BSc Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience
Course Overview
This specialized degree integrates core psychology with advanced cognitive neuroscience and an optional year in computer science, providing a deep understanding of how the brain enables the mind. You will develop hands-on skills in brain imaging and behavioural measurement while conducting your own research project. The program culminates in a unique qualification that opens doors to exciting careers at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and technology.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on training in key neuroscience methods including brain imaging and physiological psychology
- An optional third year in computer science focusing on human-computer interaction and programming
- Final year research project on a topic of your choice, from social to behavioural psychology
- Flexible curriculum with a wide range of optional modules to tailor your degree
- Graduate with a specialized degree title designed for careers in a fast-evolving industry
Course Overview
This specialized degree integrates core psychology with advanced cognitive neuroscience and an optional year in computer science, providing a deep understanding of how the brain enables the mind. You will develop hands-on skills in brain imaging and behavioural measurement while conducting your own research project. The program culminates in a unique qualification that opens doors to exciting careers at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and technology.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on training in key neuroscience methods including brain imaging and physiological psychology
- An optional third year in computer science focusing on human-computer interaction and programming
- Final year research project on a topic of your choice, from social to behavioural psychology
- Flexible curriculum with a wide range of optional modules to tailor your degree
- Graduate with a specialized degree title designed for careers in a fast-evolving industry
Requirements
Modules
- Biological Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Introduction to Research Methods and Analysis
- Practical Methods: Labs and Workshops
- Social Psychology
- Addiction and the Brain
- Psychological Approaches to Therapy
- Advanced Developmental Psychology
- Advanced Social Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology 2
- Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
- Neuroscience and Behaviour
- Personality and Individual Differences
- Practical Methods in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience 1
- Practical Methods in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience 2
- Research Methods and Analysis 1
- Research Methods and Analysis 2
- Psychology Research Project
- Applying Social Psychology to Societal Issues
- Cognitive Development and Autism
- Current Issues in Psychology: Debates and Applications
- Mechanisms of Learning and Psychopathology
- Neuropsychology and Applied Neuroimaging
- Neuropsychology of Action: The Body in the Brain
- Social Neuroscience Research
- The Visual Brain: Evolution, Development, Learning and Adaptation
- Understanding Developmental Disorders
