do you need biology a level for psychology and neuroscience degree

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hi, year 12 here looking for possible uni courses and psychology and neuroscience as a possible degree. is it possible to do it without having a biology a level or should i simply just look at other degrees.(for reference by subjects are psychology, politics and sociology)

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McGinger

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Psychology - its possible to do Psych with just Psych A level to fulfil the science requirement at some Universities (including RG Unis like Bristol), but be aware that Psych may require higher GCSE Maths grades. For Neuro you will need at least one science and often both Biology and Chemistry are required - however you may find a few Unis that will accept just Psych (Sussex as one example). Alternatively, look at Science Foundation courses for those without the 'right' A levels - Southampton offer this.

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Usernamehehe

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by McGinger

Psychology - its possible to do Psych with just Psych A level to fulfil the science requirement at some Universities (including RG Unis like Bristol), but be aware that Psych may require higher GCSE Maths grades. For Neuro you will need at least one science and often both Biology and Chemistry are required - however you may find a few Unis that will accept just Psych (Sussex as one example). Alternatively, look at Science Foundation courses for those without the 'right' A levels - Southampton offer this.

Helllo dk if u could still see this as this post was four years ago, i want to go for kcl and ucl human neuro and psychology and neuro ay their offered degree, i did met the requirement of having psychology and maths, but i didnt take biology, would they rven bother to give me an interview or even accept me?

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McGinger

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by Usernamehehe

Helllo dk if u could still see this as this post was four years ago, i want to go for kcl and ucl human neuro and psychology and neuro ay their offered degree, i did met the requirement of having psychology and maths, but i didnt take biology, would they rven bother to give me an interview or even accept me?

If Biology is not a required subject, and you meet the entry requirements with the subjects you are taking, you will not be at any disadvantage.

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Usernamehehe

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by McGinger

If Biology is not a required subject, and you meet the entry requirements with the subjects you are taking, you will not be at any disadvantage.

Well for the requirement they said either biology or psychology then either one from biology chem phy maths or psychology

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LSBU

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by tobbbbbyyyy

hi, year 12 here looking for possible uni courses and psychology and neuroscience as a possible degree. is it possible to do it without having a biology a level or should i simply just look at other degrees.(for reference by subjects are psychology, politics and sociology)

It’s great that you’re already exploring your options in Year 12 and considering psychology and neuroscience. Many universities, including London South Bank University (LSBU), do not always require A-level Biology as a compulsory subject for psychology-based degrees. Since you’re already taking A-level Psychology, that will work in your favour, and subjects like Politics and Sociology also demonstrate strong analytical, critical thinking, and essay-writing skills, which are very relevant to psychology. However, for neuroscience-focused pathways, some universities may prefer or strongly recommend a science A-level, so it’s worth checking the entry requirements for each course you’re interested in.

At LSBU, the BSc Psychology degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and welcomes students from a variety of A-level backgrounds, not just those with biology or other sciences. The course is designed to give you a thorough grounding in biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology, and you’ll be introduced to neuroscience content as part of the programme. If you are particularly interested in the biological or neuroscience side but lack the A-level science background, LSBU also offers routes such as a foundation year, which can help bridge that gap by strengthening your science skills before progressing onto the full degree.

LSBU also provides excellent support services to help you succeed if you’re transitioning into areas you may not have studied before. These include academic support tutors, Skills for Learning workshops, and a dedicated student wellbeing team, alongside opportunities for research projects and hands-on lab experience in psychology and neuroscience modules. If you’d like to explore further, LSBU has Open Days on Saturday 4th October 2025 and Saturday 15th November 2025, where you can meet lecturers, tour the psychology labs, and ask specific questions about entry requirements and support available for students without a science A-level. You can book your place here: [LSBU Open Day Link].

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