Cognitive Neuroscience
Entry requirements
ypically 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.
Months of entry
September
Course content
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 Centre for Autism and the NHS Anxiety and Depression in Young People Research Unit.
For more information, please visit the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences website.
Information for international students
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Postgraduate Team
- pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0) 118 378 5289