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Examine the intricate connection between consciousness and the brain.
The Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology (BPNP) program leverages ANU's globally recognized expertise in philosophy (ranked among the world's top 10), neuroscience, and psychology to offer an innovative, cross-disciplinary educational experience. This program creates a distinctive space where creative thinking, teamwork, and advanced research intersect to push beyond conventional intellectual limits.
You'll investigate fundamental philosophical inquiries about the mind-brain link, examining the theoretical frameworks that shape our comprehension of mental processes and neural functions. Through access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaboration with renowned researchers at the Eccles Institute of Neuroscience within Australia's premier medical research center, the John Curtin School of Medical Research, you'll develop comprehensive understanding of how brain mechanisms relate to cognitive functions. Psychology studies will reveal insights into human behavior, consciousness, perception, and thought processes.
The BPNP program will push you to adopt novel perspectives, venture into unexplored aspects of the mind-brain connection, and participate in revolutionary discoveries in this rapidly evolving discipline. Embark on this life-changing educational adventure where innovation has limitless potential.
Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found here. Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.
Entry to the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology is based on meeting the minimum selection rank requirement and involves an assessment of suitability based on the questions included in the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology Supplementary Form. Submission of this form is compulsory for all applicants.
There are approximately 50 places available in each intake of the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology.
English Language Requirements
IELTS Academic and IELTS UKVI Academic [excluding One Skill Retake and IELTS Online] - Overall score of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band.
TOEFL iBT [excluding Home Edition] - Overall score of 80 (Reading - 20; Writing - 20; Listening - 18; Speaking - 18).
Cambridge C1 Advanced - Overall score of 176 minimum 169 in each band.
PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI [excluding PTE Academic Online] - Overall score of 64 minimum 55 in each band.