About the course

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　　Neuroscientists investigate the mind and brain – from molecules to behaviour. Neuroscience research has a great many applications, from medicine to artificial intelligence.

　　With over 50 research groups on campus, Sussex Neuroscience is one of the largest and most interconnected neuroscience communities in the UK. On this course, you’ll be based in the School of Life Sciences and become a valuable part of our community. Our expertise spans a wide range of approaches to modern neuroscience including:

　　sensory processing

　　neural circuits

　　synapses and ion channels

　　neurodegeneration.

　　On the MSc, you’ll be taught and supervised by our research-intensive faculty:

　　our core modules encourage you to explore cellular and systems neuroscience

　　a range of options allows you to choose topics that interest you the most

　　the research project is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for you to work ly with one of our research groups.

　　On graduation, you’ll have valuable transferrable skills for a career in the science sector and beyond. 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: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Brighton
Autumn (September), 2025	Brighton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Sussex

You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.

　　Your qualification should be in a relevant science subject such as neuroscience, biochemistry, biology, bioengineering or psychology. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

　　IELTS (Academic) - Standard level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component). TOEFL (iBT) - 88 overall, including at least 20 in Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 August 2024

Further information

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

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　　201st / 1250

　　THE World ranking50th / 130

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