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Biological Sciences (Neuroscience) BSc at University of Leicester

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system, which extends throughout the body to control many complex functions. The degree examines how alterations in the nervous system, from the molecular to the systems level, result in disease and how it can be targeted to treat disease.

Faculty: College of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In the first year you take classes with students from different subjects within Biological Sciences.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates follow further training for research careers in biology, often through our MSc or PhD programmes at Leicester.

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Entry requirements

A-levels: BBB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. Two AS-levels may be considered in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted. EPQ with A-levels: BBC + EPQ grade B. English language: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. UCAS code(s): B140.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; fees for later years may rise. Source

International applicants: GBP 26,000 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time

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