BSc Neuroscience
About this course
BSc (Hons) Neuroscience is an undergraduate biomedical science degree focusing on the structure and function of the nervous system alongside human behaviour and cognition. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Project Management, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Human Behaviour. Students complete an independent final-year project and undertake practical laboratory investigations throughout the curriculum. The first year introduces foundational subjects through modules such as Skills for Success, Foundations of Neuroscience, Introduction to Biomedical Concepts, and Introduction to Research Methods. The second year advances into specialized topics including Applied Neuroscience, Clinical Genetics and Genomics, Neuropathology, Neuropharmacology, and Neurotoxicology, alongside Brain, Behaviour, and Cognition. The final year concentrates on advanced study with modules including Neuroscience Project, Skills for the Future, Neuropsychology, and Neuroscience of Health and Wellbeing.
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Entry requirements
Entry tariff: 112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent). Foundation Year: 64–80 UCAS points (or equivalent). Specific entry requirements: A level/BTEC (or equivalent qualification) required in Biology or Chemistry. GCSE (or equivalent) requirement: Maths, Grade C/4.
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What students say
Based on about 34 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 100 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 16%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 4%
What graduates do next
Based on about 78 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 58%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 9%
- Unemployed: 6%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 28%
- Sales occupations: 13%
- Elementary occupations: 7%
- Caring personal services: 7%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 6%
- Find their work meaningful: 81%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 56%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East of England: 10%
- London: 70%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 89%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 4%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
- Other qualifications: 3%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Skills and Communication (foundation students only)
- Data Analysis and Research Skills
- Issues and Debates in Psychology
- Perspectives in Psychology
- Skills for Success
- Foundations of Neuroscience
- Introduction to Biomedical Concepts
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Applied Neuroscience
- Clinical Genetics and Genomics
- Neuropathology, Neuropharmacology, and Neurotoxicology
- Brain, Behaviour, and Cognition
- Neuroscience Project
- Skills for the Future
- Neuropsychology
- Neuroscience of Health and Wellbeing
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Neuroscience at University of Roehampton earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,000 and £38,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £8,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Neuroscience at University of Roehampton do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Neuroscience at University of Roehampton?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Neuroscience at University of Roehampton?
The average entrant had 99 UCAS points.
Does BSc Neuroscience at University of Roehampton include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Neuroscience at University of Roehampton?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 16% left higher education.