MSc Cognitive Neuroscience

Gain a strong foundation in cognitive neuroscience, classical psychology, and neuropsychology on our MSc Cognitive Neuroscience course.

This research-intensive course is designed to equip you for further research and study. MSc Cognitive Neuroscience will prepare you for a doctoral programme in psychology, neuroscience, clinical psychology, or a related field.

Skills you'll gain with MSc Cognitive Neuroscience

You will receive training in the neurobiology and psychological aspects of cognitive neuroscience, with options in developmental psychology and psychopathology.

Throughout the course, you'll receive essential training in:

research methods
critical thinking
analytical skills
statistics
programming.

Research opportunities and partnerships

Studying MSc Cognitive Neuroscience offers opportunities to engage in research with within the School, including the and the

For more information, please visit the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences website.

Our world-class facilities

During your studies you will be encouraged to use our world class facilities that include:

brain imaging systems and eye-tracking
psychophysiology
nutritional testing
virtual reality and haptic laboratories.

Our School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences is housed in a modern building with extensive teaching and research facilities, including:

a state-of-the-art multi-million pound neuroimaging centre
fMRI, EEG and TMS facilities
computing facilities for modelling and analytical purposes.

You will have access to our three public-facing in-house NHS clinics, which enhance our teaching while providing invaluable support and treatment to the local community:

In addition to the facilities and resources provided in our on-campus University Library, our department provides a dedicated study room for MSc students complete with computing facilities. There is a further separate student resources room which can be used for quiet study or group discussions and is fully equipped with Wi-Fi and kitchen facilities.

Impact of our research

100% of our research impact is classified as 'outstanding' or 'very considerable' (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions for Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience). Find out more about our research impact.

*combining 4* and 3* submissions for Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience.

Overview

Gain a strong foundation in cognitive neuroscience, classical psychology, and neuropsychology on our MSc Cognitive Neuroscience course.

Skills you'll gain with MSc Cognitive Neuroscience

You will receive training in the neurobiology and psychological aspects of cognitive neuroscience, with options in developmental psychology and psychopathology.

Throughout the course, you'll receive essential training in:

research methods
critical thinking
analytical skills
statistics
programming.

Research opportunities and partnerships

Studying MSc Cognitive Neuroscience offers opportunities to engage in research with within the School, including the and the

For more information, please visit the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences website.

Learning

Our world-class facilities

During your studies you will be encouraged to use our world class facilities that include:

brain imaging systems and eye-tracking
psychophysiology
nutritional testing
virtual reality and haptic laboratories.

Our School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences is housed in a modern building with extensive teaching and research facilities, including:

a state-of-the-art multi-million pound neuroimaging centre
fMRI, EEG and TMS facilities
computing facilities for modelling and analytical purposes.

You will have access to our three public-facing in-house NHS clinics, which enhance our teaching while providing invaluable support and treatment to the local community:

Impact of our research

*combining 4* and 3* submissions for Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience.

Entry requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).

Entry requirements: Typically a good second class honours degree (57% or above, with 2.1 marks in Research Methods and project/dissertation modules) in psychology or a related discipline (for example, cognitive neuroscience). It must reflect psychology as a scientific discipline and have included the study of brain and behaviour.

Pre-sessional English language Programme

Our Pre-sessional English Programme is for international students who need to meet their degree programme English language requirements.

Our courses equip you with the skills and language needed for academic success, including critical thinking, self-reflection, learner autonomy, research skills and integrating sources. The Pre-sessional English Programme is accredited by the British Association of Lecturers in English for Academic Purposes (BALEAP), which guarantees you will receive a high-quality student experience.

To find out more, visit Pre-sessional English.

Structure

Year 1

Compulsory modules

Gathering Data for Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience

Gain working knowledge of research in the field of cognitive neuroscience and practical experience of gathering and analysing fMRI and EEG data. You will focus on robust, open and reproductive methods of data gathering, processing and analysing.

Analysing Data Using R

Learn in-depth strategies of data analysis and their applications to psychological research using R. Building on undergraduate-level statistics, you’ll gain theoretical and practical knowledge of data analysis, and learn how to use R scripts to analyse data for your dissertation.

Theories and Models About the Brain

Compare the foundational notions and current models in cognitive neuroscience as you interpret and appraise findings from both animals and humans. You will focus on current issues and debates within cognitive neuroscience and consider perception, neurocognitive and emotional disorders as well as lifespan development.

Programming for Behavioural and Cognitive Neurosciences

Learn the importance of experimental design and programming experiments when conducting scientific research in behavioural and cognitive neuroscience. You will become acquainted with Matlab with Psychtoolbox and Palamedes packages.

Empirical Project

Explore empirical research in psychology by designing, undertaking and reporting your own research project. You will be introduced to key activities for research as you gain generic and transferable skills.

Research Placement

Working with an established researcher, you’ll gain exposure to practical issues in the industry and learn how to address them.

These are the modules that we currently offer for 2024/2025 entry. They may be subject to change as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Please note that the University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them.

You can also register your details with us to receive information about your course of interest and study and life at the 17吃瓜.

Fees

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £12,800

New international students: £30,950

Tuition fee information

The fees listed are for full-time study, unless otherwise stated. Fee information will be confirmed in offer letters sent out to successful applicants. You can find further information, including information for part-time study, through our dedicated fees and funding page.

EU student fees

With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read .

Additional costs

Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.

Financial support for your studies

You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.

Careers

Career paths

Our MSc Cognitive Neuroscience course is designed to train you for further research and study – ideally for a doctoral programme in psychology, neuroscience, clinical psychology, or a related field.

Our graduates regularly move on to PhD positions, applied and clinical psychology posts in the NHS and private sector, and research-based positions in industry

Career outcomes

Overall, 100% of graduates from Psychology are in work or further study within 15 months of the end of their course. (Based on our analysis of HESA data © HESA 2022-2024, Graduate Outcomes Surveys 2019/20-2021/22; includes Postgraduate (Taught) and Postgraduate (Research) Psychology responders only).

For more information, please visit the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences website.

Subjects A-B

Subjects C-E

Subjects F-G

Subjects H-M

Subjects N-T

Subjects U-Z

Subjects A-C

Subjects D-G

Subjects H-P

Subjects Q-Z

Subjects A-B

Subjects C-E

Subjects F-G

Subjects H-M

Subjects N-T

Subjects U-Z

Skills you'll gain with MSc Cognitive Neuroscience

Research opportunities and partnerships

Overview

Skills you'll gain with MSc Cognitive Neuroscience

Research opportunities and partnerships

Learning

Entry requirements

Structure

Compulsory modules

Gathering Data for Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience

Analysing Data Using R

Theories and Models About the Brain

Programming for Behavioural and Cognitive Neurosciences

Empirical Project

Research Placement

Fees

Tuition fee information

EU student fees

Additional costs

Financial support for your studies

Careers

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