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Cognitive Neuroscience at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS

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Course summary

Overview Cognitive neuroscience is psychology’s fastest moving and most fundamental area, combining psychology with neuroscience. Our Cognitive Neuroscience Master’s programme provides research methodology training and in-depth study at the cutting-edge of the field. You’ll gain understanding of the neural basis for cognition and sensorimotor skills and become familiar with modern psychological research methods, including fMRI, EEG, and TMS. You’ll have access to world-leading facilities for brain imaging research at UEA’s dedicated brain imaging centre (UWWBIC). The course builds to a substantial piece of Master’s research, which you’ll undertake under the supervision of active researchers. You’ll also benefit from a tailored research placement, through which you can acquire and hone specific skills you need to further your research goals. The course is ideal if you're a high-calibre graduate of psychology or a related discipline such as medicine, neuroscience, or biological sciences. It is great preparation for a PhD in cognitive neuroscience, or a career with a significant research element. a career as a researcher or work in psychology consultancy, data analysis, scientific communication, and government sectors. Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Modules

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Assessment method

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Entry requirements

DEGREE CLASSIFICATION: Honours degree, at classification 2.2 or equivalent DEGREE SUBJECT: Psychology or a relevant discipline (e.g. Medicine, Neuroscience)


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7Minimum 6.5 in all components

English Foreign Language: Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading).  Test dates should be within 2 years of the course start date. We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

English Language Equivalencies

https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Channel Islands £12200 Whole course
England £12200 Whole course
Northern Ireland £12200 Whole course
Scotland £12200 Whole course
Wales £12200 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.

Sponsorship information

The university offers a range of scholarships and bursaries which are based on academic merit.

Cognitive Neuroscience at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS