BSc Honours Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience

The BSc (Hons) Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience at the University of Westminster is a three‑year full‑time undergraduate programme (spread over four years if you opt for a placement or international experience). It combines psychology, neuroscience, and clinical topics to explore brain function and behaviour—ideal if you're aiming for careers in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, research, or graduate study. The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), granting Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) on achieving the required honours level and completing the empirical project.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

Your first year lays the foundation with core psychology modules alongside neuroscience basics. You'll study modules at Level 4 introducing cognitive and clinical neuroscience theories, empirical research skills, and brain–behaviour principles—aligned with BPS curriculum criteria.

Year 2

In Year 2 (Level 5), you'll embark on more applied areas spanning cognitive neuroscience and clinical psychology. Expect modules covering neurocognitive disorders, brain imaging fundamentals, experimental methods, psychopathology, and social neuroscientific frameworks, along with preparatory work for your final empirical project.

Year 3 (or Year 4 if you take an extra year)

In the final year (Level 6), you will complete your empirical research project under supervision and take advanced modules such as clinical neurology, brain injury, neurodevelopmental disorders, visual cognition, and decision‑making. These allow you to tailor your expertise while practicing real scientific inquiry.

Focus areas: cognitive and clinical neuroscience; experimental psychology; empirical research methods; neurodevelopmental and clinical brain conditions; brain–behaviour relationships; psychophysiological and imaging approaches.

Learning outcomes: you’ll graduate ready to design and complete empirical neuroscience research; interpret and integrate clinical and cognitive psychology data; critically evaluate scientific literature; communicate findings effectively; and apply transferable skills in varied professional or academic settings.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)—satisfying criteria for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) provided you achieve at least a Lower Second Class Honours and pass the empirical project. This sets you on the pathway toward clinical, counselling or forensic psychology qualification.

Reputation (employability rankings):
The University of Westminster is known for its strong industry links and diversity. Graduates from this programme enter careers in clinical roles, academic research, HR, forensic institutions, and NHS settings. The university’s central London location provides excellent access to employers and practical placements.