BSc (Hons) Neuroscience

The BSc Neuroscience course at Aston University is a specialized three year programme designed to explore the function and diversity of the nervous system. The course offers a foundational understanding of the principles of neuroscience and gives students the opportunity to study topics such as degenerative neurological conditions, neurodevelopment disorders, memory, neuroimmunology, and pharmacology.Course Content: Over the course of three years, students will gain essential knowledge on cell and molecular biology, human anatomy, pathophysiology and drug design, neuropharmacology, ageing and degenerative neurological conditions among others. They will also get a broader understanding of the context of neuroscientific research and developments through a range of modules.Key Modules: Some of the important modules covered include: Topics in Biomedical Science, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Human Anatomy, Pharmacology, Microbiology and Immunology, Protein Biochemistry, Developmental Biology, Medical Physiology, Neuroscience, and Neuropharmacology.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal Society of biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist. The accreditation by this society shows that Aston University's course teaching, staff, research and resources are all delivering at a high standard.Future Careers: After completing this course, students can progress into diverse career paths. These include clinical neurophysiology, neuroimaging, clinical trials coordination, laboratory research in universities or the pharmaceutical industry, science communication, teaching, and others. Certain roles may need additional qualification following the degree.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.