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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MRes - Master of Research

Subject areas

Neuroscience / Neurobiology Cognitive Psychology Science

Course type

Research

Course Summary

This MRes is an innovative research-led programme which brings together expertise from across the Faculty of Brain Sciences and offers you the opportunity to work and train with leading researchers at one of the most highly regarded centres of excellence in brain science in the world. Students will gain an understanding of the human brain and its disorders from the molecular to systems level that will reflect the interdisciplinary breadth of cutting-edge research in brain sciences conducted at UCL. Students will gain theoretical and practical knowledge of core personal and professional skills that underpin excellence in research.

Careers

This programme will prepare students for research careers in academia, industry or business, nationally or internationally.

Employability

The programme provides a broad understanding of brain sciences. The aim is to give students the best chance of obtaining a place on a relevant PhD programme. In addition the programme includes taught elements that will enhance employability. Transferable skills include statistical training, communication skills and training in research ethics and governance.

Modules

Contemporary Topics in Brain Science Research - Core
MRes Brain Sciences Research Project - Core
Research Methods and Statistics - Core
Research in Practice Or Biosciences Research Skills - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£17,300

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£37,500

Entry requirements

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor of Science degree from a UK university in an appropriate scientific discipline (e.g. neuroscience, cognitive science, biological and biomedical science, medicine, anatomy, physiology, psychology, computer science) or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Preference will be given to applicants who have both core knowledge of direct relevance to the MRes programme and relevant expertise and skills in empirical research.

University information

UCL (University College London) is consistently ranked among the top ten universities in the world, conducting leading research across a wide range of subject areas. Throughout its long and prestigious history, it has inspired and educated countless minds and produced 30 Nobel prize recipients. With one campus located in the heart of Bloomsbury and a second campus in vibrant east London, the university is home to around 42,000 students...more

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