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Neuroscience MSc

University of Sussex

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Sussex

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

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 with one of our research groups. On graduation, you’ll have valuable transferrable skills for a career in the science sector and beyond.

Application deadline

01/09/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 27,300per 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 Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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At Sussex, fresh thinking and international perspectives fuel teaching that matters, helping you thrive in careers anywhere in the world.
A diverse, supportive and inclusive community: at Sussex, you can explore, question and develop as an individual and meet people who will inspire you.
Sussex’s world-leading research underpins your education, meaning that what you learn is at the cutting edge of current knowledge.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    40th out of 87 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    124 55%

    37th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    47th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    64th

    19

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