Neuroscience
About this course
BSc/MSci in Neuroscience, a biomedical science degree focused on the nervous system and physiological interactions across humans and animals. Core topics include Statistics, and Research Methods. The course spans four years and culminates in a choice of final-year projects. The first year introduces foundational biological and chemical concepts through Biology 1A, Biology 1B, Chemistry 1, and Science Fundamentals-1X. The second year expands into broader biological principles via Core Concepts in Human Biological Sciences 2, Investigating Human Biological Sciences 2, and Genes, Molecules & Cells 2. The third year shifts focus towards advanced study with Neuroscience 3A and Neuroscience 3B. The final year involves compulsory study in Contemporary Issues in Neuroscience 4X core and Memory: From Synapses to Systems 4H, alongside investigative or dissertation options such as the Life Sciences Investigative Honours Project and Life Sciences Dissertation Honours Project, plus specialised topics including Neuromodulation & Synaptic Plasticity 4C option and Diseases of the Nervous System 4Y option.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level Biology or Chemistry.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: HL Biology or Chemistry.) Scottish Higher: ABBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. (A in either). Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB (ABB S5 minimum for consideration)* Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 70%
- Academic support: 74%
- Organisation and management: 93%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 75 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 30%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- London: 10%
- South West: 5%
- Scotland: 80%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 80 students who started
- A levels: 74%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 13%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Modules
- Biology 1A
- Biology 1B
- Chemistry 1
- Science Fundamentals-1X
- Core Concepts in Human Biological Sciences 2
- Investigating Human Biological Sciences 2
- Fundamental Topics in Biology 2
- Animal Biology, Evolution and Ecology 2
- Genes, Molecules & Cells 2
- Microbiology and Immunology 2
- Neuroscience 3A
- Neuroscience 3B
- Life Sciences Investigative Honours Project
- Life Sciences Outreach Honours Project
- Life Sciences Internship Honours Project
- Life Sciences Dissertation Honours Project
- Contemporary Issues in Neuroscience 4X core
- Neuromodulation & Synaptic Plasticity 4C option
- Neuronal Pathways Underlying Pain, Nociception and Itch 4A option
- CNS Neurotransmitters and Drug Development 4Y option
- Diseases of the Nervous System 4Y option
- Statistics for the Life Sciences (Sem 1) 4Y option
- Statistics for the Life Sciences (Sem 2) 4E option
- Memory: From Synapses to Systems 4H
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Neuroscience at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £32,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £40,500. The £32,500 median after five years is £6,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of Neuroscience at University of Glasgow do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Neuroscience at University of Glasgow?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Neuroscience at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 201 UCAS points.
Does Neuroscience at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Neuroscience at University of Glasgow?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.