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Neuroscience MSc

UCL (University College London)

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our brain and its workings define who we are. Neuroscience is discovering how the nervous system functions in health and disease from the molecular to the behavioural level. It is a vibrant area of science with regular exciting new breakthroughs, but there is still much to be discovered. UCL is one of the world’s most influential centres for neuroscience and this MSc taps into a vast repertoire of expertise. The human nervous system is often regarded as the most complex object in the known universe. To unveil its workings, an integrated, multi-level approach is necessary. On this course you will learn that deep comprehension of nervous system function requires an understanding of how ions, atoms and molecules working together lead to the function of the cells of the nervous system. How these cells interact to build a brain from the single fertilised egg during development. How ensembles of cells, circuits and brain areas process incoming sensory information. How this information is modified by cognition and past experience resulting in perception and behaviour. You will also examine disease and damage of the nervous system and how it can be repaired. The course is designed to equip you with the skills and experience for a successful transition into a research career, although the skills acquired will also prove highly transferable to other career paths. This course is ideal for any graduates wishing to start a research career in neuroscience, with a broad base of medical, biological and cognitive perspectives that will foster a multidisciplinary approach.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 42,700per year

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University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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UCL has over 20,000 students from outside the UK. Many tutors are world-leading academics in their field.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    10th out of 87 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    164 73%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    21st

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    72nd

    2

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