Neuroscience

University of Sussex
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years MedicineBiomedical sciences

A-Level Entry

ABB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

About this course

94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

About the course

From curing degenerative diseases, to inventing the next generation of AI, there’s so much yet to discover in the field of neuroscience.

At Sussex, you’ll explore the latest discoveries about the brain and nervous system. You’ll join a friendly and supportive community of students and academics in the School of Life Sciences. Our teaching will inspire you, with topics including:

  • molecular and cellular neurobiology

  • development and genetics

  • neurophysiology

  • behaviour

  • brain disorders.

    From Year 1 you’ll be in the lab, gaining practical hands-on experience. You’ll carry out interactive neuroscience experiments and take part in workshops. You’ll also develop computing, programming, data analysis and communication skills.

    Sussex was the first university in the UK to offer a degree in neurobiology. Building on that ground-breaking step, the wider Sussex Neuroscience community now represents over 50 different research groups. They work across a broad spectrum of specialisms, from vision and consciousness, to AI and behaviour.

    When you graduate, you’ll have the data-handling and analytical skills for a wide range of science and science-related careers. This could include:

  • the biotechnology industry

  • the NHS and healthcare

  • academic research

  • science writing or publishing

  • science engagement.

    MSci or BSc?

    We also offer this course as a four-year MSci.

    Location

    Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

    About the University of Sussex

    Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB
    Scottish Higher AABBB
    BTEC DDD

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    3219 Health associate professionals
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    2211 Generalist medical practitioners
    2212 Specialist medical practitioners

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Medicine, Biomedical sciences
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £27,000