Psychology (Cognition and Neuroscience), BSc (Hons)

This specialized BSc (Hons) Psychology degree emphasizes Cognition and Neuroscience, featuring tailored modules in Years One and Two, and advanced optional modules in Year Three that explore the intricate mechanisms of the human brain and mind. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), the program encompasses all core BPS curriculum areas, including brain functions, cognitive and emotional processes, behavioral mechanisms, and the societal impact of psychological research and therapy. Students examine how these elements interconnect within psychology.Delivered by over 150 expert psychologists in one of the UK's largest departments, the course leverages cutting-edge laboratories for research and data analysis, with instruction from world-leading scholars as recognized in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). At NTU, students gain work-like experience through supported placements, customize learning via expert-led optional modules and pathways, and access UK/overseas opportunities like field trips, international summer schools, or a year abroad. Graduates enjoy strong employability, with direct psychology roles and transferable skills in communication, critical evaluation, and data handling valued across sectors.