Applied Neuroscience MSc / PG Dip
Master
Distance
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
2 Years
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
Neuroscience is an exciting and emerging discipline, which seeks to understand the most complex organ in the body – the brain. Neuroscience is a modern, multidisciplinary subject. As such, it draws together knowledge and expertise from many areas of science, from molecular biology to the psychological study of the mind.
This innovative qualification from King’s College London is 100 per cent online and taught part time over two years, so students can balance study alongside work and life commitments. This postgraduate course will allow you to apply your neuroscience knowledge to real world settings. From the research lab to marketing, the application of neuroscience has the potential to deepen your understanding of how the nervous system serves to drive our every thought, sensation and emotion.
The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN) is one of the leading providers of neuroscience education in the UK, and Europe’s largest centre for research and postgraduate education in psychiatry, psychology and basic and clinical neuroscience.
Our research centres are at the international forefront of this field and we are world renowned for the high quality of our research. The 100 per cent online Applied Neuroscience Postgraduate Diploma and MSc course allows you to benefit from an innovative and contemporary curriculum, whist learning from our world leading scientists.
About this course
The IoPPN at King’s is Europe’s largest centre for research and postgraduate education in psychiatry, psychology and basic and clinical neuroscience.
The Faculty is based on the same site as the world-famous Maudsley Hospital, which ensures that we remain at the forefront of research and healthcare delivery.
100 per cent of our research impact and research environment has been rated worldleading in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.
Learn from high profile academics who are leaders in their field.
Six entry points throughout the year, 100 per cent online and taught part-time over two years, so you can balance study alongside work and life commitments.
All you need is a computer and an internet connection.
Achieve a Postgraduate Diploma in 16 months and an MSc in two years.
You benefit from close instructor interaction and collaboration with other students from everywhere in the world.
open up opportunities within research, or progress to PhD
provide transferable skills and knowledge that can benefit a number of career paths
provide a solid set of transferable research skills such as analysis, report writing, reviewing and critical appraisal
expand career opportunities within clinical psychology.
A bachelor’s degree with 2:1 honours (or overseas equivalent) in any subject. In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.
Reviews
Subjects
- Mental Health
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Psychology and neuroscience
- Biological
- Biological Systems
- Neuroscience Department
- Neuroscience disorders
- Neuroscience and Neuropsychology
Course programme
This programme is flexible, and three levels of postgraduate qualifications are offered:
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Achieve a postgraduate diploma after 120 credits and a master’s degree after completing all 180 credits. Students who wish to exit after the four introductory foundation modules will get the exit award Postgraduate Certificate in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health, rather than an award in Applied Neuroscience.
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Complete four introductory foundation modules, two compulsory advanced modules and two optional modules to earn your postgraduate diploma.
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Complete all twelve introductory, advanced, optional and research skills modules to earn your MSc.
Required Foundation Modules
Students on this course are required to take Foundation modules:
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Biological Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
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Techniques in Neuroscience (15 credits)
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Psychological Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
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Mental Health in the Community (15 credits)
- Contemporary Advances in Neuroscience (15 credits)
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Neurodevelopmental Disorders: From Bench to Bedside (15 credits)
In addition, you are required to take 30 credits from a range of optional modules which may typically include:
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Psychology and Neuroscience of Addictions (15 credits)
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Psychology and Neuroscience of Affective Disorders (15 credits)
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Psychology and Neuroscience of Psychosis (15 credits)
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Pharmacotherapy of Mental Health (15 credits)
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Neuroscience in Society (15 credits)
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Social, Genetic & Environmental Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
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Neuroimaging & Mental Health (15 credits)
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Child & Adolescent Mental Health (15 credits)
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Global Mental Health (15 credits)
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Mindfulness: Neuroscience & Application (15 credits)
Due to limited availability, selecting these modules will prolong your study period. Please contact the enrolment team on +44 (0)20 7848 7860 if you would like to explore these options further.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates
Msc
You are required to take:
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Biological Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
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Techniques in Neuroscience (15 credits)
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Psychological Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
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Mental Health in the Community (15 credits)
- Contemporary Advances in Neuroscience (15 credits)
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Neurodevelopmental Disorders: From Bench to Bedside (15 credits)
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Research Skills: Research Integrity & Ethics (15 credits)
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Research Skills: Reviewing & Critical Analysis (15 credits)
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Research Skills: Methods & Procedures (15 credits)
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Research Skills: Analysis & Reporting (15 credits)
In addition, you are required to take 30 credits from a range of optional modules which may typically include:
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Social, Genetic and Environmental Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
-
Psychology and Neuroscience of Affective Disorders (15 credits)
-
Psychology and Neuroscience of Psychosis (15 credits)
-
Pharmacotherapy of Mental Health (15 credits)
-
Neuroimaging in Mental Health (15 credits)
-
Neuroscience in Society (15 credits)
-
Psychology and Neuroscience of Addictions (15 credits)
-
Child and Adolescent Mental Health (15 credits)
-
Global Mental Health (15 credits)
-
Mindfulness: Neuroscience & Application (15 credits)
Due to limited availability, selecting these modules will prolong your study period. Please contact the enrolment team on +44 (0)20 7848 7860 if you would like to explore these options further.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Applied Neuroscience MSc / PG Dip