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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Neuroscience with Foundation Year
Middlesex University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Neuroscience with Foundation Year course at Middlesex University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
UCAS Tariff
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Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £16,600 per year |
| International | £16,600 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: B14F
Here's what Middlesex University says about its Neuroscience with Foundation Year course.
Course Summary The BSc Neuroscience with Foundation Year at Middlesex University is designed for students who may not yet meet the entry requirements for the standard Neuroscience degree. The Foundation Year provides essential knowledge and skills in biology, chemistry, and scientific research methods, preparing you for the full undergraduate programme. The course introduces fundamental concepts in human biology and neuroscience, allowing you to explore topics such as human behaviour, brain function, and the causes of neurological disorders. After successfully completing the Foundation Year, you will progress onto the full BSc Neuroscience programme.
Why Study This Course at Middlesex University? Middlesex University offers a supportive and dynamic learning environment, with a comprehensive Foundation Year that prepares you for the rigours of a degree in Neuroscience. The course is taught in cutting-edge bioanalytical facilities, and students have access to both on-campus and online learning resources. With strong industry links and experienced faculty members, the university ensures you gain hands-on experience and exposure to the latest research and techniques. The Foundation Year will help you build the necessary academic and practical skills to transition smoothly into the full degree, setting you up for success in your neuroscience studies and future career.
What You Will Learn During the Foundation Year, you will study fundamental concepts in biology, chemistry, and scientific research, alongside an introduction to basic neuroscience. You will gain an understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system, as well as the basic principles of human physiology and the role of neuroscience in understanding neurological disorders. The Foundation Year also focuses on developing your scientific skills, including research methodology, data analysis, and problem-solving, all of which will be essential as you progress into the full BSc Neuroscience programme.
Modules For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-science/
Source: Middlesex University
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Neuroscience with Foundation Year at Middlesex University.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Natural Sciences
Location
Hendon Campus | London
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Neuroscience
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Middlesex University student reviews
Showing 50 reviews
3rd year
Biomedical sciences
The student union took feedback seriously and campaigned for change
2 months ago
3rd year
Biomedical sciences
I was very busy working as an SLA and having another part time job on the side. They recently changed how many modules there are, some of them were merged to create one longer module and it takes a lot of time to catch-up as there’s only 6 hours of contact
2 months ago
3rd year
Biomedical sciences
The university started a £2 meal after people complained that the food costs were too high, they have a variety of low cost places nearby and every day there’s a vegan option and a halal meat option for the £2 meal
2 months ago
3rd year
Biomedical sciences
There was quite a lot of support available with the SLA team but that has recently been cut. The SLA team helped answer questions and helped look over assessments and give you feedback
2 months ago
3rd year
Biomedical sciences
They have a microbiology lab and a cancer lab with samples. You are taught about the microbiology lab in the first year and get to culture bacteria in second year to prepare you to choose what lab based dissertation you want to do
2 months ago
3rd year
Biomedical sciences
The course has many different subject that are taught 2 at a time for each semester. They have labs and assignments throughout the semester but not as much face-to-face contact with the lecturer only 6 hours per week
2 months ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Middlesex University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Middlesex University students who took the Neuroscience with Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
83%
low
Teaching on my course
83%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
72%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
85%
low
Learning opportunities
79%
low
Learning opportunities
79%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
77%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
81%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
77%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
76%
med
Assessment and feedback
76%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
77%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
82%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
71%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
71%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
79%
med
Academic support
85%
med
Academic support
85%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
86%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
83%
low
Organisation and management
65%
low
Organisation and management
65%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
67%
low
How well organised is your course?
63%
low
Learning resources
83%
low
Learning resources
83%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
83%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
86%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
79%
low
Student voice
72%
low
Student voice
72%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
66%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
72%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
75%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
64%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
83%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Middlesex University. These students are taking Neuroscience with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Psychology | C | |||||
| Biology | D | |||||
| Chemistry | C | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
| English Literature | D | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Neuroscience with Foundation Year course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Middlesex University graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
87%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
80%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
8%
Other Health Professionals
5%
Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
5%
Process, plant and machine operatives
5%
Secretarial and related occupations
Graduate statistics
45%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
88%
In work, study or other activity
50%
Say it fits with future plans
40%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
15%
Caring personal services
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Elementary occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Middlesex University graduates who took Neuroscience with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£27k
First year after graduation
£28.5k
Third year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Neuroscience with Foundation Year.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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