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MSc Educational Neuroscience

  • DeadlineStudy Details: 1 year - 2 years

Masters Degree Description

Offered jointly by UCL Institute of Education (IOE) and Birkbeck, the Master's in Educational Neuroscience will introduce students to the methods and findings from the emerging field of educational neuroscience. It will develop their understanding of key issues in educational neuroscience and the application of neuroscience to education and provide the opportunity for them to undertake research in educational neuroscience. We offer different module combinations to give you the choice of studying for an MA or MSc.

Entry Requirements

A good degree (a second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or above) in psychology, social science, cognitive science, speech/communication science, neuroscience or related disciplines. Applicants with a good undergraduate or postgraduate degree in education but no previous background in psychology or science will be required to complete the Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology (which covers psychology, neuroscience, and research methods) before applying for the MSc/MA Educational Neuroscience. Ideally students should have a background in both cognitive neuroscience and education. Relevant practical and professional experience may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

Graduates can pursue career paths in psychology, education and policy development. Possible professions include:

Module Details

Compulsory modules

  • Issues in Educational Neuroscience
  • Social and Individual Development
  • Social, Emotional and Behavioural Development
  • Individual Differences and Social Psychology in Education
  • Cognitive Development and Learning
  • Psychological Aspects of Counselling
  • Autism: Research and Practice
  • Reading and Spelling Difficulties
  • Maths and Science Learning
  • Psychological and Sociological Perspectives on Inclusion and Special Educational Need

Optional modules

  • Social and Individual Development
  • Social, Emotional and Behavioural Development
  • Individual Differences and Social Psychology in Education
  • Cognitive Development and Learning
  • Psychological Aspects of Counselling
  • Autism: Research and Practice
  • Reading and Spelling Difficulties
  • Maths and Science Learning
  • Psychological and Sociological Perspectives on Inclusion and Special Educational Need
  • reasonable adjustments
  • Student Support and Wellbeing Services
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