MSci Neuroscience
About this course
MSci in Neuroscience, a biomedical science degree centred on the scientific study of the nervous system. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, and Research Methods. The course is delivered within a major neuroscience research community in Europe through a four-year integrated master's format. The first year covers core foundations through modules such as Foundations of Life, Organisms, Evolution and Ecology, Molecular Cell Biology, and Cells to Organisms. The second year introduces specialized laboratory and computational skills through Human Neuroanatomy, Essential Molecular Biology, Cellular Neurophysiology, and Introduction to Python for Neuroscientists, alongside optional topics like Developmental Neurobiology and Perception. The third year centres on an Advanced Dissertation in Biosciences, complemented by optional studies in Molecular Basis of Neuropsychiatric Disorders, Pain, and Metabolic Neuroscience. The final fourth year requires an MSci Extended Research Project in Neuroscience, supported by optional advanced modules such as Developmental Neuroscience, Peripheral Nerves and Associated Diseases, and The Brain in Action.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA (Chemistry required plus one from Biology, Life and Health Sciences, Mathematics or Physics.) IB: 38 points (A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects including Chemistry and one subject from Biology, Mathematics or Physics, with no higher level score below 5. For Mathematics, the course will accept either ‘Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Applications and Interpretation’ at higher level.)
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What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 75%
- Learning opportunities: 74%
- Assessment and feedback: 66%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 35%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- 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 165 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 14%
- London: 43%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 10%
- Wales: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 65%
- Baccalaureate: 25%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations of Life
- Organisms, Evolution and Ecology
- Year 1: Fundamental Scientific Skills and Grand Challenges
- Year 1: Foundations of Programming and Data Handling
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Cells to Organisms
- Foundations in Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology
- Foundations in System Neuroscience
- Human Neuroanatomy
- Essential Molecular Biology
- Molecular Biology for Neuroscientists
- Cellular Neurophysiology
- Introduction to Python for Neuroscientists
- Introductory Pharmacology
- Developmental Neurobiology
- Intermediate Cell Biology: Cell Signalling and Regulation
- Differential and Integral Calculus
- Linear Algebra for Data Science
- Systems Neuroscience
- Perception
- Advanced Dissertation in Biosciences
- Molecular Basis of Neuropsychiatric Disorders
- Pain
- Investigative Methods in Neuroscience, Physiology and Pharmacology
- Neurobiology of Decision-making in Animal Model Systems
- Metabolic Neuroscience
- Neurobiology of Brain Injury and Disease Extended
- Neurobiology of Brain Injury and Disease I
- Neurobiology of Brain Injury and Disease II
- Neural Basis of Motivation and Learning
- MSci Extended Research Project in Neuroscience
- Developmental Neuroscience
- Peripheral Nerves and Associated Diseases
- The Brain in Action
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Neuroscience at University College London earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 3 years, £44,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £34,500 and £53,000. The £44,000 median after five years is £5,000 more than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of MSci Neuroscience at University College London do next?
65% 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 College London?
75% 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 College London?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 199 UCAS points.
How many students continue on MSci Neuroscience at University College London?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.