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Cognitive Science

Newcastle University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site (Newcastle)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

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.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Newcastle University

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    35th

  • Campus address

    Newcastle University, Newcastle Campus, Newcastle Campus, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom

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Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Newcastle University offers some of the most generous scholarships for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    27th out of 118 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    145 71%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    16th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    108th

    20

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