MSci Neuroscience
About this course
MSci in Neuroscience, a neuroscience degree focusing on cellular mechanisms, brain systems and neurobiology. Core topics include Data Analysis and Research Methods. This four-year integrated master's programme holds Advanced Accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology. The first year covers biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics and the foundations of neuroscience through compulsory modules such as Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genes, Evolution and Development, and Excitable Cells: the Foundations of Neuroscience. The second year expands into sensory and motor systems via compulsory modules including Neuroscience RSM, Human Sciences EDM, Drugs & the Brain, and Motor Systems. The third year builds advanced research and analytical competencies with modules like MSci Project Literature Review and Research Proposal, MSci Experimental Skills Module, Neuroscience - Essay Paper, and Neuroscience - Problem Paper. Students can also study optional topics such as Neuropharmacology of Human Health, Learning, Memory & Cognition, and Computational Approaches to Biology. The final year centres on an independent investigation through the compulsory MSci Research Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (the Core Sciences)
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 67%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 5 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 16%
- Elementary occupations: 11%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 11%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 6%
- Find their work meaningful: 76%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 61%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 37%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 26%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Tutorials Year 1
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- From Molecules to Cells
- Introduction to Laboratory Science
- Introduction to Experimental Biology - Human Biology
- Genes, Evolution and Development
- Writing and Referencing Skills (online unit)
- Body Systems
- Excitable Cells: the Foundations of Neuroscience
- Health & Safety online course
- History of Biology
- Biodiversity
- Introduction to Microbiology and Immunology
- Drugs: From Molecules to Man
- Chemistry for Bioscientists 1
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Science & the Modern World
- Bodies in History: An introduction to the History of Medicine
- Academic Tutorials Year 2
- Neuroscience RSM
- Human Sciences EDM
- Drugs & the Brain
- Membrane Excitability: Ion Channels & Transporters in Action
- Motor Systems
- Sensory Systems
- Science Communication
- How to Make a Brain
- Cell Membrane Structure & Function
- Principles of Developmental Biology
- Principles of Infectious Disease
- Immunology
- Parasitology
- Body Systems 2
- Animal Physiology
- Human Anatomy & Histology
- Clinical Drug Development
- Molecules and Cells in Human Disease
- Haematology
- Organismal Genetics
- Introduction to Virology
- Animal Behaviour
- Introduction to Cancer
- Bioethics: Contemporary Issues in Science & Biomedicine
- Academic Tutorials Year 3
- MSci Project Literature Review and Research Proposal
- MSci Experimental Skills Module
- Neuroscience - Essay Paper
- Neuroscience - Problem Paper
- Neuroinflammation in Health & Disease
- Neuropharmacology of Human Health
- Clocks, Sleep & the Rhythms of Life
- Learning, Memory & Cognition
- Hormones & Behaviour
- Preclinical Study Design for Biomedical Research
- Cutting-edge Methods in Biomedical Sciences
- MSci Bioinformatics Tools and Resources
- Computational Approaches to Biology
- MSci Reproducible Data Science
- MSci Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Neuroscience at University of Manchester earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £38,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £45,500. The £38,000 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of MSci Neuroscience at University of Manchester do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Neuroscience at University of Manchester?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Neuroscience at University of Manchester?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 166 UCAS points.
Is MSci Neuroscience at University of Manchester accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
How many students continue on MSci Neuroscience at University of Manchester?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.