University of Keele
Neuroscience and Psychology BSc (Hons)
University of Keele

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Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of Neuroscience and Psychology BSc (Hons) at University of Keele for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Biomedical Sciences (Non-Specific).

Overall student satisfaction
64 /100
10 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Biomedical Sciences (Non-Specific)

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Biomedical Sciences (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23000 £23000 £25500
25-75 percentile range £20000 - £25500 £17000 - £27500 £20500 - £32000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Biomedical Sciences (Non-Specific)

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23009 £21123 £25050
25-75 percentile range £20047 - £26449 £15818 - £25646 £18783 - £31090

Course Description

Our accredited BSc allows you to undertake a scientific approach to understanding the mind, emotions and actions, considering the biological influences, social pressures and environmental factors that affect how people think, act and feel. From gaining insight into neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease to understanding mind and behaviour more generally, this course will enable you to gain broad subject-specific knowledge and advanced skills in communication, research and critical thinking ready to pursue an exciting and dynamic career.

Why choose this course?

  • Professional accreditation pathways are available
  • Top 20 in the UK for Neuroscience (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
  • Develop core practical skills in Keele's state-of-the-art Central Science Laboratories (CSL)
  • Gain practical experience of human neural anatomy in Keele Medical School's Anatomy Suite

Psychology will equip you with a well-rounded education and in addition to studying the principal areas specified by the British Psychological Society (BPS) curriculum, you will have the opportunity to tailor your degree to reflect your career aspirations and interests with our suite of optional modules. Principle areas of psychology include: biological, cognitive, social and developmental psychology as well as individual differences and historical issues. You will gain fundamental scientific skills in research design, statistics, qualitative and survey methods. With this knowledge, you will learn how to conduct research and critically analyse that of others.

Neuroscience is a vibrant discipline that explores the brain, from how it enables us to sense and move through our environment, to degeneration in health and in disease. With over 600 types of neurological conditions currently identified (NHS England), understanding how the brain and nervous system work is integral to the future of human health and well-being. You'll be equipped with the multidisciplinary skills and knowledge used by Neuroscientists (typically research scientists) in their quest to design and carry out experiments to understand more about the brain and nervous system.

About Keele

Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Neuroscience and Psychology BSc (Hons) at University of Keele

16% Business and public service associate professionals
13% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
9% Media Professionals
8% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
7% Managers, directors and senior officials
6% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
6% Sales occupations
3% Protective service occupations
3% Natural and social science professionals
2% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Neuroscience and Psychology, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Keele in top UK and global rankings.

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About University of Keele

Established in 1949, Keele University is located in the rural setting of the large town of Newcastle under Lyme. The university’s facilities are all within walking distance from the centre of campus, including Union Square where students can find a Pharmacy, the Library, and even a student Post Office. Students can choose between an impressive selection of courses at both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate level, as well as between five different modern and spacious residence halls.

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Student composition of University of Keele

undergraduates:
8360
postgraduates:
1545
Total:
9905
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