Clinical Paediatric Neuropsychology MSc/PG Dip

Students of clinical paediatric neuropsychology develop an understanding of the techniques, methods and contemporary findings in the field. They are trained to interpret clinical case presentations within the context of current scientific findings of developmental brain-behaviour relationships and gain knowledge of the major professional, ethical and service delivery issues in assessment and rehabilitative work.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

The programme consists of eight core modules (120 credits) and a research project (60 credits).

A Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits, full time nine months and part-time two years) is offered.

• Introduction to Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Professional Issues for Paediatric Neuropsychologists
• Development of Sensory, Motor and Cognitive Neural Systems
• Developmental Disorders and Neuropsychological Profiles
• Infant and Neurodevelopmental Assessment
• Assessment of Neuropsychological Disorders and Functional Implications
• Advanced Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Developing Clinical Formulations and Interventions

There are no optional modules for this programme.

All MSc students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a substantial report and an oral presentation.

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, group seminars, video demonstrations and directed self-study time (reading, essay writing, seminar preparations). Assessment is by two essay journal papers of up to 3,000 words each, two commentary papers of up to 1,500 words each and four 90-minute unseen examinations, and the dissertation examined by viva-voce.