MSc Neuroscience at Manchester Metropolitan University

Our MSc Neuroscience degree offers a detailed insight into the workings of the nervous system. From a cellular to systems level, you’ll explore: How the brain functions to control behaviours in normal physiology. In-depth neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and neuropharmacology.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: School of Biological and Chemical Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course offers an exciting opportunity to explore the complexities of the brain and nervous system. Using an interdisciplinary lens, we combine elements of physiology, healthy ageing and biomedical science into the curriculum. Modules core: Project, Research Methods and Ethics in Biomedical Sciences, Developmental Biology, Neuroanatomy and Physiology, Molecular Neuroscience and Pharmacology.

Career pathways

Our MSc Neuroscience will allow you to pursue a range of career paths when you graduate. You could progress to PhD level or build a career in research.

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