MSc Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience

Gain in-depth training in core aspects of contemporary neuroscience, from sensation and sensory processing to understanding complex brain functions and artificial intelligence. You'll work on a research project in cognitive neuroscience with a world-leading expert from the Department of Psychology and be prepared for a career in research, healthcare, industry or study to PhD level.
This 12-month course will give you in-depth training in core aspects of contemporary neuroscience, from sensation and sensory processing, to understanding complex brain functions and artificial intelligence. You'll be prepared for an exciting career in research, healthcare, industry, or further study to PhD level.

Throughout your course, our neuroscientists will introduce you to the core problems in computational and cognitive neuroscience, adaptive behaviour, and artificial neural networks.

We will teach you the core techniques in experimental cognitive psychology, including computational modelling, data analysis, and cutting-edge neuroimaging, and give you opportunities to apply these techniques.

Your career
With the valuable skills and knowledge that youll develop throughout your research training, including computational modelling, imaging, and analysis expertise, youll be well equipped for careers including:
roles within deep learning, machine learning or artificial intelligence
analysis and visualisation of data within hospitals, other healthcare providers or the pharmaceutical industry
pursuing a career in research, understanding major diseases like stroke, Alzheimer's, Parkinsons and epilepsy within academia or governmental organisations.

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in either a life science (including psychology) or a mathematical/physical science (including engineering).
IELTS - Overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component,
TOEFL - Overall score of 88 with a minimum of 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking and 19 in Writing,