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Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 22 September 2025
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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Course summary

Cognitive neuroscience looks at how our brains support our thoughts, feelings and actions. On this course, you'll study core psychology modules with cognitive neuroscience practicals. You'll develop skills in brain imaging, behavioural measurement and physiological psychology.

In years one and three you'll have optional modules to choose from. This is your chance to explore the areas of psychology that you find interesting. As we have experts across the spectrum of psychology, we are able to offer you a choice from different areas. For example, the Neuropsychology and Applied Neuroimaging module covers the effect of brain damage. You'll learn how it can impair language, memory and motor control.

Our research is transforming lives. We want our students to be part of this. In your final year, you'll do your own research project. You'll have a wide choice of topics. These could be from behavioural to social psychology.

Modules

In year one you will study fundamental areas of cognitive psychology. This will provide you with a strong foundation of knowledge in this field. You will learn about developmental, social, and biological psychology.

In your second year, you will study more advanced modules in cognitive psychology. This will develop your understanding to a higher level. You will learn about human memory, neuroscience, and personality differences such as criminal behavior.

In year three you will develop an expert and specialised understanding in the field of psychology and cognitive neuroscience.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 22 September 2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
C850
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

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.

Application codes

Course code:
C850
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff Not accepted

A level AAA - ABB

A pass in the science practicals element is required. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Global Perspectives are not accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) D*DD

Access to HE Diploma D: 36 credits M: 9 credits P: 0 credits

Scottish Higher AAABB - ABBBB

This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA.

AS Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) D*D

in conjunction with A Level Grade A

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Please email https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/enquiry.aspx for further information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) D

in conjunction with two A Levels at Grade A

Scottish Advanced Higher AA

Including AAABB to ABBBB in Highers.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 34 points

or 666 in 3 HL certificates

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) A - B

This qualification is only accepted in combination with A level grades AA or AB

Extended Project A

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and an alternative offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 - H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H3

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal D3, M1, M1 - D3, M2, M3

Candidates without a science subject may be asked for D3, M1, M1 Cambridge Pre-U Certificate (Global Perspectives & Independent Research) Not accepted

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade 5 (B), English grade 5 (B)

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

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View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202526/undergraduate.aspx

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