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PhD/MPhil Cognitive Neuroscience at University of Manchester

University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Tackle real-world challenges in cognitive neuroscience and explore how the brain shapes thought and behaviour. Explore the neural mechanisms underlying cognition in both healthy and disordered brains, using human and animal models to drive translational advances in neuropsychological disorders. Join a research group within the Division of Neuroscience or Division of Psychology Communication and Human Neuroscience researching brain-behaviour relationships across perception, memory, psychiatric and neurological conditions with translational relevance.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health  |  Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our PhD/MPhil Cognitive Neuroscience programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Cognitive Neuroscience. Cognitive Neuroscience is a dynamic and emerging field of research that seeks to understand how we think, feel and act.

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Entry requirements

We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification. English language: IELTS or TOEFL tests. Please note IELTS and TOEFL are only valid for two years.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Low fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 27,000 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Standard fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil

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