About the course

The aim of this programme is to help you gain interdisciplinary knowledge “from molecules to mind” and develop research skills in cognitive brain imaging, fundamental neuroscience and brain disorders. Over the last two decades there has been an explosion of interest in brain science across academia, industry and the media. The integration of cognitive brain imaging with neuroscience plays a central part in discovering how the brain functions in health and disease in the 21st century, as illustrated by the Human Brain Project in Europe and The Brain Initiative in the USA.

　　Study in a School striving to understand the brain at multiple levels of function, from cells to cognition using approaches ranging from molecular, cellular and systems level investigations to brain imaging. Experience lectures by staff who are international research leaders and publish cutting edge research at the forefront of brain sciences. Attend seminars on a wide range of topics given by eminent external speakers visiting the School from around the world as part of our Current Research Topics course. Carry out a research project working in labs equipped with technology and expertise at the forefront of brain science research, including: 3 Tesla fMRI system to image human brain function magnetoencephalography and electroencephalography to study neural activity transcranial magnetic stimulation for non-invasive brain stimulation 7 Tesla experimental MRI scanner for studying models of disease confocal microscopy for high resolution cellular imaging models of disease for pharmcolgical, gene and stem cell therapies Receive training in research design, data handling, data analysis, and reporting of results.

　　The University of Glasgow MSc in Brain Sciences provides you with many career opportunities. Research: Students from this programme often continue into PhD study across the UK in areas such as psychology and neuroscience or by working in research laboratories in academic settings. Industry: Others obtain teaching or research roles in universities and health institutes while some work in the public and private sectors. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£27,930

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Glasgow
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Glasgow

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Glasgow

You should have at least a Second-class Honours Degree or equivalent in Neuroscience, Psychology, Physiology or a relevant subject. Alternative qualifications will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application.

　　A copy (or copies) of your official degree certificate(s) (if you have already completed your degree)

　　A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained

　　Official English translations of the certificate(s) and transcript(s)

　　One reference letter on headed paper

　　Evidence of your English Language ability (if your first language is not English)

　　Any additional documents required for this programme (see Entry requirements for this programme)

　　A copy of the photo page of your passport (Non-EU students only)

　　International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

　　overall score 6.5

　　no sub-test less than 6.0

　　or equivalent scores in another recognised qualification:

　　ibTOEFL: 90, no sub-test less than:

　　Reading: 20

　　Listening: 19

　　Speaking: 19

　　Writing: 23

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Glasgow. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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