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

Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year

Middlesex University

(3.5)
51 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year course at Middlesex University.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

D,E

Most popular A-levels studied

The Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year course at Middlesex University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Neuroscience
Psychology
SubjectGrade
PsychologyC
BiologyD
ChemistryC
SociologyB
English LiteratureD
SubjectGrade
PsychologyC
BiologyE
SociologyB
English LiteratureD
ChemistryD
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C0FY

Here's what Middlesex University says about its Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year course.

Course Summary The BSc Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year at Middlesex University is designed for students who want to explore the intricate relationship between psychology and neuroscience. The course provides a solid grounding in both fields, helping you understand psychological principles alongside the biological and physiological processes that underpin human behaviour. This programme is ideal for those interested in the intersections between psychology and neuroscience and prepares you for a wide range of careers in psychology, research, or healthcare.

Why Study this Course at Middlesex? Middlesex University’s BSc Psychology with Neuroscience offers state-of-the-art facilities and excellent teaching resources. Located in the newly developed £23 million West Stand, you will have access to advanced laboratories including those for electrophysiology, psychophysiological monitoring, and electroencephalography (EEG). The course is designed with practical application at its core, ensuring that students not only grasp the theoretical concepts but also gain valuable experience in real-world settings. You’ll also have the opportunity for placements with leading institutions and hospitals across London, including Great Ormond Street Hospital, St George’s Hospital, and UCL, providing invaluable hands-on experience.

What You Will Gain By completing the BSc Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year, you will:

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the principles of psychology and neuroscience, and how they intersect in explaining human behaviour.

  • Gain valuable laboratory skills and knowledge in neuroscience techniques such as EEG and psychophysiological monitoring.

  • Benefit from placements at prestigious organisations, building your professional network and gaining industry experience.

  • Build transferable skills in research, critical thinking, data analysis, and communication that are highly valued across various industries.

  • Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for postgraduate study and potential career advancement in areas such as clinical psychology, research, and healthcare.

Source: Middlesex University

Course details

Qualification

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

Department

Psychology

Location

Hendon Campus | London

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Neuroscience

• Psychology

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
Channel Islands£9,790 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,790 per year
EU£17,200 per year
International£17,200 per year

The modules you will study

For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-psychology

Middlesex University student reviews

(3.5)
Based on 51 reviews from Middlesex University's students and alumni
5 star
17%
4 star
40%
3 star
27%
2 star
12%
1 star
4%
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3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

The student union took feedback seriously and campaigned for change

(5)
Student Union

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

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

(3)
University life

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

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

Finance

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

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

(4)
Support

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

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

Facilities

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

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

(4)
Course

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.

The Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year course at Middlesex University features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni

Biomedical sciences (non-specific)
Psychology (non-specific)

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

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

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

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

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

86%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

83%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

67%

low

How well organised is your course?

63%

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

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

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

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

87%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

90%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

80%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

76%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

87%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

83%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

82%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

85%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

78%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

82%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

87%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

84%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

88%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

83%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

88%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

87%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

86%

med

How well organised is your course?

81%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

80%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

87%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

76%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

86%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

85%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

83%

med

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?

82%

med

Student information

The Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year course at Middlesex University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Neuroscience
Psychology
Mode of study
Full-time95%Part-time5%
Gender ratio
Female79%Male21%
Where students come from
International9%UK91%
Student performance
2:1 or above52%
Number of students180
Mode of study
Full-time93%Part-time7%
Gender ratio
Female87%Male13%
Where students come from
International12%UK88%
Student performance
2:1 or above69%
Number of students595
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Psychology with 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.

Subjects allied to medicine
Biomedical sciences (non-specific)
Psychology (non-specific)

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

41%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

86%

In work, study or other activity

55%

Say it fits with future plans

45%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation

11%

Administrative occupations

11%

Welfare and housing associate professionals

8%

Sales occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

The Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Middlesex University graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.

Medical sciences
Psychology

Earnings

£27k

First year after graduation

£28.5k

Third year after graduation

Earnings

£19.3k

First year after graduation

£25.2k

Third year after graduation

£27.4k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Psychology with Neuroscience with Foundation Year.

Source: LEO

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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