Cognitive Neuroscience (PhD, MD, MSc by research) at University of Bristol

You will be studying Cognitive Neuroscience in the School of Psychology and Neuroscience where you will be part of a vibrant postgraduate community within a world-class research department lead by internationally recognised academic staff. Cognitive neuroscience is the interdisciplinary scientific study of the biological basis of the mind, bridging psychology and neuroscience. It explores how physical brain structures and neural circuits produce perception, cognition and behaviour.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Life Sciences  |  Department: School of Psychology and Neuroscience  |  Duration: MScR: up to two years full-time, up to four years part-time. PhD: up to four years full-time, up to eight years part-time.MD: up to five years full-time, up to eight years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028  |  Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Graduates from this programme are well placed to become researchers in universities, research institutes, industry and healthcare. Skills gained from this programme are beneficial in a variety of roles including industry, charities and government.

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