Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience BSc

University of Nottingham

United Kingdom, Nottingham

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University of Nottingham

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

C850

Campuses

Nottingham

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 33,000 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience BSc

About

Course overview

Cognitive neuroscience looks at how our brains support our thoughts, feelings and actions. On this course, you'll study core psychology modules with cognitive neuroscience practicals. You'll develop skills in brain imaging, behavioural measurement and physiological psychology.

In years one and three you'll have optional modules to choose from. This is your chance to explore the areas of psychology that you find interesting. As we have experts across the spectrum of psychology, we are able to offer you a choice from different areas. For example, the Neuropsychology and Applied Neuroimaging module covers the effect of brain damage. You'll learn how it can impair language, memory and motor control.

Our research is transforming lives. We want our students to be part of this. In your final year, you'll do your own research project. You'll have a wide choice of topics. These could be from behavioural to social psychology.

Previous project topics include:

anxiety and mental health
neurodiversity
spatial cognition
brain imaging

Computer science pathway

The optional year in computer science will develop your skills in the interdisciplinary field of psychology and computer science. You will learn how the two subjects work together and you can study topics such as human-computer interaction and computer programming. By choosing this pathway you will graduate with a specialised degree, titled BSc Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience with a year in Computer Science. This specialised degree will open up a wide range of exciting career opportunities in a fast-evolving industry. You can choose this optional third-year pathway in year two once you enrol.

Study abroad

On many of our Faculty of Science courses, you get the chance to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world. Read what it's like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.

Important information

This online prospectus has been drafted in advance of the academic year to which it applies. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of publishing, but changes (for example to course content) are likely to occur given the interval between publishing and commencement of the course. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply for the course where there has been an interval between you reading this website and applying.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

IB score: 34 points overall or 666 in 3 HL certificates IELTS:

6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each

English language requirements

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.

High school qualifications:

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

A level: AAA Required subjects:

Where science A levels have been taken, a pass in the practical element of science subjects is required if assessed separately.

Excluded subjects:

General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Science and Society, Leisure Studies, Functional Skills and Global Perspectives.

Additional entry requirements:

Where science A levels have been taken, a pass in the practical element of science subjects is required if assessed separately.

Non-UK entry requirements:

A levels

AAA

GCSEs

GCSE English and maths at 5 (B) or above

Alternative qualifications

RQF BTEC Nationals

Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma D*DD
Pearson BTEC National Diploma RQF D*D + A
Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate RQF D + AA

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in an A Level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Access to HE Diploma

Pass Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3. Of the Level 3 credits, 36 should be at Distinction and 9 credits at Merit.

Foundation progression options

If you don't meet our entry requirements there is the option to study the science foundation programme. There is a course for UK students and one for EU/international students.

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.

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.

English Program 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.

Career

A degree in psychology gives you skills for a career in psychology as well as transferable skills that can be used in business, education, marketing and legal sectors.

Previous graduate jobs

Our graduates have used their skills in roles such as:

mental health worker
therapy assistant
civil servant
accountant
HR adviser
recruiter
police officer
marketing executive
merchandising assistant

Further study

Many graduates choose to continue studying for a masters or PhD. This is a good option if you want to choose a specialism such as sport psychology or cognitive neuroscience. You then may decide to pursue a career in teaching and/or research at a university.