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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Cognitive Science course at Newcastle University.
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Most popular A-levels studied
The Cognitive Science course at Newcastle 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.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | A |
| Biology | B |
| Geography | A |
| History | A |
| Mathematics | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | A |
| French | A |
| Psychology | B |
| Spanish | B |
| Biology | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: C859
Here's what Newcastle University says about its Cognitive Science course.
Cognitive Science, like psychology, aims to understand the mind's complexities and how the brain's mental processes influence behaviour. It emerged in the 1950s as a response to Behaviourism, which argued that behaviour is shaped by past experiences and conditioning. This theory became difficult to defend, especially for researchers studying language development, which Behaviourism couldn’t explain.
Cognitive Science developed as an interdisciplinary field, bringing together insights from psychologists, linguists, computer scientists, and philosophers. This shift led to key breakthroughs in understanding language, perception, memory, and decision-making.
This degree explores key cognitive functions like perception, attention, memory, and language. You’ll understand the various methods used to explore behaviour and understand the strengths and limitations of different approaches.
Source: Newcastle University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Psychology
Location
Main Site (Newcastle) | Newcastle upon Tyne
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Linguistics
• Psychology
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Newcastle University student reviews
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1st year student
1 year ago
I haven't really had any experiences with the Student Union so far
1st year student
1 year ago
There's a ton of societies to join, a ton of extracurricular activities (like the Give It A Go programs, language taster sessions, cultural events, etc) and loads of opportunities in the university
1st year student
1 year ago
Of course, university and student accommodation cost a ton of money, but I have seen way worse tuition fees in other universities
1st year student
1 year ago
I am mostly very happy with the support provided.
1st year student
1 year ago
I think there's a big variety of facilities (in terms of shops, food places and libraries/computer labs as well), the only thing I can complain about is that the main canteen (Courtyard) closes fairly early, but aside from that, I'm very happy with it
1st year student
1 year ago
I am satisfied with my course, however, I think it does have some subjects which could be improved on. My translation theory and interpreting theory lectures feel like they are sort of a filler subject, I personally haven't found them too useful so far, not because of the lecturers, I think they are...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Newcastle University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Cognitive Science course at Newcastle 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
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
med
Teaching on my course
84%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
81%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
77%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
85%
med
Learning opportunities
78%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
79%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
81%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
76%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
81%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
70%
low
Assessment and feedback
67%
low
Assessment and feedback
67%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
64%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
75%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
51%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
78%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
67%
low
Academic support
77%
low
Academic support
77%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
76%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
79%
low
Organisation and management
75%
low
Organisation and management
75%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
73%
low
How well organised is your course?
76%
low
Learning resources
89%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
87%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
71%
low
Student voice
71%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
60%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
70%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
77%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
91%
high
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
96%
high
Teaching on my course
96%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
96%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
88%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
90%
high
Learning opportunities
90%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
96%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
96%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
88%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
85%
med
Assessment and feedback
73%
low
Assessment and feedback
73%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
74%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
77%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
71%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
82%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
62%
low
Academic support
96%
high
Academic support
96%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
96%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
96%
high
Organisation and management
76%
med
Organisation and management
76%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
69%
low
How well organised is your course?
82%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
95%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
87%
med
Student voice
75%
med
Student voice
75%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
59%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
77%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
89%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
62%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
83%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
89%
high
Student information
The Cognitive Science course at Newcastle 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.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Newcastle University graduates who took Cognitive Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
58%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
86%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
56%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
13%
Business and public service associate professionals
12%
Therapy professionals
8%
Administrative occupations
8%
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Cognitive Science course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Newcastle University graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£21.9k
First year after graduation
£26.6k
Third year after graduation
£32.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£21.2k
First year after graduation
£25.9k
Third year after graduation
£29.9k
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 Cognitive Science.
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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Newcastle University is a member of the prestigious Russell Group, made up of 24 of the UK’s leading research universities. Ranked among the best in the world, with top 140 rankings by both the QS and Times Higher Education university league tables.
With 200 undergraduate programmes and 300 postgraduate programmes delivered to over 23,000 students from more than 110 countries worldwide, Newcastle has a global reputation for high-quality teaching and cutting-edge research.
At Newcastle there is a strong emphasis on student employability with a vast array of opportunities for students to develop employability skills and experience. The University has an award-winning careers service and also has one of the best records for graduate employment in the UK.
The 50-acre campus is conveniently located in the heart of Newcastle city centre and is minutes from bustling shopping streets, award-winning galleries and museums, restaurants and cafes.
Known for its warm Geordie welcome, the city attracts around 50,000 students each year. In fact, one in six people in Newcastle, is a student, helping create the city’s energetic social scene and legendary nightlife.
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