Brain Sciences [MSc]

You will study the Brain Science Degree in an Institute that strives to understand the brain at multiple levels of function, from cells to cognition using approaches ranging from molecular, cellular and systems level investigations to brain imaging o Lectures will be given by staff who are international research leaders and who publish cutting edge research at the forefront of brain sciences. You will attend seminars on a wide range of topics given by eminent external speakers visiting the Institute from around the world as part of our Current Research Topics course.  You will carry out a research project working in labs equipped with technology and expertise at the forefront of brain science research, including: 3 Tesla fMRI system to image human brain function Magnetoencephalography and electroencephalography to study neural activity Transcranial magnetic stimulation for non-invasive brain stimulation 7 Tesla experimental MRI scanner for studying models of disease  Confocal microscopy for high resolution cellular imaging Models of disease for pharmcolgical, gene and stem cell therapies You will receive in depth training in research design and statistical analysis The brain science programme allows student choice and flexibility. Through your choice of optional taught courses you can develop in-depth specialist knowledge to enhance further academic research as well as transferable skills for a career outside academia. You will join a vibrant community of masters students from other programmes and for your research project you will be based in laboratories alongside PhD students, postdocs and senior researchers. Through the range of teaching methods and assessments used you will gain skills in critical appraisal, independent working, presentations,...