Educational Neuroscience Birkbeck, University of London

Overview

The Educational Neuroscience programme at Birkbeck, University of London is a pioneering course that integrates the latest findings in neuroscience with educational practices. This unique programme is a collaborative effort with the UCL Institute of Education and is closely associated with the Centre for Educational Neuroscience, a leading research centre in the field. By enrolling in this course, students will benefit from the expertise of world-renowned researchers in areas such as developmental cognitive neuroscience, genetics, neuroimaging, and educational psychology.

Why Educational Neuroscience at Birkbeck?

Birkbeck's School of Psychological Sciences has been recognised for its excellence in teaching, ranking 5th in the UK according to the 2023 National Student Survey. The institution is consistently acknowledged among the top universities for psychological sciences, having been placed in the top ten in the UK in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework. Students will have the opportunity to learn in a vibrant academic environment, utilising state-of-the-art facilities and resources that foster innovative research and practical applications.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the Educational Neuroscience programme are as follows:

• International students: £21,690 per year
• National students: £12,840 per year

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Syllabus

The Educational Neuroscience programme comprises a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills. The course structure includes:

• Core Module: Issues in Educational Neuroscience
• Compulsory Modules:
  • Advanced Quantitative Methods
  • Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Genetics of Development
  • Neuroimaging Methods
• Research Dissertation: A 10,000-word dissertation is required for both MA and MSc tracks.
• Option Modules include:
  • Autism: Research and Practice
  • Cognitive Development and Learning
  • Individual Differences and Social Psychology in Education
  • Language Development
  • Maths and Science Learning
  • Psychological and Sociological Perspectives on Inclusion and Special Educational Needs
  • Psychological Aspects of Counselling
  • Qualitative Data Analysis
  • Reading and Spelling Difficulties
  • Social and Individual Development
  • Social, Emotional and Behavioural Development

Careers with Educational Neuroscience

Graduates of the Educational Neuroscience programme will acquire a diverse set of transferable skills, preparing them for various career paths in psychology, education, and policy development. Potential job roles include:

• Child or youth psychologist
• Teacher
• Special educational needs teacher
• Learning mentor
• Youth worker

Alumni have successfully secured positions in educational leadership, consultancy, policy-making, science communication, and research roles within prestigious institutions and organisations.