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Applied Neuroscience MSc at Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our MSc Applied Neuroscience course gives a unique insight into neuroscience in real world settings. Studying the latest neuroscience methods, you’ll learn alongside our leading neuroscientists with contributions from professional experts, and have access to the Psychology department’s excellent neuroscience facilities. You’ll learn to conduct applied neuroscience research projects and acquire practical, hands-on experience for your future career.

Department: Psychology  |  Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Year 1: Methods in Applied Neuroscience, Statistics for Research, Neuroscience: clinical and social perspectives, Neuroscience in the real world, Applied Neuroscience Project and others. Optional modules: Year 1: Psychology in Applied Settings, Advanced and Applied Research Techniques, Adjustment and Well-Being, Clinical Assessment and Treatment Approaches, Forensic Investigations: Cognitive and Social Approaches and others.

Career pathways

Graduates in Applied Neuroscience at Royal Holloway are well equipped to progress to further PhD study and to careers in applied settings in commercial and governmental organisations.

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Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2. Psychology or Natural Science subject (Biology, Zoology, Medicine, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics); Other degrees within a related Social Science with evidence of having taken and passed methodological or statistics training at degree level will also be considered. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall. No subscore lower than 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

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