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Course summary
94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)
About the course
From curing degenerative diseases, to inventing the next generation of AI, there’s so much yet to discover in the field of neuroscience.
At Sussex, you’ll explore the latest discoveries about the brain and nervous system. You’ll join a friendly and supportive community of students and academics in the School of Life Sciences. Our teaching will inspire you, with topics including:
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molecular and cellular neurobiology
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development and genetics
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neurophysiology
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behaviour
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brain disorders.
From Year 1 you’ll be in the lab, gaining practical hands-on experience. You’ll carry out interactive neuroscience experiments and take part in workshops. You’ll also develop computing, programming, data analysis and communication skills.
Sussex was the first university in the UK to offer a degree in neurobiology. Building on that ground-breaking step, the wider Sussex Neuroscience community now represents over 50 different research groups. They work across a broad spectrum of specialisms, from vision and consciousness, to AI and behaviour.
When you graduate, you’ll have the data-handling and analytical skills for a wide range of science and science-related careers. This could include:
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the biotechnology industry
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the NHS and healthcare
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academic research
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science writing or publishing
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science engagement.
And in addition, in your integrated Masters year, you gain a strong theoretical and practical foundation for a career in – or related to – research. You’ll spend a semester working on an individual research project in one of our Neuroscience research teams. In this year, you’ll develop advanced skills in technical, analytical and scientific communication skills.
MSci or BSc?
We also offer this course as a three-year BSc.
About Sussex
Sussex graduates change the world. Our students become the leaders of the future, making discoveries, improving lives and changing things for the better.
Study with us to join a welcoming and inspiring community of staff and students from more than 140 countries.
Location
We shape the world from a fantastic campus on the UK’s beautiful south coast.
We are the only UK university surrounded by a national park, so you can step off campus to explore the hills and woodlands of the South Downs. The vibrant, colourful and creative seaside city of Brighton & Hove is just nine minutes away.
With Brighton voted the happiest city in England for students, (Student Living Survey, Sodexo, 2018) there can be few better places to study.
Modules
See the modules you will study by year by going to the 'view course details' link.
Apply by
31 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:
- B101
- Institution code:
- S90
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
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- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Sussex has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
31 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:
- B101
- Institution code:
- S90
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
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Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - ABB - AAB
A-levels must include one science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
If you are taking a science subject that has the separate science practical assessment, we would normally expect a pass. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, your application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
This would need to be in Applied Science and you will need to have opted for substantial numbers of modules please see the University website for more information.
You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 24-27 credits at Distinction.
You will need substantial amounts of Level 3 credits in relevant sciences or have taken A-level science(s) alongside the Access course.
You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).
Scottish Higher - AAABB
Highers must include at least one science subject, with at least grade B. Ideally, you will have one of Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics as an Advanced Higher.
You will also need Scottish National 5 in English, Mathematics and two sciences with grade B in each.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
This score should be from the full IB Diploma.
You must have a Higher Level in at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics, with at least grade 5.
Extended Project
We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Including at least 5.5 in each component. We accept IELTS One Skills Retake. We do not accept IELTS Online. |
| PTE Academic | 59 | Including at least 59 in all four skills. We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | TOEFL (iBT), including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing. We do not accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition. |
Please see our English language requirements. http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades students 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 and 4 other biomedical sciences courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- AAA
- Highest grades
- BCC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
How do you compare?
See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
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| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £25000 | Year 1 |
| International | £25000 | Year 1 |
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
Note that your fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis as the Government reviews the fee levels.
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Phone:01273 876787
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