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Keele University's Neuroscience with Psychology BSc program explores two captivating fields to understand the mind, brain, and behavior. This Royal Society of Biology accredited course establishes fundamental knowledge in key areas like neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and cognitive neuroscience. Students examine cellular and molecular biology alongside human physiology to understand brain functions - from environmental perception to memory formation mechanisms. The program develops transferable skills while providing comprehensive neuroscience training for diverse career paths.Through psychological theories spanning biological, social, and developmental perspectives, students gain insight into human behavior. The curriculum investigates how electrical and chemical brain activity regulates functions at cellular levels, including drug effects on neural systems and potential brain repair techniques.Students acquire practical laboratory competencies for designing and executing neurological experiments, covering research methodology, technical skills, and data interpretation. The cutting-edge David Attenborough and Central Science Laboratories offer hands-on experience with professional-grade equipment, combining theoretical knowledge with practical application for versatile career preparation.Keele provides opportunities to boost career potential through international study programs or work placements. Students can customize their degree path while developing essential professional skills.The Foundation Year offers an alternative entry route, ensuring undergraduate admission upon successful completion.The optional Work Placement Year between second and third years (or through a dedicated module) builds professional experience, applying academic knowledge in real-world settings while enhancing employability.Students may spend their third year studying abroad, gaining international perspectives and building global connections in their field.Graduates develop hands-on expertise, analytical abilities, research communication skills, and creative problem-solving capacities. The program fosters teamwork and independent working skills, preparing students for diverse professional environments across multiple sectors.
A Level: ABB in three A Levels including B in two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
Access to HE Diploma: 128 UCAS points in a Computing, Engineering, Health, Nursing, Medicine, Science, or Sports Access to HE Diploma including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits and Merit in at least 15 Level 3 credits.
BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma: DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Applied Science, Health and Social Care.
BTEC National Diploma / Diploma: Distinction and Merit in Applied Science or Health and Social Care BTEC National Diploma / Diploma and B in one Science A Level from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma: Distinction in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two Science A Levels from the Keele Defined Sciences List, or Distinction in Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, or Health and Social Care BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two A Levels including one Science A Level from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
International Baccalaureate Diploma: 655 in Higher Levels including two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including two Higher Level Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
IELTS Academic and IELTS Indicator: 6.0 with 5.5 in all components.
TOEFL IBT: 79 with 17 (writing), 17 (listening), 18 (reading) and 20 (speaking).