BSc Neuroscience
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience, a biomedical science degree examining the biological and psychological mechanisms of the brain and neurological diseases. Practical training is integrated throughout the degree through bespoke bioscientist modules and hands-on laboratory sessions. Students complete an independent capstone research project in the final year. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules including Becoming a Bioscientist: Core Skills, Brain and Behaviour 1, Genetics, Becoming a Bioscientist: Grand Challenge, Molecules of Life, and Cells to Organisms. The second year progresses with compulsory study in Becoming a Bioscientist: Experimental Design and Communication, Cell Biology, Brain and Behaviour 2, Becoming a Bioscientist: Research in Action, and Neuroscience, alongside optional modules such as Medical Genetics, Introduction to Bioenterprise, Molecular Biotechnology, and Behavioural Ecology. The third year focuses on advanced study via compulsory modules Bioscience Capstone Project, Principles of Cognitive Neuroscience, and Advanced Topics in Neuroscience. Optional choices in the final year include Neuroimaging of Vision, The Cognitive Neuroscience of Adolescent Decision-Making and Social Cognition, Ageing and Regenerative Medicine, Genomics, Memory and the Brain, Genetics of Disease, Advanced Topics in Gene Expression, and Molecular Recognition.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including Biology and a second science We accept the following subjects as a second science: Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Further Mathematics, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology or Statistics. IB: 35 points including 5 in Higher Level Biology plus either 5 in another Higher Level science or mathematics subject, or 5 in two Standard Level science or mathematics subjects. We accept the following IB subjects as a second science: Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, Mathematics (A&A or A&I), Physics, Psychology, Sports, exercise and health science BTEC: DDD We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2016 syllabus) with all 7 mandatory units. We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2010 syllabus), please contact us for information on the units we accept.
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What students say
Based on about 64 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 150 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 82%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 8%
What graduates do next
Based on about 42 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 88%
- Working and studying: 6%
- Unemployed: 1%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 89%
- Caring personal services: 1%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 98%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 98%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 255 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 9%
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 68%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 2%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 185 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 86%
- Access course: 3%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Core Skills
- Brain and Behaviour 1
- Genetics
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Grand Challenge
- Molecules of Life
- Cells to Organisms
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Experimental Design and Communication
- Cell Biology
- Brain and Behaviour 2
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Research in Action
- Neuroscience
- Medical Genetics
- Introduction to Bioenterprise
- Molecular Biotechnology
- Behavioural Ecology
- Bioscience Capstone Project
- Principles of Cognitive Neuroscience
- Advanced Topics in Neuroscience
- Neuroimaging of Vision
- The Cognitive Neuroscience of Adolescent Decision-Making and Social Cognition
- Ageing and Regenerative Medicine
- Genomics
- Memory and the Brain
- Genetics of Disease
- Advanced Topics in Gene Expression
- Molecular Recognition
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Neuroscience at University of York earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £37,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £7,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Neuroscience at University of York do next?
94% 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 York?
90% 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 York?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 35 points in the IB. The average entrant had 132 UCAS points.
Is BSc Neuroscience at University of York accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Neuroscience at University of York 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 York?
82% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.