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Neuroscience - MSci

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    Master of Science - MSci

  • Location

    Clifton Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The MSci Neuroscience is a four-year degree with an extended project in the final year. The course provides an opportunity to gain in-depth understanding of how to plan and perform experimental research in a specialised subject area. The final year provides valuable experience in research and you will develop the skills required to embark on a career as a researcher.The first three years follow the BSc Neuroscience course. In the first and second years you will explore many aspects of neuroscience, including the neurophysiology of the central nervous system the pharmacology of drugs that affect the nervous system and the techniques that have enabled advances in understanding the nervous system.Alongside neuroscience, you will also learn about how other specialised body systems work and will have the opportunity to study complementary subject areas, including psychology and anatomical science, broadening your knowledge of biomedical sciences.By the third year you will be learning at the forefront of current research, taking units such as Synaptic Plasticity Brain and Behaviour and Neuropsychiatric Diseases. You will also spend a total of 30 days on a research project.The majority of your fourth year will focus on an extended research project in a laboratory environment. You will also develop valuable skills in communicating science to the public and will develop a portfolio of public engagement activities. This final year will instil a range of skills essential for understanding how to plan and conduct research projects these skills are widely applicable to future employment and will benefit those considering future PhD training.

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£ 33,400per year

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University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Beacon House, Queens Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, United Kingdom

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
Over a quarter of Bristol students are international, with students from more than 150 countries helping to create a friendly and diverse community.
The Careers Service offers advice, events and resources for international students during their studies and for up to three years after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    10th out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    171 78%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    22nd

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    29th

    8

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