Psychology with Neuroscience BSc (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Keele University

Program Overview

Psychology with Neuroscience at Keele University explores how brain activity influences behaviour, thoughts, and emotions by combining psychology with neuroscience. It is ideal for students interested in understanding the biological basis of behaviour, and you will study cognitive processes, brain function, mental health, and research methods from both psychological and scientific perspectives.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In your first year, you build a foundation in both psychology and neuroscience. Modules such as First Steps in Becoming a Psychology Researcher, Understanding People, and Introduction to Neuroscience introduce core psychological perspectives alongside the structure and function of the nervous system. You also explore cognition, development, and biological psychology while developing basic research and data analysis skills.

Year 2

In the second year, you deepen your understanding of the relationship between the brain and behaviour. Through Next Steps in Becoming a Psychology Researcher and Understanding People in Depth, you expand your research and analytical abilities. You also study neuroscience-focused modules such as Cellular Neuroscience and Systems Neuroscience, examining neural communication, brain systems, and biological mechanisms behind behaviour.

Year 3

In your final year, you focus on advanced research and specialist neuroscience topics. Modules such as Being a Psychology Researcher, Professional Skills for Researchers, and Grand Challenges in Psychology support independent learning and critical analysis. You complete a dissertation project and can choose options such as cognitive neuroscience, brain and behaviour, or mental health-related modules to tailor your degree.

Focus Areas

Brain and behaviour, cognitive neuroscience, biological psychology, neural communication, mental health, perception and cognition, research methods, data analysis, neurobiology, behaviour change, psychological science, applied neuroscience

Learning Outcomes

You will develop a strong understanding of how brain systems influence behaviour, alongside advanced research and scientific analysis skills. The course also builds competence in experimental design, data interpretation, and applying neuroscience knowledge to real-world psychological and mental health contexts.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society, providing a recognised foundation for progression into professional psychology training and Chartered Psychologist status with further study.

Reputation (Employability & Recognition)

The programme combines psychology and neuroscience training, helping you develop analytical, laboratory, and research skills valued in healthcare, research, education, and science-based careers. The course is designed to support strong employability by blending psychological theory with practical neuroscience learning.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Psychology with Neuroscience at Keele University gives you the opportunity to develop practical skills in studying brain function and behaviour using specialist psychology and neuroscience facilities. Throughout the course, you will take part in laboratory sessions, design experiments, and analyse real data to understand cognition, perception, and neural processes. The programme blends psychological research with neuroscience techniques, helping you build hands-on experience with the tools used to investigate the brain and behaviour.

As you progress, you will work in dedicated research environments and complete applied projects that strengthen both scientific and analytical skills:

Psychology laboratories for behavioural and cognitive neuroscience experiments
EEG equipment used to measure brain activity during memory, attention, and perception tasks
Eye-tracking systems for studying visual attention and cognitive processing
Virtual reality tools for immersive behavioural and neuroscience research
Brain stimulation equipment for exploring links between brain function and behaviour
Video observation suites for recording and analysing participant responses
Qualitative research spaces for interviews and behavioural data collection
Access to Central Science Laboratories for neuroscience and biological practical work
Laboratory sessions exploring neural communication and brain systems
Group-based experimental projects developing teamwork and research design skills
Training in research methods, statistical analysis, and scientific reporting
Independent final-year dissertation focused on neuroscience or brain and behaviour research
Access to academic libraries and digital databases for psychology and neuroscience research

Progression & Future Opportunities

Psychology with Neuroscience at Keele University prepares you for careers that combine understanding human behaviour with knowledge of brain function and cognition. Graduates often move into roles such as assistant psychologist, research assistant, neuroscience technician, and mental health support worker, supported by strong analytical, laboratory, and research skills. The mix of psychology and neuroscience helps you build expertise that is valued across healthcare, research, and science-focused industries:

Keele’s Careers and Employability team provides personalised support including CV advice, interview preparation, career coaching, and access to graduate opportunities
Students can attend employer networking events, careers fairs, and employability workshops to build professional connections
The course develops laboratory, research, and data analysis skills relevant to healthcare, neuroscience, and research environments
Graduates progress into sectors such as mental health services, clinical research, healthcare, pharmaceutical organisations, education, and public services
Accreditation from the British Psychological Society provides a recognised foundation for further professional psychology training
Independent research projects and laboratory experience help prepare students for science and psychology-related careers
Transferable skills developed include communication, teamwork, critical thinking, experimental design, and scientific reasoning
The interdisciplinary training supports careers that combine behavioural science, brain research, and health-related work

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, students often continue into postgraduate study in areas such as cognitive neuroscience, clinical psychology, neuropsychology, health psychology, mental health, or biomedical neuroscience. The programme also provides a strong foundation for master’s degrees, research-based study such as MRes, MPhil, or PhD, and specialist professional training in psychology or neuroscience-related fields.