BSc Human Neuroscience
About this course
Bachelor of Science in Human Neuroscience, a biomedical science degree exploring the biological and psychological foundations of brain function. Core topics include Data Analysis and Research Methods. The curriculum spans three years of undergraduate study, combining foundational biological concepts with specialised neuroscientific techniques. Throughout the first year, students cover foundational topics through modules such as Cognitive Psychology, Genetics I, Introduction to Psychobiology: From Ion Channels to Behaviour, and Research Methods A for Neuroscientists. The second year builds upon this knowledge with more advanced study in areas like Current Research in Neuroscience 1, Data Science for Brain and Behaviour 1, Neural Basis of Vision and Action, and Neuroscience Methods 1. The course integrates laboratory skills, theoretical understanding, and experimental design to examine human behaviour and neurological systems.
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Entry requirements
A Level: AAA including Biology / Human Biology. IB: 6,6,6 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate are accepted but subjects are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further guidance
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 70%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 50%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 55%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 385 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 48%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 13%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Developing Skills for Psychologists/Neuroscientists 1: Making it Work at University
- Ideas, Concepts, and Ethics in Psychology and Neuroscience
- Cognitive Psychology
- Genetics I
- Introduction to Evolution and Animal Biology
- Introduction to Psychobiology: From Ion Channels to Behaviour
- Research Methods A for Neuroscientists
- Research Methods B for Neuroscientists
- Current Research in Neuroscience 1
- Data Science for Brain and Behaviour 1
- Neural Basis of Vision and Action
- Neuroscience Methods 1
- Research Methods D
- Control Of Human Movement
- Animal Biology: Principles and Mechanisms
- Cell and Developmental Biology
- Current Research in Neuroscience 2
- Evolution of Humans and Other Animals
- Genetics II
- Human Structure and Function
- Philosophy of Mental Health
- Science and Nature
- Social and Cognitive Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Human Neuroscience at University of Birmingham earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £30,500 after 3 years, £36,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £44,000. The £36,000 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Human Neuroscience at University of Birmingham do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Human Neuroscience at University of Birmingham?
84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Human Neuroscience at University of Birmingham?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 156 UCAS points.
Does BSc Human Neuroscience at University of Birmingham include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Human Neuroscience at University of Birmingham?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.