A levels, A*AA including Chemistry and Mathematics
International Baccalaureate, 37 points, including grade 6 in Chemistry and Mathematics at Higher Level. 38 points, including grade 6 in Chemistry at Higher Level and grade 6 in Mathematics at Standard Level.
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:
IELTS (Academic and Indicator), 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component
C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, 176, with a minimum of 169 in each component
Duolingo, 110 overall, with a minimum of 100 in each component
GCSE/IGCSE/O level English Language (as a first or second language), Grade C
LanguageCert International ESOL SELT, B2 Communicator High Pass with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component
PTE Academic, 61, with a minimum of 55 in each component
TOEFL, 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component
Trinity ISE III, Merit in all components
At the intersection of psychology, chemistry, biology and philosophy, neuroscience is the study of the neurons and neuromechanisms that structure our brains and allow us to sense and respond to the world.
By studying Natural Sciences specialising in Neuroscience at York you'll benefit from two internationally renowned centres of excellence: the Centre for Hyperpolarization of Magnetic Resonance and the York Neuroimaging Centre. These centres offer some of the world's most advanced imaging technology.
You will be taught by researchers who are pushing back the boundaries of what is possible, and will benefit from an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the structural, chemical, functional and theoretical aspects of the nervous system. By taking a four-year MSci course you'll be able to expand your independent study and explore a more open-ended research project.
All our Natural Sciences MSci degrees have the same course code for your UCAS application. To select the Natural Sciences specialising in Neuroscience pathway, enter the subject option code "Neuro".
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Year 1
Year 1 draws on course material from all four departments, preparing you for more advanced study.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Chemistry for Natural Sciences I: Introduction to Chemical Structure and Reactivity
Chemistry for Natural Sciences II: Introduction to Analysis and Chemical Change
Reason and Argument B
Cell and Developmental Biology
Brain and Behaviour I
Perception and Cognition I
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
Year 2
In your second year you will build on the foundations established in your first year.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Perception and Cognition II
Brain and Behaviour II
Chemistry for Natural Sciences III: Structure, Bonding and Reactivity
Neuroscience
Option modules
You will choose from a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
Chemistry for Natural Sciences IV: Synthesis, Spectroscopy and Photochemistry
Cell Biology
Philosophy of Mind
Philosophy of Science
Year 3
In your third year you deepen your knowledge taking further core and option modules.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Basic Principles in Neuroimaging
Data Analysis in Neuroimaging
Advanced Topics in Neuroscience
Option modules
You will choose from a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
Neuroimaging of Vision
Cognitive Psychology of Sleep
Language and Thought
Memory and the Brain
Cognitive Neuroscience of Attention
Mind and Brain
Animal Cognition and Communication
Perception of Actions and Human Behaviour
Consciousness
Philosophy of Psychology
Chemistry and Disease
Advanced Research Methods
Year 4
The main focus of your final year is your independent research project of your choosing. You will also deepen your knowledge with further core modules.
Research project
Natural Sciences Extended Research Project
This project brings together your knowledge and skills developed during the previous three years. You will develop and demonstrate the ability to design, plan, carry out and report on an open-ended investigation that generates new knowledge.
Core modules
You will choose from a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience
Research Design in Neuroimaging
Data Analysis
Pharmaceutical and biotech companies
Academia and research
Venture capital firms
Scientific consulting firms
Medical and scientific journals
Legal firms dealing with intellectual property
Science-focused not-for-profit organisations
Government agencies
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
