Course summary
Gain the knowledge and skills required for studying the biology of the mind. This course prepares you for a career in research by offering:
- lectures taught by leading cognitive neuroscientists in one of the largest psychology units in the UK
- one-to-one expert supervision on your personal research project
- hands-on experience with neuroimaging (fMRI)
- introductions to a vast array of cognitive neuroscience techniques.
Modules
We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2023/24. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to COVID-19, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity. Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.
- An Adventure in Statistics
- Research reform and open science
- Social Neuroscience
- Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience
- Advanced Research Methods in Cognitive Neuroscience
- Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Research Dissertation
Entry requirements
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your undergraduate degree should be in psychology or a closely related subject such as neuroscience. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. You can also apply if you have a qualification from outside the field of psychology. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of Sussex
Sussex House
Brighton
BN1 9RH