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Set in cutting-edge bioanalytical facilities our neuroscience degree will give you an opportunity to study and practice your new skills through both on campus and online learning.
Why choose Neuroscience BSc Honours at Middlesex?
Covering everything from human behaviour and molecular neurobiology to psychiatric disorders and neurogenetics, our BSc Neuroscience gives you the specialist skillset to start your career.
What will you gain?
As well as developing an in-depth knowledge of neuroscience, you'll also gain an understanding of the nervous system, the brain, and neurological diseases and disorders.
By the end of the course, you will have developed your cognitive skills and be able to critically evaluate research evidence, solve physiological and clinical problems, appraise and synthesise information, and reflect on your own learning and practice. You'll be able to present and communicate ideas and research projects, along with a wide range of investigative techniques.
You'll gain skills that will be highly valued by employers, including how to work collaboratively, having an autonomous and reflective approach to lifelong learning, the ability to use information technologies, and problem-solving skills.
We have 145 years of experience delivering professional, creative and technical education that prepares our students for success in global careers.
Global experiences
We offer unique global experiences which could include studying part of your degree abroad and doing a placement or volunteering in another country, as well as many international opportunities in London. You'll build your cultural awareness and understanding and get a competitive edge in the job market. You may even qualify for grant funding under the Turing Scheme. Find out more about how studying at Middlesex will increase your global experience.
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Learn specialist procedures such as psychophysiological monitoring, electroencephalography (EEG) and brain imaging techniques
About your course
About your course
This is a three or four year degree, depending on an optional industry placement year. It can also be studied part-time over six years. The work placement year takes place between the second and third years of the degree. Your full-time study years are structured like this:Years 1 & 2The first two years of the course are designed to help you gain a good grasp of the essential skills and theory in cognitive neuroscience, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and neurological and psychiatric disorders and research.Year 3The final year further develops and deepens your understanding of neurological and psychiatric disorders, molecular neurobiology and research.
This module begins the process of developing the skills required by employers and to become an autonomous and lifelong learner. It also aims to introduce the physical and mathematical principles that underpin the concepts of instrumentation used in neuroscience. A further aim is to provide a forum to explore current trends in neuroscience and their impact on wider society.
This module aims to provide you with an appreciation of the pathological processes associated with dysfunction of the nervous system.
The module is designed to provide you with a sound knowledge and understanding of key concepts and theories related to the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system.
This module introduces the diversity and breadth of approaches in the discipline of psychology and the many ways psychologists study the human mind and behaviour. Topical introductions will be provided in selected areas of individual differences, developmental, cognitive, biological, and social psychology. The characteristic approaches adopted within these areas of psychology are explored and you are encouraged to adopt a reflective and critical perspective on the subject matter covered. Throughout the module you will be encouraged to consider both commonalities and diversities in human thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
The module aims to provide an understanding of the action of therapeutic and recreational drugs on the nervous system. It also provides an appreciation of steps required to develop a new therapeutic drug.
This module aims provide you with a solid foundation in neurophysiological recording systems, theory and practice of electroencephalography (EEG) and visual evoked potentials (VEP).
This module presents an overview of the biological bases of behaviour and the cognitive approach to psychology as well introducing aspects related to individual differences.
The module aims to provide students with the skills necessary to plan, implement, analyse and report project-based work, with the focus on preparation for the final year project module. The module also develops core research skills fundamental to a scientific research design, irrespective of discipline. Specific research skills include analytical techniques appropriate to individual programme requirements.
The module aims to provide students with an insight into the translation of science into real-world solutions and the factors affecting innovation, and knowledge production and transfer. It also aims to give students an understanding of factors influencing the adoption of an innovation and the role played by stakeholders such as companies, consumers, research institutions and governments in the wider innovation system.
This module aims to provide an understanding of the biological basis of electroencephalography (EEG) and pathological processes and the role of EEG in their investigations. The module will also support and develop the work-based training by providing a description of normal and abnormal EEG.
The module will build on earlier learning, enabling you to develop a much deeper understanding of neurology. It also provides a basis for an exploration of neurological disorders at neurogenetic, molecular or cellular level, and an appreciation of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches in neurology.
This module will build on the skills you have acquired when undertaking the Research Methods and Professional Practice module, and from the knowledge gained throughout the programme. Further development of analysis, critical thinking and scientific literary style will be promoted. You will be enabled to pursue areas of interest in the subject area appropriate to neuroscience and will have the opportunity of gaining increased theoretical and practical knowledge in a chosen specialist field. Personal responsibility for your own learning through self-directed study and supervised preparation will be fostered.
This module aims to further deepen your understanding of neurophysiological recording systems, theory and practice of electroencephalography (EEG) and visual evoked potentials (VEP). The module will develop your ability to interpret normal and abnormal electroencephalogram. The module also presents an overview of other investigative procedures used in clinical practice.
This module will introduce you to the history, principles and methods of neuropsychology with a particular emphasis on case studies. You'll also explore the causes and symptoms of major neuropsychological disorders of language, vision, memory, emotion, personality, olfaction and development, and the theories accounting for each. The module will demonstrate the extent to which case studies (in combination with data from brain imaging) inform us about the functioning of the healthy brain in these cognitive functions. You'll learn to describe and evaluate how the effects of brain damage are assessed, and develop your critical thinking and oral presentation skills. This module will prepare you for postgraduate study within neuropsychology.
This module aims to give you a solid foundation in the operations of human memory and is ideally suited to those who enjoyed learning about key principles of how memory works in previous years. This module provides a rich learning opportunity for those with an interest in further study or a research career in cognitive psychology / cognitive neuroscience.
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My favourite thing about the course is that I'm able to tailor my subject. I choose the modules that I want to do and that allows a great degree of flexibility. Also, I really like the fact that I can apply the knowledge that I learnt in class into a practical setting in field trips as well as labs.
The staff and the teachers are very helpful. They will help you from the beginning till the end, so don't worry about anything. There are loads of people to help you. The main facility is that you will be using the lab -based facilities and these are really well equipped and the practical skills that you will be gaining in the lab are really relevant.
We have loads of good high -tech machines and the results are sensitive and accurate. With the use of new equipment and technology, you will be able to work at any place, especially the laboratories that run by the NHS, so you don't have to be isolated when you go and work in a laboratory.
As well as if you start a research, you don't have to depend on someone else to teach you the technique. My favourite highlight from this course was my field trip in Mauritius and I was able to learn from experts on the island who were involved in conservation efforts.
I did an internship at a microbiology -based facility and it was really helpful because it was a similar subject area like microbiology and I was able to pick up relevant skills as well.
Teaching and learning
Teaching
You'll be taught by an experienced teaching team with a wide range of expertise and professional experience.You will learn by attending lectures, seminars and practical workshops. Seminars and workshops are a great opportunity to discuss what you have learnt in lectures and through independent study with your peers and tutors. Most seminar groups have about 20-40 students. For one-to-one support, you will meet with either your personal tutor or module leader.Your work will be divided into credits of approximately 10 hours of study time. You will need to complete 120 credits per year, which are broken down into modules of typically 30 credits.
You will be studying at our new West Stand facility at Stonex Stadium, Brent. From year 2 - you will be based at your placement location if you choose the placement option.
Year 1 - weekly timetable
During your first year, your weekly timetable will typically consist of:
- 3 hours lectures
- 6 hours seminars
- 1 hour practical session or workshop
Outside of teaching hours, you’ll learn independently through self-study which will involve reading articles and books, working on projects, undertaking research, and preparing for assessments including coursework, presentations and exams.
Here is an indication of how you will split your time.
Year 1
| Percentage | Hours | Typical activity |
|---|---|---|
| 24% | 285 | Teaching, learning and assessment |
| 76% | 915 | Independent learning |
Year 2
| Percentage | Hours | Typical activity |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | 293 | Teaching, learning and assessment |
| 80% | 1057 | Independent learning |
Year 3
| Percentage | Hours | Typical activity |
|---|---|---|
| 13% | 158 | Teaching, learning and assessment |
| 87% | 1042 | Independent learning |
Our excellent teaching and support teams will help you develop the skills relevant to your degree from research and practical skills to critical thinking. OurSheppard Libraryis open 24 hours a day during term time. And we offer free 24-hour laptop loans with full desktop software, free printing and Wi-Fi to use on or off campus, even over the weekend.
Your learning will be assessed regularly. Below is an example of how you will be assessed each year.
Year | Coursework % | Written Exams % | Practical exams% |
Year 1 | 37.5% | 62.5% | |
Year 2 | 42.5% | 45% | 12.5% |
Year 3 | 50% | 37.5% | 12.5% |
We'll test your understanding and progress with informal and formal tests.
The informal tests usually take place at least once per module, from which you’ll receive feedback from your tutor. The grades from these tests don’t count towards your final marks.
There are formal assessments for each module, usually at the end, which will count towards your module and your final marks.
Assessments are reviewed annually and may be updated based on student feedback or feedback from an external examiner.
To help you achieve the best results, we will provide regular feedback.
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Facilities and support
Facilities and support
Our Sheppard Library provides a wide range of resources and support to help you to succeed in your studies.
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Over 1,000 study spaces including rooms for group study and over 500 computers available.
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Student support
We offer lots of support to help you while you're studying including financial advice, wellbeing, mental health, and disability support.
Additional needs
We'll support you if you have additional needs such as sensory impairment or dyslexia. And if you want to find out whether Middlesex is the right place for you before you apply, get in touch with our Disability and Dyslexia team.
Wellness
Our specialist teams will support your mental health. We have free individual counselling sessions, workshops, support groups and useful guides.
Work while you study
Our Middlesex Unitemps branch will help you find work that fits around uni and your other commitments. We have hundreds of student jobs on campus that pay the London Living Wage and above. Visit the Middlesex Unitemps page.
Financial support
You can apply for scholarships and bursaries and our MDX Student Starter Kit to help with up to £1,000 of goods, including a new laptop or iPad.
We have also reduced the costs of studying with free laptop loans, free learning resources and discounts to save money on everyday things. Check out our guide to student life on a budget.
Careers
Careers
How can the BSc Neuroscience support your career?
A degree in Neuroscience will give you a wide range of career options. You could pursue a career working in laboratories or as a clinical researcher at a university, research centre or pharmaceutical firm. You could also follow a career into education, such as a clinical scientist working for the NHS or a sales representative for biomedical or bioscience companies.
Further academic study is also an option and you could choose to study a masters or a PhD at universities across the UK or abroad.
Graduate job roles
As well as working in the biomedical field, many of our graduates have gone on to work in fields such as teaching, the public sector and the private sector and business.
Transferable skills
The programme provides fundamental knowledge of therapeutics on neurological conditions, which is required for work in the pharmaceutical industry. The broad, specialised and personal skills gained by this programme can also be applied to a variety of careers in science or non-science sectors.
MDXworks
Ouremployability service, MDXworks will launch you into the world of work from the beginning of your course, with placements, projects and networking opportunities through our 1000+ links with industry and big-name employers in London and globally.
Our dedicated lifetime career support, like our business start-up support programme and funding for entrepreneurs, has put us in the top 10 UK universities for students who want to be CEOs and entrepreneurs (Hitachi, 2021).
MDXcelerator Student Start-Up Support
Want to be your own boss? You'll have the chance to pitch your business to gain mentoring and grants of up to £15,000.
Global network
You’ll study with students from 122 countries who’ll hopefully become part of your global network. And after you graduate, we'll support you through our alumni network to help you progress in your chosen career.
Work placements
Placements and internships greatly improve graduate employment prospects, and those who take part achieve excellent academic results through applying their learning in a professional setting.
Our specialist Employability Service and north London location ensure that every year our students and graduates gain placement opportunities.
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements
At Middlesex, we're proud of how we recognise the potential of future students like you. We make fair and aspirational offers because we want you to aim high, and we’ll support you all the way.We’ll always be as flexible as possible and take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning. And, if you don’t quite get the grades you hoped for, we’ll also look at more than your qualifications. Things like your work experience, other achievements and your personal statement.
Qualifications
- UCAS Points
- 112 UCAS Points
- A-level
- BBC-BBB including a C or above from a science subject
- BTEC Requirements
- DMM-DDM in a science subject
- Access requirements
- Overall pass in a relevant subject: must include 45 credits at level 3, of which all 45 must be at Merit or higher
- Combinations
- A combination of A-Level, BTEC and other accepted qualifications that total 112 - 128 UCAS Tariff points including 32 points from a science subject
We'll accept T Levels for entry onto our undergraduate degree courses (including our extended courses with a foundation year) with the standard application of science requirements and GCSEs in line with UCAS tariff calculation.
Ourentry requirementspage outlines how we make offers where we have given a range (e.g. BBB – BBC in A levels), and how we’ll make you an offer if you are studying a combination of qualifications (e.g. BTEC and A level).
Foundation year
If you don't meet the entry requirements, why not consider ourqualifications or work experiencecourse to help you prepare for the full degree?
Mature students (over 21)
We welcome applications from mature candidates, including those without formal qualifications, provided you can demonstrate relevant experience and ability.
Academic credit
If you have a qualification such as a foundation degree or HND, or have gained credit at another university, you may be able to enter a Middlesex University course in year two or three. Find out how you canFoundation Year in Science
If you have relevanttransfer courses., we may be able to count this towards your entry requirements.
Interviews
You won’t be required to attend an interview for this course.
We welcome students from the UK and all over the world. Join students from over 122 countries and discover why so many international students call our campus home:
- Quality teaching with top facilities plus flexible online learning
- Welcoming north London campus that's only 30 minutes from central London
- Work placements and networking with top London employers
- Award-winning career support to get you where you want to go after university.
Qualifications
We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the accepted qualifications on yourcountry's support page. If you are unsure of the suitability of your qualifications or would like help with your application, please contact your nearest international office.
English language
You will need to meet our English language requirements. And, don’t worry If you don't meet our minimum English language requirements, as we offer a Pre-sessional English course.
Visas
To study with us in the UK, you might need a Student visa. Please check to see if this applies to you.
You canapply now via UCASusing the codeB14A.
Need help with your application? Check out our undergraduate application page.
Fees and funding
Fees and funding
These fees are for 2024/25 unless otherwise stated:
UK students1
Full-time: £9,250
Part-time: £77 per taught credit
International students2
Full-time students: £16,600
Part-time students: £138 per taught credit
*Course fees are subject to annual inflation so the total costs for part-time study are shown here as a guide.
For more information and to answer your frequently asked questions, please visit our undergraduate funding page.
Additional costs
The following study tools are included in your fees:
- Free access to the resources, learning materials and software you need to succeed on your course
- Free laptop loans for up to 24 hours
- Free printing for academic paperwork
- Free online training with LinkedIn Learning.
- Scholarships and bursaries
Scholarships and bursaries
To help make uni affordable, we do everything we can to support you including our:
- MDX Excellence Scholarship offers grants of up to £2,000 per year for UK students
- Regional or International Merit Awards which reward International students with up to £2,000 towards course fees
- Our MDX Student Starter Kit to help with up to £1,000 of goods, including a new laptop or iPad.
Find out more about undergraduate funding and all of our scholarships and bursaries.
Fees disclaimers
1. UK fees: The university reserves the right to increase undergraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and we reserve the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.
2. International fees: Tuition fees are subject to annual review and we reserve the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.
Any annual increase in tuition fees as provided for above will be notified to students at the earliest opportunity in advance of the academic year to which any applicable inflationary rise may apply.
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