Psychology with Neuroscience

Fascinated by why people behave the way they do or how emotions and the brain shape actions? Keele's Psychology with Neuroscience BSc dives into human behaviour, blending core psychology topics with neuroscience to explore how the brain controls movement, emotion, and senses. You'll gain a broad understanding of the mind and behaviour, applying your knowledge to real-world situations, and preparing for diverse careers in biosciences, human health, and research.

Why choose this course?

• Our research-led programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

• 20th in England for Neuroscience (Guardian University Guide, 2025)

• Build practical analytical, laboratory and research skills applicable to various careers

• Enhance your career prospects by gaining hands-on work experience with placement opportunities

• A chance to broaden your horizons and study abroad at a partner university

From physiology and anatomy to human behaviour and brain activity, our BPS-accredited* Psychology with Neuroscience degree introduces you to core psychological topics in social development, cognition and biological influences to understand why people act in certain ways and how the human brain works.

Investigate the study of the nervous system and how humans function and navigate through their environment, gaining knowledge of various neurological functions and the consequences of their deficiencies and dysfunctions such as the immune, respiratory and digestive system. Build core practical skills in laboratory and/or fieldwork as well as quantitative and qualitative research, ensuring a thorough understanding of diverse psychological methodologies. Gain hands-on experience with analytical and observational tasks and procedures equipping you to become an ethical researcher.

With access to various facilities and equipment from virtual reality headsets, brain stimulation equipment and our state of the art Central Science Laboratories, you will have the chance to explore human behaviour both theoretically and practically. As you progress through your degree you will be able to further explore areas of personal interests, enabling you to dig deeper and tailor your degree to your career interests through module selection.

*subject to passing your final year project and achieving a minimum 2:2 degree award

About Keele

Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Course Modules

For a list of indicative modules please visit the course page on the Keele University website.