
Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Our BSc Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology course combines major topics in experimental psychology and neuroscience to offer a broad grounding in this exciting field of behavioural science.
The psychology component covers topics including:
- how humans think (cognitive processes);
- how the world is sensed (perception);
- comparative and developmental studies;
- clinical psychology.
The neuroscience component of the course examines how the brain and nervous system work to generate behaviour, perception...
Our BSc Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology course combines major topics in experimental psychology and neuroscience to offer a broad grounding in this exciting field of behavioural science.<br/><br/>The psychology component covers topics including:<br/><br/><br/>- how humans think (cognitive processes);<br/><br/><br/>- how the world is sensed (perception);<br/><br/><br/>- comparative and developmental studies;<br/><br/><br/>- clinical psychology.<br/><br/><br/>The neuroscience component of the course examines how the brain and nervous system work to generate behaviour, perception, movement, the action of drugs on the nervous system, sleep, memory and other key functions.<br/><br/>The course also covers new technological advances that have been at the forefront of recent breakthroughs in the field of cognitive neuroscience and psychology, as well as advances in our understanding of the biology of higher brain function and the pathogenesis of a variety of neurological disorders, such as mental health disorders and neurodegenerative disease eg Alzheimers and Parkinsons disease.<br/><br/>You can gain valuable experience through our work placement schemes, with an opportunity to take a year-long placement in Year 3 (subject to meeting progression requirements).<br/><br/>We also offer opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner institutions, depending on academic performance.<br/><br/>Our degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which means as well as providing a solid foundation for a career in biological sciences, it constitutes your first step towards professional chartered psychologist status.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
BC18
Institution Code
M20
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
We require grades AABBB (including two science core subjects) together with grade A in Advanced Higher Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics. If you have not studied National 5 qualifications, we would expect you to have studied English and Mathematics at Higher Level.
Access to HE Diploma
Each application is considered individually. Applicants should contact the Admissions Office to discuss their particular circumstances. In general, we require 60 credits overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3, which must include a minimum of 15 credits in Biology and 15 credits in Chemistry. All 45 graded credits must be at Distinction grade. We may also consider applications from applicants whose course has allowed only 12 credits at Level 3 in Biology, with the remaining three credits at Level 3 with Distinction in Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
35
36
36 - 35 points overall. 6, 6, 6 to 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level including two science subjects, normally Biology and Chemistry, but can include Physics, Geography, Psychology or Mathematics (AA and AI are both considered). Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
We consider the National Extended Diploma in Applied Science with grades DDD for entry when it is taken with one core science A-level with grade A (i.e. Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics or Physics).
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including at least five GCSEs at minimum grade 6/B, including English Language and Mathematics. If an applicant has a grade 5/C in either English Language or Mathematics, but has a grade 6/B in the oth
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
We consider the National Diploma in Applied Science with grades DD for entry when it is taken with two A-levels including grade A in a core science (see list above) and a minimum of grade B in any other subject.
AS
AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
We consider the Cambridge Level 3 Technicals (except the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Certificate) with grade D or above for entry when it is taken with two core science A-levels (minimum AB required).
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
We consider the Cambridge Level 3 Technicals (except the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Certificate) with grade D or above for entry when it is taken with two core science A-levels (minimum AB required).
Scottish Advanced Higher
We require grades AABBB (including two science core subjects) together with grade A in Advanced Higher Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics. If you have not studied National 5 qualifications, we would expect you to have studied English and Mathematics at Higher Level.
Extended Project
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview (if applicable). A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D*
We consider the National Extended Certificate in any subject with grade D* for entry when it is taken with two core science A-levels (minimum AB required).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Not Accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
Not Accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*
We consider the National Foundation Diploma in any subject with grade D* for entry when it is taken with two core science A-levels (minimum AA/AB required).
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
We consider the Cambridge Level 3 Technicals (except the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Certificate) with grade D* or above for entry when it is taken with two science A-levels (minimum AA/AB required).
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
We consider the Cambridge Level 3 Technicals (except the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Certificate) with grade D* or above for entry when it is taken with two core science A-levels (minimum AA/AB required).
A level
A,A,A
A,A,B
AAA-AAB: - AAB including two core sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics, or: - AAA including one core science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths) and one of the following subjects: Geography, Psychology, Environmental Studies or Physical Education. Subjects with overlapping content are not normally considered as separate A-levels; Further Mathematics is not considered alongside Mathematics and Human Biology is not considered alongside Biology. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels.
T Level
Not Accepted
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and would consider this at grade B or above when taken with two science A-levels (minimum AB required). For further details, please contact ug.biosciences@manchester.ac.uk .
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