Neuroscience with Integrated Placement Year MSci

IB score: 32 points overall or 6,6,5 in three HL certificates IB requirements:

HL5 in biology or chemistry, and a second science

6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element).

English language requirements

As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details.

For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.

If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.

If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.

Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country

A Levels

Two science subjects, one of which must be biology/human biology and/or chemistry. Second science subject can be from biology, chemistry, electronics, geography, geology, human biology, maths, computer science, statistics, physics or psychology.

A pass is normally required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately.

GCSE

GCSE English and maths at grade 4 are also required.

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry.

Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.

Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A-levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:

• RQF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science DDD considered on a case by case basis.
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science at DD plus 1 A level in Biology or Chemistry at grade A.
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A levels including Biology or Chemistry and an acceptable second science at AB.
• Access to HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 graded credits at Distinction including 15 credits in Biology and Chemistry and 15 credits in an acceptable second science subject. The remaining 15 graded credits must be obtained at Merit or above.

This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.

Visa restrictions

International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.

MSci Progression requirements

MSci students should have a minimum of 55% in the first year of studies in order to continue on the (Neuroscience) MSci programme.

Foundation progression options

Neuroscience is one of the progression pathways for our Science with a Foundation Year course. Requirements for progression are:

• Foundation Biological Science - 55%
• Foundation Chemistry - 55%
• Overall pass - 40%

Mature Students

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.

As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details. For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.