BSc Neuroscience with Psychology
Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
About this course
BSc in Neuroscience and Evolutionary Biology and Psychology, examining the biological basis of behavior and brain function. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Human Behaviour. The curriculum includes a final-year honours project focusing on the organization and malfunctions of the nervous system.
Modules
- Introduction to Medical Sciences
- Introductory Psychology I: Concepts and Theory
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1
- The Cell
- Introductory Psychology II: Concepts and Theory
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 2
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Physiology of Human Cells (BI20B2)
- Foundation Skills for Medical Sciences
- Advanced Psychology A - Concepts and Theory
- Physiology of Human Organ Systems (BI25B2)
- Research Skills for Medical Sciences
- Advanced Psychology B - Concepts and Theory
- Perception
- Biological Psychology
- Neuroscience Research Topics
- Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Mechanisms of Disease and Principles of Chemotherapy
- Epithelial Physiology
- Frontiers of Biomedical Sciences
- Working Out? Placement & Career Skills
- Brain Function and Malfunction
- Developmental Neuroscience
- Medical Science Data Analysis Paper
- Medical Science General Essay Paper
- Medical Sciences Honours Research Project