Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, BSc (Hons)

Cognitive neuroscience examines how the brain supports thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This course features core psychology modules combined with practical cognitive neuroscience components, where students develop expertise in brain imaging, behavioral measurement, and physiological psychology.In the first and third years, students select optional modules to explore specific psychology interests, drawing from a broad range of expert-led options, such as Neuropsychology and Applied Neuroimaging, which addresses the impacts of brain damage on language, memory, and motor control. The program emphasizes research that transforms lives, allowing students to undertake an independent project in their final year on topics spanning behavioral to social psychology. In year one, foundational studies cover developmental, social, and biological psychology; year two advances to topics like human memory, neuroscience, and personality traits including criminal behavior; and year three fosters specialized expertise in psychology and cognitive neuroscience.

In year one you will study fundamental areas of cognitive psychology. This will provide you with a strong foundation of knowledge in this field. You will learn about developmental, social, and biological psychology. In your second year, you will study more advanced modules in cognitive psychology. This will develop your understanding to a higher level. You will learn about human memory, neuroscience, and personality differences such as criminal behavior. In year three you will develop an expert and specialised understanding in the field of psychology and cognitive neuroscience.