Psychology with Neuroscience BSc (Hons)
University of Sussex
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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22-SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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22-SEP-25

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3 Years

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**=10th in the UK for Psychology (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023)****Top 20 in the UK for our research overall in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)****94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)** **About the course**Study in one of the largest schools of psychology in the UK and tailor your course to your interests, choosing from our extensive ...Read more


=10th in the UK for Psychology (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023)


Top 20 in the UK for our research overall in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)


94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


About the course

Study in one of the largest schools of psychology in the UK and tailor your course to your interests, choosing from our extensive range of modules. Whatever your area of interest – clinical, child development, cognitive, forensic, health, social and applied psychology or neuroscience – you'll be supported by our expert staff throughout your degree.Our course provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the relationship between the mind and the brain. It is jointly taught by neuroscientists and psychologists.You’ll enjoy some of the most advanced research facilities for studying psychology anywhere in the country. These include a child development research suite and a human psychophysiology laboratory.


Accreditation

Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.


About the University of Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

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Psychology
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
72/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
37th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
47th
Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine graduate salary
£22,000
Psychology (Non-Specific)
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£19,000
What students say
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Merlin
03 Feb 24

The best aspects of my Uni experience are the friends I’ve made and the support and encouragement I’ve received. The worst aspect would be the adjustment period into uni life, but..Read more

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Isobel
31 Jan 24

Really friendly uni, lovely campus! Good student support in terms of mental well-being, good library for studies and cute social spaces! Sometimes it feels like the uni is..Read more

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A level

A level:

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Scottish Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

You must have GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 4 (grade C).You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

You will need Scottish National 5 in Mathematics at grade C

Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 27 credits at Distinction.The Access course should contain Psychology or be in Science or Social Science.You must have GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 4 (grade C).

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

This score should be from the full IB Diploma.

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma should be in Applied Science or Health and Social Care.You must have GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 4 (grade C).You should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Popular A-level subjects

Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
81%
Chemistry
55%
Psychology
51%
Mathematics
35%
English Literature
10%
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Psychology (Non-Specific)

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
89%
Biology
29%
English Literature
23%
Sociology
21%
Mathematics
17%
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Latest reviews

Latest Psychology (General) reviews

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Merlin
03 Feb 24
Psychology (with a foundation year) BSc (Hons)
The best aspects of my Uni experience are the friends I’ve made and the support and encouragement I’ve received. The worst aspect would be the adjustment period into uni life, but...
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Isobel
31 Jan 24
Psychology BSc (Hons)
Really friendly uni, lovely campus! Good student support in terms of mental well-being, good library for studies and cute social spaces! Sometimes it feels like the uni is...
Read more
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University of Sussex
University of Sussex , Brighton

The University of Sussex is a world-leading research-intensive institution (REF, 2021) based near the popular seaside city of Brighton....

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Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  1.1 miles away

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