BSc (Hons) Neuroscience at University of Lancashire. You'll develop knowledge across core neuroscience theory, research methods, and applied practice, supported by specialist options and an independent project that lets you pursue your own inquiry.
Explore the most complex organ in the body. Youâll learn how the brain and nervous system work together to alter behaviour, perception, mood, and memory. From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Neuroscience is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at the University of Lancashire, based in Main Campus. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Medical sciences graduates from this provider, 80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 30% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £24,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Medicine & Dentistry, see the sections below.
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Limited evidence Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 80% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 95% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
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In this module you'll learn how body systems affect behaviour and how the brain and nerves work together. You'll learn about how people see, think, and process information. You'll also explore how behaviour can be explained through the body's systems and brain structures.
You'll learn about the history of neuroscience and how our understanding of the nervous system has developed over time. You'll explore ethical issues in the field and reflect on your own learning and experiences to identify skills that can support your career. You'll also look at current topics and publications in neuroscience, thinking critically about their impact. As part of this, you'll explore your personal strengths and challenges, and develop strategies to build resilience and support men
You'll build your understanding of cell biology, genetics, metabolism, and the diversity of structures within cells. You'll also learn the basics of molecular biology and population genetics, along with key ideas in areas like biochemistry, enzymology, botany, entomology, and microbiology. Alongside this, you'll develop safe and confident lab skills, and improve your ability to handle and analyse scientific data.
You'll explore how our understanding of brain development has evolved over time and how it shaped modern neuroscience. You'll be introduced to the basics of neuroanatomy and learn about the roles of different parts of the nervous system. You'll also look at current issues in neuroscience and consider how they might influence the future of the field. As part of this, you'll reflect on your own strengths and career goals, gaining insight into neuroscience-related careers and how to present yoursel
In this module, you'll explore key topics in cognitive and biological psychology. You'll learn how to use statistics and research methods beyond the basics. You'll also carry out your own study, analyse the results, and explain what they mean using quantitative methods.
You'll strengthen your understanding of core cellular processes and take a deeper look at what makes neurons unique in how they function and are structured. In the lab, you'll gain hands-on experience, learning methods used by neuroscientists such as Western blotting, electrophoresis, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and PCR. You'll also learn how to present scientific data clearly and effectively.
You'll learn how the nervous and endocrine systems work, starting with how chemical and electrical signals travel through the body and connect to senses like sight, hearing, balance, smell, and touch. You'll explore how these systems function, how they can be affected by diseases or drugs, and how scientists test these drugs in lab settings using animal cell cultures to understand their side effects. Through this, you'll build both your knowledge and practical lab skills.
In this module, you'll explore brain function and behaviour through a multidisciplinary lens, with a focus on key topics and techniques in neuroscience. You'll develop research and presentation skills by conducting a literature review on a neuroscience topic of your choice. You'll present your findings through a poster on a neuroscience technique.
In this module, you'll explore career options and gain hands-on experience in settings linked to your degree. You'll discover your strengths, grow your skills, and apply for new opportunities. You'll also reflect on cultural, historical, and ethical issues in different work settings to support your personal and career development.
You'll carry out a detailed literature review on a specific area of neuroscience that interests you. You'll also design your own research project and prepare an ethical approval application. As part of this, you'll learn about different lab techniques and quantitative methods used in neuroscience. Focusing on how neuroscientists help researchers study cells and test ideas in the lab.
This module gives you a clear understanding of how different neurotransmitters work and how they are transmitted in the brain. You'll explore recent research studies that look into the mechanisms behind neurotransmitter activity, and you'll also examine how various drugs can affect these processes. Through this, you'll gain both scientific knowledge and insight into current developments in the field.
Carry out your own independent neuroscience research project, choosing from a range of specialist areas. You'll design and conduct your study using ethically approved methods. Collect and analyse data using appropriate laboratory and research techniques. Finally, you'll present your findings in a clear and structured scientific report.
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
This degree suits you if you're drawn to how the nervous system works at molecular, cellular and systems levels, and curious about the biological basis of behaviour and cognition. You'll need strong GCSE or equivalent science foundations and the analytical mind to handle both lab work and statistical analysis. If you thrive on a mix of theory and hands-on investigation, whether that's neuroimaging, animal models, or clinical observation, this course will engage you. Most recent entrants held A-levels or equivalent; typical UCAS tariff among accepted students was 96–111 points.
Nationally, 89% of graduates in Medicine & Dentistry were in work or further study 15 months after completing their degree, with 75% in highly skilled work or postgraduate study. Starting salaries across the field ranged from £27,000 to £32,000; after five years, £29,325 to £41,400. These are typical national figures; your own path will depend on your specialism, employer and location.
The BSc (Hons) Neuroscience is delivered full-time at the University of Lancashire, a university founded in 1828 and located on its Main Campus. The course runs for 3 years and is taught in English. As a recognised UK degree-awarding body, the University of Lancashire awards nationally recognised degrees. The course holds Silver for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
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Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
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| A-levels or equivalent | 90% |
| another higher-education qualification | 5% |
| an Access course | 5% |
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What Medicine & Dentistry graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £24,000 | £22,500 – £25,000 | 15 |
| 3 years after | £26,000 | £17,500 – £32,500 | 20 |
| 5 years after | £28,000 | £21,500 – £40,500 | 25 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23.
National figures for Medicine & Dentistry graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
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Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 15; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Medicine & Dentistry courses at the same study level.
Compared with 804 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 35; response rate: 50%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
How Medicine & Dentistry graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Where Medicine & Dentistry graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Medicine & Dentistry graduates.
Medicine-Focused Veterinary Surgeon | Patient Care LeaderMedivet & PartnersMedicine Service Delivery Manager - Operations ImprovementNHSMedicine Occupational Therapist - StaffordshirePulse HealthcarePart-Time Palliative Medicine Consultant | 1-in-5 On-CallEvora Hospice (formerly Southern Area Hospice Services)Consultant Medicine - ElderlyPertemps Medical ProfessionalsSpecialty Doctor in Acute MedicineTriple West MedicalThe essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £24,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.7 out of 10: NSS 87% · in work or study 80% · continued 95%.
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What applying to University of Lancashire from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
International tuition is £18,750 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Lancashire’s funding pages.
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Lancashire and gov.uk before you apply.
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