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3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
University of LeicesterProgram Overview:
This program integrates psychology with cognitive neuroscience, focusing on how brain processes underlie behavior and mental function. It’s ideal for students interested in understanding the biological basis of cognition and psychological phenomena.
Curriculum Structure
First Year
You’ll study foundational modules like Introduction to Psychology, Brain and Behaviour, and Research Methods, providing a broad overview of psychological theories and neuroscience basics.
Second Year
The second year explores specialized topics such as Cognitive Neuroscience, Biopsychology, and Experimental Psychology, deepening your understanding of brain-behavior relationships.
Third Year
In your final year, you’ll engage with advanced modules like Advanced Cognitive Neuroscience, Neuropsychology, and complete an independent Research Project, allowing you to focus on your chosen interests in cognitive neuroscience.
Focus areas:
Cognitive neuroscience, brain function, experimental psychology, neuropsychology.
Learning outcomes:
Understand cognitive processes and their neural bases, apply research methods, critically analyze scientific evidence, conduct independent research.
Professional alignment (accreditation):
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), offering eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).
Reputation (employability rankings):
University of Leicester is well-regarded for psychology and neuroscience, with strong graduate employment rates and research quality.
At Leicester, this degree gives you hands-on access to both psychological research and cognitive neuroscience tools. You'll explore how brain function underpins behaviour while developing key skills in lab methods, data interpretation, and scientific reporting. The program is research-led, meaning you'll learn directly from experts working on real neuroscience projects.
Here’s how you’ll gain practical experience throughout the course:
Graduates from this degree are prepared for careers in neuroscience research, healthcare, data science, and psychology-related fields. The program’s strong scientific foundation and BPS accreditation make it ideal for both employment and postgraduate study.
Typical career paths include:
Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant, Clinical Trial Coordinator, Assistant Psychologist, Neurotechnology Analyst
Support from the university includes:
Further Academic Progression:
Many students go on to postgraduate study in areas like MSc Cognitive Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, or Neuropsychology — with some continuing at Leicester, home to nationally recognised neuroscience research teams.
A-levels: BBB. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A2-level. General Studies accepted.International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 28 points overall. Must include a minimum of grade 4 in SL Maths or grade 3 in HL Maths, grade 4 in a science, grade 4 in English A or grade 5 in English B if subjects not held at GCSE.Usually this part is automatically attached to your application via your school or collegeInclude scanned copies (PDFs or images) of: GCSE certificates (especially English Language, Maths/Statistics, Science). A‑level or IB diplomas, including any predicted grades. EPQ certificate (if relevant).For international students: IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent test resultsAny extracurricular or volunteer experience that demonstrates interest in psychology or neuroscienceCognitive neuroscientistNeuropsychologistClinical psychologistResearch scientistHealthcare scientist (neurophysiology)Rehabilitation specialistMental health practitionerAcademic researcherAssistant psychologistPharmaceutical researcher
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