MSc Autism and Neurodevelopmental Conditions Research at University of Stirling

Programme overview

MSc Autism and Neurodevelopmental Conditions Research is an on-campus Masters on research methods and current topics in autism, including co-occurring conditions such as ADHD and prosopagnosia.

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months; MSc part-time: 24 months | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research methods training, theory and ethics of autism research, advanced statistics and qualitative analysis, a research placement in a relevant context and a supervised dissertation based on an autism research project.

Career pathways

Foundation for careers as an autism professional: charity, campaigning, advocacy and policy roles, and health and social care support work.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject; applicants without these but with significant relevant work or life experience are encouraged to apply. English language for international applicants: IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill; PTE Academic 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill; TOEFL iBT (exams before 21 January 2026) 80 overall with 18 reading, 17 writing, 17 listening, 20 speaking.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,750 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; part time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 12,150 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months; MSc part-time: 24 months

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