Undergraduate

Neuroscience

How do medical conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, deafness, dementia and depression afflict the brain and nervous system? A Neuroscience major will give you the answers.
75
ATAR
3
Years Full Time
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Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

Neuroscience is a diverse, multidisciplinary science and graduates will be well suited to a range of employment destinations including research and clinical laboratories, government agencies and science communication.
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Career Pathways

Neuroscience is a diverse, multidisciplinary science and graduates will be well suited to a range of employment destinations including research and clinical laboratories, government agencies and science communication.

Further Study

Honours in Neuroscience is a blend of coursework and research project work designed to introduce you to the world of research. It will equip you with the skills and flexibility of outlook needed to deal with rapidly changing technologies and lead into habits of critical thinking, problem analysis and public presentation which will serve in any leadership role. The combination of formal study and practical experience offered by this honours specialisation is suitable preparation for entry into graduate professional courses such as medicine, physiotherapy, audiology, chiropractic, nursing, teaching or forensics, especially for students interested in furthering those fields through research. The honours specialisation also provides a suitable entry-level qualification for careers in science communication and biomedical research.
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Further Study

Honours in Neuroscience is a blend of coursework and research project work designed to introduce you to the world of research. It will equip you with the skills and flexibility of outlook needed to deal with rapidly changing technologies and lead into habits of critical thinking, problem analysis and public presentation which will serve in any leadership role. The combination of formal study and practical experience offered by this honours specialisation is suitable preparation for entry into graduate professional courses such as medicine, physiotherapy, audiology, chiropractic, nursing, teaching or forensics, especially for students interested in furthering those fields through research. The honours specialisation also provides a suitable entry-level qualification for careers in science communication and biomedical research.

Career Opportunities

Potential career opportunities include:

  • Medical Technician
  • Neuroscientist
  • Research Scientist

Career Opportunities

Fees and scholarships

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Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Commonwealth Supported Place $10,248.76

Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.

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International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$43,900.00
2025
$46,300.00

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Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
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Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.

Admission requirements

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

Chemistry / biology requirement

Applicants are recommended to have completed Chemistry ATAR and Biology ATAR / Human Biology ATAR.

International students commencing in semester 2 must have completed Biology ATAR and Chemistry ATAR or equivalent to be admitted.

Chemistry / biology requirement

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Course details

Neuroscientists investigate areas of the nervous system. How do nervous systems grow, develop and learn? How do we process the sensory stimuli we receive? You'll be taught by academics with established international reputations in research.

About the course

Discover the nervous system at all levels, from molecules that make up individual nerve cells and the transfer of information from one nerve cell to another, to the complexities of how behaviour, thought and emotions are produced.
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About the course

Discover the nervous system at all levels, from molecules that make up individual nerve cells and the transfer of information from one nerve cell to another, to the complexities of how behaviour, thought and emotions are produced. Neuroscientists are interested in how nervous system function can be restored after disease and injury to the brain. Studying a major in Neuroscience means you'll be taught by academics with established international reputations in neuroscience research at all levels.

 

Neuroscience

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 16-25 hours teaching time, plus your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-NEURS
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BBiomedSc), 4 years (BBiomedSc[Hons])
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Neuroscience

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 16-25 hours teaching time, plus your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-NEURS
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BBiomedSc), 4 years (BBiomedSc[Hons])
Honours Available
  • Yes
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Biomedical Science

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Harrison Thomas

Harrison Thomas
Neuroscience was completely different from anything I’d ever studied, but I found it grew from being a novelty to a genuine interest. I enjoy learning about how and why we as humans are so good at thinking, and explaining why sometimes we aren’t. Taking this course has allowed me to also understand myself better, why I do things or why I don’t, and about what we do and don’t know about ourselves.

The new course structure was one reason I wanted to attend UWA. As someone who didn’t know what career to follow or which studies to take, the 3+2 years course structure was very attractive. It allowed me to take a broad range of courses to find what my interests or passions may be.

I only ever really wanted to attend UWA. It has great facilities and beautiful gardens, and a good blend of old and new buildings that isn’t jarring or out of place. 
 

Why study this course at UWA

  • You’ll be taught by academics with established international reputations in neuroscience research
  • Be involved in the rapidly developing neuroscience research and medical innovations that will improve the lives of people suffering from conditions like spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy and Parkinson’s disease
  • Neuroscience at UWA can be further pursued with a Neuroscience Honours degree, Neuroscience at Master's level and PhD.

Why study this course at UWA

Course Structure

Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.

Popular combinations

Anatomy and Human Biology Anatomy and Human Biology Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Physiology Physiology

Course structure details

Level 1

Core

Take all units (12 points):

Core

Take units to the value of 12 points from ANHB1101, ANHB1102, BIOL1130, SCIE1106 or PHYL1001.

Bridging

Bridging units must be successfully completed within the first 48 points of study. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Methods ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1721 or SCIE1500, (SCIE1500 is recommended). Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Applications ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1720 and either MATH1721 or SCIE1500, (SCIE1500 is recommended). MATH1721 should be taken if also considering majors or minors that require it for progression to level 2 (e.g. Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Computer Science) Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Chemistry ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete CHEM1003.
Level 2

Core

Take all units (18 points):
Level 3

Core

Take all units (24 points):
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Sungkyunkwan University

For more than six hundred years, Sungkyunkwan University has held a special place in the history of Korea. Since its establishment, the school's educational tradition has emphasised the four principles of benevolence, righteousness, propriety and wisdom. Sungkyunkwan University has also evolved to incorporate a modern educational paradigm that prioritises cutting-edge research and innovative education. This has led to important advances in the arts, sciences, medicine and technology in ways that allow greater synergy with other leading universities and institutions throughout the world.

Seoul, South Korea
Asia

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University of Vermont

UVM thinks big and inspires others to do the same. Its academic program combines faculty-student relationships most commonly found in a small liberal arts college with the resources of a major research institution. The university is home to 10,267 undergraduates and 1462 graduate students. Located in Burlington, Vermont, UVM's setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and the Green mountain ranges, gives a perspective of all that's possible.

Burlington, United States
North America

"Words can't explain how amazing exchange was. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It was extremely rewarding meeting so many new people who will be friends for life. Burlington is very picturesque and laidback. It is a great college town. Only having to pass made it a lot easier to travel and experience college life. If Vermont isn't your first choice, I recommend it because it was a truly incredible experience. " Ellen Buckley,Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting and Finance, 2016
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Uppsala University

Uppsala University is the oldest university in Sweden, founded in 1477. It has 45,000 students, and world-class research and high-quality education are pursued to benefit society and business on a global level. The university is characterised by diversity and breadth, with international frontline research at nine faculties.

Uppsala, Sweden
Europe

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You'll learn to

  • demonstrate a sound knowledge of basic cell and systems biology and biological chemistry, and apply this knowledge to neural cells and systems
  • understand the structure and function of the nervous systems of humans and other animals
  • conduct anatomical, cellular, physiological and behavioural investigations of nervous tissues and systems
  • understand the neuroscience underpinning common pathological conditions of the nervous systems.

You'll learn to

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