Neuroscience with Psychology, BSc (Hons)

At the University of Sussex, 94% of our Biological Sciences research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), with rankings including 10th in the UK for Psychology (ShanghaiRanking 2023) and top 20 for Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience research (Times Higher Education, REF 2021). This course explores the fascinating interplay between the brain and mind, delving into neurobiology, cognitive, and clinical psychology. From the first year, students gain hands-on lab experience through interactive experiments, workshops, and skill development in computing, programming, data analysis, and communication. You'll join a supportive community in the School of Life Sciences, where multidisciplinary research in areas like neurophysiology and molecular biology informs your studies, allowing you to focus on your interests.As the UK's first university to offer a neurobiology degree, Sussex now hosts over 50 research groups spanning vision, consciousness, AI, and behaviour. Graduates acquire transferable skills in neuroscience, psychology, data handling, and analysis, preparing them for careers in biotechnology, the NHS, academic research, science writing, or engagement. Located on a scenic campus near the South Downs National Park and Brighton, with easy access to Gatwick and London, Sussex fosters innovation in research, culture, and global policy, empowering students to make meaningful contributions worldwide.

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