MSc (Clinical Neuroscience)

University of Galway

Knowledge derived from neuroscience research in mental health, psychology, neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration is revolutionising how we think about and treat mental disorders. A thorough grounding in neuroscience is fast becoming an essential step for a career in academic and clinical psychology, psychiatry, and careers in neuroscience more broadly.In response to that need this program is designed for students with backgrounds in psychology, medicine, pharmacology, and other biomedical and neuroscience related disciplines. It will equip students with a set of core skills in the field of clinical neuroscience including in-depth understanding of neuroanatomy, neuroimaging, and neuropsychiatry. Students will have opportunities to learn through practical hands-on experience.Career OpportunitiesGraduates of this programme are likely to go on to professional training in clinical psychology, psychiatry and neuroscience-related posts in industry or to undertake further academic work at PhD level.On the successful completion of this programme students will have:Enhanced skills in research and experimental design, A high level of written and verbal communicationData management, analysis, and statistics skills, Oral and scientific poster presentation skillsThe ability to critically evaluate published information, Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others