Neuroscience - BSc (Hons)

University of Sussex

### **Why choose this course at Sussex?*** **Develop the data-handling and analytical skills for careers in scientific industries, alongside the transferable skills essential for diverse professions.*** **Carry out interactive neuroscience experiments, take part in workshops, and explore the latest discoveries about the brain and nervous system.*** **Benefit from our history as the first UK university to offer neurobiology degrees and our expertise across more than 50 research groups.**From decoding how our nervous system processes sensation and drives behaviour, to finding better treatments for brain disorders and degenerative diseases, there’s so much yet to discover in the field of neuroscience.At Sussex, you’ll explore the latest discoveries about the brain and nervous system. You’ll join a friendly and supportive community of students and academics in the School of Life Sciences. Our teaching will inspire you, with topics including:* molecular and cellular neurobiology* development and genetics* neurophysiology* behaviour* brain disorders.From Year 1 you’ll be in the lab, gaining practical hands-on experience. You’ll carry out interactive neuroscience experiments and take part in workshops. You’ll also develop computing, programming, data analysis and communication skills.Sussex was the first university in the UK to offer a degree in neurobiology. Building on that ground-breaking step, the wider Sussex Neuroscience community now represents over 50 different research groups. They work across a broad spectrum of specialisms, from vision and consciousness, to AI and behaviour.When you graduate, you’ll have the data-handling and analytical skills for a wide range of science and science-related careers. This could include:* the biotechnology industry* the NHS and healthcare* academic research* science writing or publishing* public science engagement.Our courses adapt to the latest demands of the working world and are informed by our Employer Advisory Panel of key organisations which hire our graduates. Our employability strand develops research skills, professional competencies, and includes dedicated sessions with our Careers and Entrepreneurship Team to help you bolster your CV, train for interviews, map out career trajectories, and more.**Location**\Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the capital and the wider world.

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