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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Aston University
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
The MSc Neuroscience for Drug Discovery programme provides students with a comprehensive grasp of neuroscience principles and their direct application in the fields of pharmacology and drug discovery. This innovative program integrates fundamental neuroscience with translational medical research, encouraging students to bridge the gap between fundamental research and the development of novel therapeutic interventions.
Course outline and modules
What is Neuroscience for Drug Discovery?
Neuroscience for Drug Discovery is a specialised field within the field of neuroscience and pharmacology that focuses on using insights from neuroscience research to discover and develop novel pharmaceutical interventions for the treatment of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders such as epilepsy, Parkinson’s and auto-immune diseases.
It represents an interdisciplinary approach that combines the knowledge of how the nervous system functions with treatment targets and drug development strategies. Once potential drug targets are identified, researchers work on identifying compounds or drugs that can modulate these key elements and restore normal function or alleviate symptoms. This includes repurposing of existing approved drugs for use in new disease areas or new patient populations.
As a postgraduate student and active researcher in this field, you will join an exciting body of scientists aiming to enhance our understanding of neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders.
Learning, teaching, assessment
Your learning experiece will be through small-group lectures, hands-on practical sessions, and immersive workshops. Lecture material is recorded and made available on-line through our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Modules
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University information
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University League Table
39th
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Campus address
Aston University, Aston Triangle, Birmingham, Birmingham, B4 7ET, England
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42nd out of 94 9
25th out of 45 6
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/ Max 228123 54%61st
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/ Max 10077.0 77%42nd
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/ Max 43.10 78%42nd
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/ Max 10084.0 84%34th
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/ Max 43.01 75%30th
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