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MSc Neuroscience & Mental Health at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A research-focused, research-led neuroscience MSc designed with industry feedback. It develops knowledge of research practice, drug discovery and the development of therapeutic interventions for disorders of the nervous system, with training in ethical and legal considerations and in vivo studies.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core Neuroscience, Advanced Techniques in In Vivo Biology, Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Commercialisation, Functions of the Nervous System, Essential Skills and Employability for Masters Students, Disorders of the Nervous System, Advanced Topics and Advanced Techniques in Biomedical Research, and a 60-credit summer research project.

Career pathways

Academia (research and teaching), clinical sciences, biotechnology and contract research, and the pharmaceutical industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree (2:2) or international equivalent in a biological, medical or chemical discipline; students from mathematics or engineering backgrounds may also be considered. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5; TOEFL, PTE and other recognised English tests are also accepted. Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements can take the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre (non-UK/Ireland students).

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,550 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate; Scotland and rest of UK Source

International applicants: GBP 33,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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