| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | Full-time | 3 - 4 years | - | - | - |
Combine skills in science and research to explore the fascinating complexity of the human brain, from memory and learning to health and disease. Our programme is designed to equip you with the multidisciplinary skills, knowledge and understanding of genetics, human physiology and the nervous system, ready to embark on an advanced career in science, research and beyond. You will immerse into the theoretical foundation of neuroscience, whilst developing practical laboratory skills, enabling you to explore and apply your learning to the real-world. Course overview Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology*, our Neuroscience BSc at Keele introduces you to the anatomy and function of the nervous system, investigating complex interactions that enable motor control, sensory perception and stability.
You will study cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and human physiology to examine the brain, from how it senses and moves through the environment, to degeneration in health and in disease. Explore physiological systems including the digestive, cardiovascular and endocrine systems and how they are controlled by the brain. With insights into key concepts in neuroscience, you'll examine how the brain develops, the mechanisms underlying learning and memory, how drugs affect the nervous system, and how electrical activity in the brain works to control human functions. You will investigate this further through the exploration of behaviour and how sensory systems work.
We will help you to understand technological advances which may repair and regenerate the brain after damage. Throughout the programme, you will develop a range of practical laboratory skills that can be applied to design and carry out experiments to understand more about the brain and nervous system, involving research design, practical techniques and data analysis to put your learning into practice. This will involve learning in our state-of-the-art David Attenborough and Central Science Laboratories , as well as the opportunity to gain practical experience of human neural anatomy in Keele Medical School's Anatomy Suite. Your theoretical knowledge and practical skills combined will allow you to apply your learning to a wide range of careers in science and biological sciences.
At Keele, you can embark on an exciting journey to enhance your career prospects through studying abroad and building your cultural awareness, or completing a work placement year for industry experience. You can tailor your degree programme to excel in areas of your choice and develop your personal and professional skills in preparation for employment. *Subject to passing your final year project and laboratory modules in Year 1 and Year 2. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology 20th in England for Neuroscience, Guardian University Guide 2025 Develop core practical skills in Keele's state-of-the-art Central Science Laboratories (CSL) Engage with an enriching placement year or international year to excel in your career For more details, please see the course page on the Keele website.
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