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University degree

Biological Sciences

The University of Leicester
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
Β£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Computers are powerful machines, but no computer is more powerful or complex than the human brain. Studying neuroscience will reveal how brains and nervous systems work in animals, including humans – and what happens when something goes wrong. The browser you are using is no longer supported and for that reason you will not get the best experience when using our website.

Computers are powerful machines, but no computer is more powerful or complex than the human brain. Studying neuroscience will reveal how brains and nervous systems work in animals, including humans – and what happens when something goes wrong. Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system: the brain and the vast number of essential functions that it controls including learning, memory, sensation, motor control and human behaviour.

On this course, you will work alongside leading neuroscientists who are investigating some of the most important questions in neuroscience research in order to gain insight into the mechanisms of human neurological disease. You will also gain a broad understanding of fundamental biological processes, while developing analytical skills and gaining experience in handling complex information. By studying neuroscience alongside options in other biological sciences, you will be able to apply your knowledge across the boundaries of traditional disciplines and gain a valuable and powerful asset in scientific environments and in many other walks of life.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
96-111 pts10%
112-127 pts30%
128-143 pts40%
144-159 pts10%
160-175 pts10%
How they qualified
100% got in with alevel.
alevel100%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
100%
Continue past first year
89%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
Β£26,500
3 years on
Β£33,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
89%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching86%
Assessment & feedback83%
Academic support82%
Well organised93%
Learning resources93%
Student community88%
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Where this degree can lead
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