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MRes Research Methods in Human Cognitive Neuroscience

University of Leicester

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    University of Leicester

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Course description

This postgraduate degree will provide you with advanced training in research methods in human cognitive neuroscience, equipping you with the research and professional skills required for a research career.

The School of Psychology and Vision Sciences has particular research strengths in:

  • Cognitive and behavioural sciences
  • Perception and sensory processing
  • Health and psychological wellbeing, including ageing

You will be encouraged to undertake a research project in one of these areas.

Teaching and learning

All teaching is seminar based, or in one-to-one tutorial and research supervision sessions, with continuous assessment in the form of a research protocol, oral and poster presentations, and in the development of portfolios of assessed activities. You will write a thesis on original empirical research, which will involve an oral exam (viva).

Careers and employability

This postgraduate degree will provide you with advanced training in research methods in psychology, equipping you with the research and professional skills required for a research career.

Our Career Development Service is here to support you, with advice on interviews, CVs, work experience, volunteering and more. From Freshers’ Week to Graduation and beyond, they are here to help you reach your professional goals.

Application deadline

09 September 2024

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 23,650per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 7RH, England

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A popular choice for international students, with an alumni community from over 100 countries, sharing their cultures with each other.
Leicester is in the centre of England with great transport links, making it easy to explore the whole country while studying at the university.
Want to explore further afield? Leicester has great European links – with one change of train, Leicester students can be in Paris by lunchtime.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    34th out of 94

    45th out of 118 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    129 57%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    28th

    16

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.97 74%

    75th

    12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    127 59%

    63rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    55th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    89th

    5

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