Study Postgraduate Certificate in Science (PGCertSci) - Neuroscience at The University of Otago in New Zealand, Division of Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Neuroscience examines how the brain and nervous system function, adapt and change. As a postgraduate student you move beyond coursework into discovery, exploring how neurons communicate, how brain circuits develop, how behaviour emerges, and how neurological conditions disrupt these processes.Our programme is strongly interdisciplinary, drawing on expertise from anatomy, psychology, physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry and computer science. This breadth equips you to tackle important questions at the intersection of biology, health and technology, whether your goal is advancing new therapies, understanding brain function, or applying neuroscience in clinical or applied settings.

Which department am I in?

Division of Sciences

Study options

Full Time (.5 Years)

Tuition fees

NZ$13,560.00 (US$ 8,089) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Dunedin Campus

362 Leith Street,

DUNEDIN,

Otago,

9016, DUNEDIN, New Zealand

Full Time (.5 Years)

Tuition fees

NZ$13,560.00 (US$ 8,089) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

March 2027

Venue

Dunedin Campus

362 Leith Street,

DUNEDIN,

Otago,

9016, DUNEDIN, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Science). Every applicant must have been awarded the bachelor's degree, or have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.