Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology
Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology
Explore the complex relationship between the mind and brain. The Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology (BPNP) program draws upon ANU’s world-leading strengths in philosophy (top 10 in the world), neuroscience and psychology to take you on a pioneering and interdisciplinary academic journey. The program will foster a unique environment…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Explore the complex relationship between the mind and brain.
The Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology (BPNP) program draws upon ANU’s world-leading strengths in philosophy (top 10 in the world), neuroscience and psychology to take you on a pioneering and interdisciplinary academic journey. The program will foster a unique environment where innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge research converge to challenge traditional boundaries of thought.
You will explore philosophical questions related to the mind-brain connection, delving into the conceptual foundations that underpin our understanding of the brain and mind. You will gain in-depth knowledge of the intricate relationship between the brain and cognitive processes, with access to world-class facilities, resources, and some of the country’s leading scientists at the Eccles Institute of Neuroscience in the John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australia’s national medical research institute. Studying psychology will uncover the human mind and behaviour, and the mysteries of consciousness, perception, and cognition.
The BPNP will challenge you to think differently, explore the uncharted territories of the mind-brain relationship, and contribute to ground-breaking research in this dynamic field. Join us on this transformative academic journey where innovation knows no bounds.
Career Options
ANU ranks among the world’s very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
This program is available for applications to commence from first semester, 2025
Employment Opportunities
The BPNP program will cultivate a holistic understanding of the mind-brain connection. The program provides experience that will benefit graduates who intend to apply for further study in the fields philosophy, neuroscience, and psychology. The BPNP is an excellent launch pad for a career in research, consulting, behavioural analysis, policy development, user-experience research, education, politics, medicine, and working in the public and private sectors.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand and evaluate a variety of philosophical and scientific traditions about the relationship between brain, mind, and behaviour, including cross-cultural perspectives.
- Engage in critical review of appropriate and relevant information sources.
- Communicate and justify complex concepts and results clearly and effectively to a variety of audiences.
- Plan and engage in sustained critical investigations and evaluations of research topics both independently and as part of collaborative groups.
- Display excellence in critical thinking, including the ability to critically evaluate a variety of inductive and deductive arguments.
- Show familiarity with discipline-specific experimental approaches, simulations and research methodology.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found here. Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.
Entry to the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology is based on meeting the minimum selection rank requirement and involves an assessment of suitability based on the questions included in the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology Supplementary Form. Submission of this form is compulsory for all applicants.
There are approximately 50 places available in each intake of the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology.
English Language Requirements
IELTS Academic and IELTS UKVI Academic [excluding One Skill Retake and IELTS Online] – Overall score of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band.
TOEFL iBT [excluding Home Edition] – Overall score of 80 (Reading – 20; Writing – 20; Listening – 18; Speaking – 18).
Cambridge C1 Advanced – Overall score of 176 minimum 169 in each band.
PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI [excluding PTE Academic Online] – Overall score of 64 minimum 55 in each band.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The Australian National University (ANU) is a public research university and member of the Group of Eight, located in Canberra, the capital of Australia. Its main campus in Acton encompasses seven teaching and research colleges, in addition to several national academies and institutes.
