensure you graduate with an expert skillset. This includes:- In-depth understanding of human behaviour and the functioning of the brain and its systems.- Advanced skills in critical reasoning, analysis, and research as well as interpersonal and communication skills.- Professional experience through our work experience module, so you can apply your knowledge and professional skills to your chosen workplace.

You’ll be prepared to go into a range of careers and industries.This includes:- Scientific research and teaching in neuroscience and psychology.- Further study in order to become a forensic, health, counselling, sport, occupational, educational or clinical psychologist.- Pharmaceutical industry, including drug development, biotechnology and bioinformatics.- Clinical and healthcare sector.- Data science.- Health science and health services research.- Science communication, including museum work, public engagement and scientific publishing.Your potential roles could be:- Clinical psychologist- Healthcare researcher- Clinical trials manager