BSc (Hons) Cognitive Science at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Explore how humans think, learn, behave and communicate. This interdisciplinary degree combines the study of psychology, linguistics, computer science and philosophy. Are you curious about how the human mind functions?

Faculty: Faculty of Medical Sciences | Duration: Full time: 3-4 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You'll be introduced to a broad base of theoretical frameworks. They will set you up with a strong foundation for the rest of your degree. Compulsory modules include: Quantitative Methods for Cognitive Science 1, Philosophical Approaches to the Humanities and Social Sciences and Critical Reasoning, Cognitive Psychology, Principles of Evolution, Genetics and Behavioural Development, Perception, Introduction to the Structure of Language 1: Phonetics, Phonology & Morphology, Introduction to Language Structure 2: Syntax, semantics and pragmatics, Introduction to Computing, Quantitative Methods for Cognitive Science 2, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Computations: Real and Artificial Intelligence, Experimental Methods in Linguistics, Empirical Project for Cognitive Science.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates embark on further study, including Master's degrees and PhDs. Some go on to pursue careers in academia and research. Graduate roles and employers include: artificial Intelligence; data science; user experience testing or human computer interaction; technical and educational consulting; assistive technology; government policy; behavioural science or research.

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Entry requirements

A levels: ABB excluding General Studies. GCSE Mathematics minimum Grade B or 6 required. IB: 32 Points. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies to be offered at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level and completion of a national high school diploma. Standard Level Mathematics required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. Considered on a case by case basis. Scottish Highers: AAABB at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Maths is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. GCSEs: GCSE Mathematics minimum Grade B or 6 required. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent with no less than 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,950 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3-4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/c859/#how-to-apply

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