BSc Neuroscience
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience, studying the brain and nervous system and their influence on behaviour. Core topics include statistics, laboratory techniques, research methods, communication and writing, and critical and analytical thinking. The course is taught in short blocks, includes a work placement for practical experience, and concludes with an independent research project. In the final year, students can specialise in core areas.
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Entry requirements
104-120 points at A2 including Biology or Chemistry at grade C BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM-DDM including Science modules BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D* including Science modules Pass Access Course: 104-120 UCAS points including 15 Level 3 Credits at D in Biology or Chemistry International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-120 points from Higher Level subjects T Level: M alongside A2 Biology or Chemistry at C IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSE: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 80%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 35%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 90%
- South East: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cognitive and Biological Psychology with Analytical Skills
- Neuroscience: Past, Present and Future
- From the Cell to the Neuron
- From the Neuron to the Brain
- Advanced Cognitive and Biological Psychology with Quantitative Method
- Neural Secrets: The Molecular and Cellular Code of the Brain
- Neuropharmacology
- Principles of Neuropsychology
- Kickstart your Career: Work Placement and Preparing for Graduate Employment
- Neuroscience in Action: Research and Practice
- Neurotransmitters Unleashed: The Science of Signalling and Drug Influence
- Neuroscience Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Neuroscience at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £40,500. The £28,000 median after five years is £11,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Neuroscience at University of Lancashire do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Neuroscience at University of Lancashire?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Neuroscience at University of Lancashire?
The average entrant had 91 UCAS points.
Does BSc Neuroscience at University of Lancashire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Neuroscience at University of Lancashire?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.