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Study level:
Undergraduate

Course summary

Neuroscience is about understanding the most complex organ in the body – the brain. Of the four degree courses taught by the School of Life Sciences, this is our most specialised degree. This course will appeal to those who have a strong interest in how the brain and central nervous system works, neurological diseases and treatments.

This course has received interim accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), and is pending full accreditation upon graduation of the first cohort.

Neuroscience is the discipline that encompasses the study of the brain and nervous system in health and disease. It is an enormous field spanning genomic, molecular, cellular, network and behavioural levels.

This degree course is designed for students who wish to develop a greater understanding of the most complex and enigmatic of organs. With the knowledge and practical experience gained on this course, you will be able to develop a career in neuroscience and human health. Careers could include academic research, laboratory services, pharmaceutical drug discovery or clinical trials. Alternatively, you may wish to pursue a career in employment sectors that appreciate the value of a solid understanding of scientific principles, methods and approaches.

Assessment method

Approximately 35% of marks will be assessed by course work throughout the degree. The final degree classification is determined by Year One (10%), Year Two (30%) and your final year (60%).

How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
B140
Institution code:
W20
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB - AAA

AAB to include Biology and a second science from the following: Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, or Statistics OR AAA to include Biology. Applicants not taking A Level Chemistry must have one of the following: GCSE Chemistry grade B/6; GCSE Double Science grades BB/66; AS Level Chemistry grade B

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 - 36 points

34 points to include 5 in Higher Level Biology and 5 in Higher Level Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology OR 36 points to include 5 in Higher Level Biology. Applicants not taking Higher Level Chemistry must have one of the following: GCSE Chemistry grade B/6; GCSE Double Science grades BB/66; Standard Level Chemistry grade 6

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 are committed to making a high-quality and challenging university education available to all students who are capable of benefiting from it. Our contextual offer approach considers educational and individual context to provide a rounded understanding of academic potential and achievement, ensuring we fully consider talented applicants from all backgrounds. We may make differential ‘contextual’ offers to applicants based in the UK if they meet certain eligibility criteria.

Learn more on the University of Warwick website

Historical entry grades data BETA

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.

Data from:
This course
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

88% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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50 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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.

Additional fee information

Home fees are provisional pending government confirmation of fee levels for 2026/27.

Islands fees are set at the level of Home fees so are also provisional pending government confirmation of fee levels for 2026/27.

International (including EU) fees vary depending on course. Fee levels have not yet been set for 2026/27 but will be published on our website once confirmed:
https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/overseasfees/

Students commencing with Warwick Business School on a Foundation Year or undertaking a Graduate Entry Medicine degree (MBChB) should refer to the following webpage for confirmation of their fees, which may differ from the rates listed above: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/

Please refer to the following link for the latest information on tuition fees: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/

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