BSc Psychology with Neuroscience
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UCAS code
C8B1 -
Typical offer
ABB -
Year of entry
2023/24 -
Course duration
Full Time: 3 Years
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Year of entry
2023/24 -
Course duration
Full Time: 3 Years
Learn about the structure and functions of the human brain through this challenging and technical BSc Psychology with Neuroscience degree.
This course will provide you with a solid grounding in neuroscience and is ideal if you are interested in careers or further study in that area. It will also enable you to move on to further training to become a professional psychologist and is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
As a psychology student you can take advantage of the Department's research laboratories and resources for measuring physiological variables, such as heart rate. The Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics, housed within the Department, is equipped with a range of physiology and neuroimaging technologies – including an MRI scanner, TMS, EEG and pain labs. There are many opportunities for you to get involved with its research.
The first two years of the course provide you with a broad overview of psychology, and are required for BPS qualification. You will study modules covering areas such as cognition, neuroscience, development, personality and social psychology. Neuroscience modules are taught by staff from the internationally renowned Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics.
In the final year, you can explore the areas that interest you most through a wide range of optional modules. Your final-year project will allow you to immerse yourself further into the field of neuroscience by conducting research supervised by an expert in the field. Modules are regularly revised in order to incorporate the latest developments in neuroscience, ensuring that your knowledge and skills are always up to date.
For more information, please visit the School of Psychology website.
Placement
You will have the opportunity to gain professional experience through work placements during the second year of the course. These can take place at an outside organisation such as a charity, or within the Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics. Alternatively, you can volunteer as a research assistant on a range of projects within the Department.
During your final year, you can opt to spend a term studying at a university abroad. We have links with many European institutions, as well as places further afield including locations in Australia, USA and Canada.
Overview
Learn about the structure and functions of the human brain through this challenging and technical BSc Psychology with Neuroscience degree.
This course will provide you with a solid grounding in neuroscience and is ideal if you are interested in careers or further study in that area. It will also enable you to move on to further training to become a professional psychologist and is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
As a psychology student you can take advantage of the Department's research laboratories and resources for measuring physiological variables, such as heart rate. The Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics, housed within the Department, is equipped with a range of physiology and neuroimaging technologies – including an MRI scanner, TMS, EEG and pain labs. There are many opportunities for you to get involved with its research.
The first two years of the course provide you with a broad overview of psychology, and are required for BPS qualification. You will study modules covering areas such as cognition, neuroscience, development, personality and social psychology. Neuroscience modules are taught by staff from the internationally renowned Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics.
In the final year, you can explore the areas that interest you most through a wide range of optional modules. Your final-year project will allow you to immerse yourself further into the field of neuroscience by conducting research supervised by an expert in the field. Modules are regularly revised in order to incorporate the latest developments in neuroscience, ensuring that your knowledge and skills are always up to date.
For more information, please visit the School of Psychology website.
Placement
You will have the opportunity to gain professional experience through work placements during the second year of the course. These can take place at an outside organisation such as a charity, or within the Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics. Alternatively, you can volunteer as a research assistant on a range of projects within the Department.
During your final year, you can opt to spend a term studying at a university abroad. We have links with many European institutions, as well as places further afield including locations in Australia, USA and Canada.
Entry requirements A Level ABB
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Typical offer
ABB
International Baccalaureate
32 points overall including standard level English, Mathematics and Science at grade 4 minimum
GCSE
English, Mathematics and Science at grade B (6)
Extended Project Qualification
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) provides to students for University study, we can now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer.
BTEC Extended Diploma
DDM
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5
For information on other English language qualifications, please visit our international student pages.
Alternative entry requirements for International and EU students
For country specific entry requirements look at entry requirements by country.
International Foundation Programme
If you are an international or EU student and do not meet the requirements for direct entry to your chosen degree you can join the University of Reading’s International Foundation Programme. Successful completion of this 1 year programme guarantees you a place on your chosen undergraduate degree. English language requirements start as low as IELTS 4.5 depending on progression degree and start date.
Pre-sessional English language programme
If you need to improve your English language score you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.
Structure
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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PY1APP | Applied and Professional Psychology | DR Amanda Branson |
PY1DMH | Debates in Mental Health | DR Dan Jones |
PY1INM | Introduction to Neuroscience Methods | PROF Anastasia Christakou |
PY1IPR | Introduction to Psychological Research | DR Eugene McSorley |
PY1LAL | Learning about Learning | PROF Philip Beaman |
PY1PAB | The Person and the Brain | DR Juliane Honisch |
Optional modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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CL1G1 | Ancient Greek 1 | PROF Amy Smith |
CL1L1 | Latin 1 (C) | MRS Jackie Baines |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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PY2CBP | Cognitive and Biological Psychology | DR Lydia Yee |
PY2DAL | Development across the lifespan | DR Teresa Tavassoli |
PY2PCP | Professional and Clinical Practice | DR Paul Jenkins |
PY2RMP | Research methods in Psychology | DR Dan Jones |
PY2SCP | Scientific computing for Psychologists | DR Peter Scarfe |
PY2SID | Social Psychology and Individual Differences | DR Emma Pape |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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PY3CCP | Communicating Current Psychology | DR Amanda Branson |
PY3P | Project | DR Katie Barfoot |
Optional modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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PY3ACT | Adaptive Control of Thought | PROF Philip Beaman |
PY3ASC | Autism Spectrum Conditions | DR Fiona Knott |
PY3AV | Active Vision | DR Eugene McSorley |
PY3BE | Behavioural Economics | DR Rachel McCloy |
PY3CA | Cognitive neuropsychology of ageing | DR Jayne Freeman |
PY3CMC | Computational Models and Methods in Psychology | PROF Ingo Bojak |
PY3CNWM | Cognitive Neuroscience of Attention and Working Memory | DR Eva Feredoes |
PY3DMC | Dietary and Metabolic influences on cognition | DR Daniel Lamport |
PY3DPA | The Developmental Psychopathology of Anxiety | MRS Shannon Wake |
PY3EBL | Eating behaviours across the lifespan | DR Sarah Snuggs |
PY3ELD | Early Lexical Development | DR Beth Law |
PY3FPR | Face Perception and Recognition | DR Katie Gray |
PY3FPT | Forensic Psychology: Theory and Practice | DR Jayne Freeman |
PY3HP | Health Psychology | PROF Kate Harvey |
PY3MLB | Music, Language and the Brain | DR Fang Liu |
PY3MPO | Motivation and Performance in Organisations | DR Amanda Branson |
PY3MS | Memory and the Self: Past, Present and Future | PROF Judith Ellis |
PY3NFD | Neuropsychology of frontostriatal disorders | DR Aileen Ho |
PY3PAC | Psychology and Culture | DR Marat Zagidullin |
PY3RCD | Reward Dysfunction in Clinical Disorders | DR Ciara McCabe |
PY3SC | Social Cognition | DR Lorella Lepore |
PY3SCN | Social Cognition of Nonverbal Behaviour | DR Juliane Honisch |
PY3SCO | Self Control | DR Julia Vogt |
PY3SE | Science of Emotion | PROF Carien Van Reekum |
PY3SNC | Sensory Perception in Neurodevelopmental Conditions | DR Teresa Tavassoli |
PY3TAR | Typical and Atypical Reading | DR Rachel Pye |
PY3TSP | Topics in Social Psychology | DR Emma Pape |
PY3VRB | Virtual Reality and the Brain | DR Peter Scarfe |
ED3TS4 | Development of transferable skills through a school placement 4 | DR Caroline Foulkes |
FB3LNPA | Lifestyle, Nutrigenetics and Personalised Nutrition | DR Vimal Karani |
GV3CC | Climate Change | PROF Maria Shahgedanova |
GV3ESM | Ecosystems Modelling | DR Shovonlal Roy |
GV3TRC | Tropical Rainforests, Climate & Lost Civilisations | PROF Frank Mayle |
LS3IC | Intercultural Communications | DR Erhan Aslan |
LW3CRY | Criminology | PROFESSOR Jo Phoenix |
ML3IC | Identity and Conflict in Modern Europe | DR Athena Leoussi |
ML3LP | Language and Power | MR Federico Faloppa |
MM302 | Entrepreneurial Project | MR Keith Heron |
PL3ISL | Introduction to Speech and Language Pathology | DR Arpita Bose |
PO3FPT | Feminism and Political Theory | DR Sarah Goff |
PO3GAP | Gender and Politics | DR Rose De Geus |
PO3IPE | International Political Economy | DR Jonathan Golub |
PO3USF | US Foreign and Defence Policy since 1950 | DR Graham O'Dwyer |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Fees
New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £9,250*
New international students: £24,500
*UK/Republic of Ireland fee changes
UK/Republic of Ireland undergraduate tuition fees are regulated by the UK government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval and any decision on raising the tuition fees cap for new UK students would require the formal approval of both Houses of Parliament before it becomes law.
EU student fees
With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.
Additional costs
Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.
Financial support for your studies
You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.
Careers
As a graduate of this course you will be qualified for further training to become a professional psychologist. Our BSc Psychology with Neuroscience course is accredited by the British Psychological Society and provides you with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.
This course will provide you with a range of transferable skills, including analytical qualitative abilities, writing experience, presentation skills and the ability to think and analyse scientifically.
You could go on to work for organisations such as the NHS, civil services, schools or charities. Skills learned on the course also open up many doors within the private sector, within areas such as HR, recruitment, management consultancy, publicity, finance and journalism. Alternatively you can choose to further develop your skills by moving into research, teacher training or postgraduate studies.